CHIOMA STELLA MADUFURO

24hrs/week patient ratio :- 4-6

Job Responsibilities:

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

• Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
• Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
• Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
• Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
• Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.

• Admission and discharge procedure, Co-ordinate with the health care team for patient’s care, Drug administration (Oral and parenteral), Urethral catheterization, Monitoring of vital signs, Administration of oxygen, Wound dressing and wound care, Blood transfusion, Nebulization procedure, Care of Endotracheal tube, IV fluid administration and regulation, Monitoring of fluid intake and output, Naso-gastric tube feeding, Pre and post operative care of surgical patients, Health education on awareness & prevention of burns and its management.
• Evaluated departmental performance through regular audits, identifying areas for improvement and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Responded to emergent situations such as code blue, code green and code STEMI, advising health teams on appropriate steps and collaborating with physicians to control patient acuity.

• Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
• Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and updating protocols.
• Provided high-quality patient education on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering patients in their own healthcare decisions.
• Managed medication administration accurately and safely, reducing the risk of adverse drug events among patients.
• Mentored new nursing staff members through orientation and training programs, fostering a supportive work environment.
• Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring patients maintained dignity and comfort during their final moments.

• Health education of pregnant women, Antenatal & postnatal care, Safe vaginal delivery (SVD), Neonatal care, Surgical & medical care
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

• Ante-natal and post-natal care, Developed community-based intervention programs concerning dieting and exercise, teen pregnancy, infectious diseases and substance abuse, Planned and organized community outreaches, Health education of the aged towards prevention of diabetes, hypertension, Admission and discharge procedure, Drug administration, Urethral catheterization, Monitoring of vital signs, Wound dressing and wound care, Blood transfusion, IV fluid administration and regulation, Pre and post operative care of surgical patients
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.