Nadia Abdul Karim
Exeter,United Kingdom
Summary
Efficient nursing professional with expertise in assessment, planning, implementation, and revision of patient care. Committed to adhering to legal hospital policies while enhancing patient well-being through practical and theoretical knowledge. Focused on achieving optimal results and contributing to organizational success and value.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
SENIOR BAND 5 RN
ROYAL DEVON UNIVERSITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
EXETER, DEVON
2022.03 - Current
- Developed tailored interventions that address unique patient situations and expectations to improve overall care quality.
- Deliver comprehensive patient care to support effective recovery.
- Implemented rigorous infection control measures during ward duties to minimise cross-contamination risks and ensure a safe environment.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Championed mental health awareness amongst colleagues; broke down stigma attached to psychiatric illnesses in clinical setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Participated actively in continuous professional development activities; stayed abreast of latest advancements in healthcare industry.
- Updated files using EPIC electronic health record management systems.
- Provided palliative care ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via IVs, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
- Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Maintained outstanding patient care levels through attentive, compassionate monitoring of physical and mental wellbeing.
- Managed BiPAP, CPAP, IV PICC, central lines, media ports and peripheral lines accurately to avoid issues and enhance patient care.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Cared for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease coronary artery disease (CAD) and gastrointestinal(GI) bleeds.
Registered Nurse/ Nursing officer
Mampong Municipal (Government) Hospital
Mampong, Ghana
2015.08 - 2022.03
- Deliver hands-on care to patients, addressing physical and psychological requirements while managing health conditions and preventing illnesses.
- Educate patients and relatives on managing medical conditions, ensuring understanding of post-treatment care and healthy habits.
- Prepare care plans for patients through setting measurable and attainable goals based on assessment and diagnosis. Identify patients' problems and risk factors to provide support in alleviating suffering. Assist in preventing complications or relapse of conditions.
- Facilitate decision-making processes for patients and relatives, ensuring informed choices regarding care and treatment options.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via IVs, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Trained new staff to meet patient service goals and champion standards of care.
- Optimise hospital resources to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in managing department allocations across various wards. Supported placement in male and female medical-surgical wards. Facilitated operations in chronic care clinic and accident and emergency unit. Contributed to high dependency unit processes.
- Optimised bed capacity management to maximise space utilisation and enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Applied wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
- Conducted risk assessments to ensure public safety.
Rotation Nurse/ Staff Nurse
Sunyani Regional Hospital
Sunyani, Ghana
2014.01 - 2015.01
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- Assisted doctors during procedures, ensuring successful operations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ghana
Legon, Accra, Ghana 1 2016 - 2 2019
Diploma - Registered General Nursing
Nursing and Midwifery Training College
Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana 10 2010 - 8 2013
West African Secondary School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) - GENERAL SCIENCE
T.I Ahmadiyya Senior High School
Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana 9 2006 - 4 2009
Skills
- Patient care planning
- Clinical leadership
- Intravenous therapy
- Staff coaching
- Emergency room competence
- Wound dressing
- Professional conduct
- Time management
- Palliative care
- Phlebotomy certification
- Cardiac life support
- Patient listening
- Respiratory care
- Patient prioritization
- Advanced CPR
- Medication administration
- Catheterization
- Diabetes management
- Patient education
- Enteral nutrition
- Patient monitoring
- Care plan development
- CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow oxygen management
- Electronic documentation (Epic)
Languages
English
Beginner
A1
REFERENCES
- KRYSTAL TORREPALMA. BAND 6 RN @ Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS krystal.espina@nhs.net 01392 402622
- Melissa Joy Untal BAND 6 RN @ Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS melissajoy.untal@nhs.net 01392 402622
Research Project Work/Activities
Research Project Work, presented to University Of Ghana, Legon as partial fulfillment for the award of degree in Bsc. General Nursing on the topic: Factors that contribute to neonatal deaths in Brong Ahafo Regional Hospital, Sunyani March 2019, Patient/Family Care Study on Cholelithiasis presented to the Nurses and Midwives’ Council of Ghana as part of academic requirement August 2013
Leadership Skills, Awards and nominations
Best graduating female nursing student, University of Ghana, Legon 2019, Nominee Best Nurse Ashanti Region 2017, Best Nurse Mampong Municipal, Ghana 2017, Nominee, Best Nurse in Mampong Municipal 2016, Valedictorian, Nursing and Midwifery training college, Kumasi - Ghana 2013
Professional training and activities
- Respiratory High Dependency Study Day at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS, UK on 5th March,2026
- Bronchoscopy Study day at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS, UK on October, 2025
- Chest drain Study day at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS, UK on 17th January, 2024
- Immediate Life Support Course at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS, UK on 01/12/2023
- Basic Life Support BLS, MSSI Ghana, Accra October , 2021
- Standards, Ethics and Legal implications for Nursing and Midwifery Practice, GRNMA Hostel, Okpongolo, Accra February, 2020
- Basic Life Support BLS, MSSI Ghana, Accra October , 2019
- Current Trends of Malaria Management in Paediatrics, Kumasi December, 2019
- Patient Safety, Focus Orthopaedic Hospital, Accra May, 2018
- Pharmacovigilance, Food and Drug Authority FDA, Miklin Hotel, Kumasi October 2016
- Wound management and Pain Management, KATH, Kumasi March, 2015
- Trends in the Management of Tuberculosis in Sub-Saharan Africa, GRNA Hostel, Okpongolo, Accra October, 2014
Timeline
SENIOR BAND 5 RN
ROYAL DEVON UNIVERSITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
2022.03 - Current
Registered Nurse/ Nursing officer
Mampong Municipal (Government) Hospital
2015.08 - 2022.03
Rotation Nurse/ Staff Nurse
Sunyani Regional Hospital
2014.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ghana
1 2016 - 2 2019
Diploma - Registered General Nursing
Nursing and Midwifery Training College
10 2010 - 8 2013
West African Secondary School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) - GENERAL SCIENCE
T.I Ahmadiyya Senior High School
9 2006 - 4 2009