Geraldine Ogechukwu Okekeiga

• As an Acute Geriatric Nurse, I manage the complex needs of elderly patients, ensuring high-quality care and seamless transitions between hospital and home care
• Key responsibilities include: Patient Admission & Discharge, IV Therapy & Medication Administration, Patient Monitoring, End-of-Life Care, Chronic Condition Management, Wound Care & Oxygen Therapy, Mentorship & Leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Successfully supervised numerous students during their clinical placements, ensuring they gained the necessary skills to excel in real-world healthcare environments.
• Developed innovative teaching materials that improved student understanding of complex anatomical and physiological concepts.
• Led the planning and execution of OSCEs, which were praised for their realistic simulation of clinical scenarios and comprehensive student evaluations.

• Conducted triage assessments and prioritised patients based on the severity of their condition
• Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, starting IV lines, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with procedures
• Educated patients and families about their condition, treatment options, and self-care strategies
• Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate care
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records of patient care
• Responded quickly and effectively to emergencies, including managing cardiac arrests, responding to trauma cases, and providing emotional support to patients and families in crisis

• Prioritised displaced persons and wounded Soldiers based on the severity of their condition.
• Administered medications, monitoring vital signs, and prompt referral of severe cases.
• Educated displaced persons and soldiers wounded and their families about their condition, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
• Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure timely and appropriate care.
• Ensured implementation of hygiene practices and equitable distribution of relief materials to those affected by conflict.
• Performed Last office of dead soldiers and offered bereavement support to families