OLUWASINA OMOKINWA
Bury,WSX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cygnet Health Care
Manchester, United Kingdom
05.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by coordinating with physicians, therapists, and case managers to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Promoted patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated patient recovery by developing personalized care plans that incorporated both physical and emotional support strategies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best nursing practices, participating in continuing education courses and attending relevant conferences.
- Managed time effectively to prioritize patient needs while adhering to strict schedules for medication administration, treatments, and documentation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive treatment plans that addressed medical, social, and psychological factors.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify subtle changes in patients'' conditions, allowing for early intervention and prompt management of potential complications.
- Improved patient adherence to care plans by providing clear instructions, addressing misconceptions, and offering ongoing support during follow-up visits or phone calls.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of all patient encounters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless information-sharing among healthcare providers.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northern Care Alliance NHS Hospital
Manchester, United Kingdom
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex
Nigeria
12.2017 - 06.2022
- Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Minimized complications during surgery by assisting surgeons in maintaining a sterile field and passing instruments efficiently.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
- Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
- Enabled smooth postoperative recovery for patients by administering medications, providing wound care, and monitoring vital signs.
- Performed interventions to assist patient in returning to normothermia at conclusion of immediate postoperative period.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- care for the instrument and equipment used in the operating room.
Staff Nurse
Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex
Nigeria
10.2011 - 11.2017
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
School of Perioperative Nursing, OAUTHC,
Nigeria11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
National Open University Of Nigeria
Nigeria01.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wesley Guild Hospital School Of Nursing
Nigeria11.2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Physical assessments
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy Care
- Lab result interpretation
- Oxygen saturation standards
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cygnet Health Care
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northern Care Alliance NHS Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex
12.2017 - 06.2022
Staff Nurse
Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex
10.2011 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
School of Perioperative Nursing, OAUTHC,
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
National Open University Of Nigeria
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wesley Guild Hospital School Of Nursing