PASCHALYNE CHIGEKWU EZE
Summary
I am dedicated healthcare professional with expertise in patient care, effective communication, and teamwork. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring patient dignity. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare while adhering to NHS policies and fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Healthcare Assistant
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
2026.01 - Current
- Conducted physical observations and monitored patient health, promoting well-being through engagement in activities.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care while maintaining dignity and respect.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication.Conducted physical observations to monitor patient health.
Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker -Mental Health
Primary Care Recruitment
Newcastle upon Tyne
2025.01 - 2026.01
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the hospital and home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for care users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
- Delivered high-quality, dedicated care to clients with disability, consistently achieving individual care plan objectives.
Nurse
MPharma Health Nigeria Limited
, Nigeria
2024.02 - 2024.08
- Assessed and identified patients’ needs, then implemented and monitored response to treatment and medical plans, and further provided them with possible care and advice.
- Took patient’s samples, pulses, temperatures and blood pressures. Provided prenatal and early postnatal advice, care and support for women.
- Facilitated virtual consultations.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
Staff nurse
Mercy Specialist Hospital
Enugu, Enugu
2023.07 - 2024.01
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
Student Midwife
Department of Midwifery UNTH, Enugu
Enugu
- Assisted in conduction of Labor including paperwork and forms as directed by a supervising physician/matron.
- Assisted in preparation for Antenatal, Intranatal, Postnatal care for Pregnant Women.
- Immunization, alongside quick thinking to restore the safety and wellbeing of patients.
- Assisted in counseling and providing referral regarding family planning.
- Cared for newborns including those in the NICU.
Student Midwife
Mile 4 Hospital Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
Abakaliki, Nigeria
- Conducted Labor including paperwork and forms as directed by supervising physician/matron.
- Assisted in preparation for Antenatal, Intranatal and Postnatal care for Pregnant Women.
- Assisted in immunization and circumcision.
- Assisted surgeons in cesarean sections.
- Cared for newborns.
Student Nurse
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu, Nigeria
Enugu
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team to deliver sensitization on health education to patients in a 50-bed medical center.
- Delivered care and support services to patients, nursing unit, and professional staff which increased productivity by 25%.
- Provided skin care including bedside baths and perineal care to 9+ patients daily.
- Monitored and recorded patients’ vital signs and any changes related to their overall wellness providing 100% documentation for each patient.
- Obtained fluid samples for lab tests and provided emotional support to patients.
Student Nurse
Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital Enugu, Nigeria
Enugu
- Provided support by assessing, observing and creating rapport with up to 7+ patients daily.
- Provided support by preparing and assisting patients for investigation and procedures (ECT) which reduced delayed service time by 20%.
- Obtained and recorded vital signs and weight documentation regularly for assessment of patient’s response to treatment.
- Administered prescribed oral medications accordingly as directed by a physician.
- Arranged medical equipment and carried out medical procedures while maintaining high-level patient care and service improving service delivery by 20%.
Education
PMVA/ILS
Primary Care Recruitment
Critical Thinking Skill for the 21st Century Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing
USABachelor of Science (Hons) - Nursing
University of Sunderland
EnglandRegistered Midwife - Midwifery
College of Nursing Sciences UNTH
Enugu Nigeria 2021.09 - 2023.04
Registered Nurse - Nursing
College of Nursing Sciences UNTH
Enugu, Nigeria 2015.10 - 2020.08
Registered Nurse - Nursing
College of Nursing Sciences UNTH
Enugu, Nigeria 2015.10 - 2020.08
Skills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
- Soft Skills: Effective communication, creativity and innovation, leadership and teamwork, good time management, patient care, clinical judgment, knowledge of NHS policies
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD
- Department of Midwifery UNTH - Health Prefect
- Department of Nursing, UNTH - Director of Sports
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
2026.01 - Current
Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker -Mental Health
Primary Care Recruitment
2025.01 - 2026.01
Nurse
MPharma Health Nigeria Limited
2024.02 - 2024.08
Staff nurse
Mercy Specialist Hospital
2023.07 - 2024.01
Registered Midwife - Midwifery
College of Nursing Sciences UNTH
2021.09 - 2023.04
Registered Nurse - Nursing
College of Nursing Sciences UNTH
2015.10 - 2020.08
Registered Nurse - Nursing
College of Nursing Sciences UNTH
2015.10 - 2020.08
Student Midwife
Department of Midwifery UNTH, Enugu
Student Midwife
Mile 4 Hospital Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
Student Nurse
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu, Nigeria
Student Nurse
Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital Enugu, Nigeria
PMVA/ILS
Primary Care Recruitment
Critical Thinking Skill for the 21st Century Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Nursing
University of Sunderland