AKULUE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
|Staff Nurse
Enugu State, Enugu State, Nigeria
Summary
Served as a Staff Nurse at a 200-bed hospital with 10 wards, providing comprehensive medical services across surgery, pediatrics, and emergency care.
Highlights
Conducted comprehensive patient history taking and physical examinations to inform accurate diagnoses and care plans for diverse patient populations.
Managed the assessment and admission process for patients across 10 wards, delivering holistic care for individuals with various health challenges.
Provided crucial emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, significantly improving their well-being and readiness for discharge.
Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
Administered medications via multiple routes, meticulously monitored vital signs, blood glucose, and patient input/output, and conducted mental health assessments.
Implemented proactive strategies for bed sore prevention and managed potential medication side effects, enhancing patient safety and comfort.
Mentored and supervised student nurses on clinical placements, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
Executed procedures using Aseptic Non-Touch Techniques, significantly reducing infection rates and ensuring patient safety.