Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Manager

Janefrancis Otuosorochi Onyenekwe

Abuja

Summary

Dedicated Staff Nurse with a proven track record at Baillarger specialist hospital, excelling in patient education and direct patient care. Leveraged clinical judgment and infection control measures to enhance patient safety, achieving a significant reduction in recovery times. Known for exceptional patient counseling and fostering trust, I mentor new staff, promoting continuous professional development.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse

Doctor Aguocha
10.2020 - Current
  • 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.
  • Implemented catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Education

Bachelor's In Nursing Science - Nursing Science

Imo State University
Owerri, Imo State
09.2020

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Patient safety
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Wound care
  • Patient care
  • Infection control measures
  • Care planning
  • Medication administration
  • Specimen collection
  • Vaccine administration
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient counseling
  • Intake and discharge

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
  • Name of Certification Issuing Organization Year Month
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • State Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Igbo
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Doctor Aguocha
10.2020 - Current

Bachelor's In Nursing Science - Nursing Science

Imo State University
Janefrancis Otuosorochi Onyenekwe