Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
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Abigail Ekpei

Registered Nurse
Whitby,ON

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care. 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.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Federal Medical Center
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Personal Support Worker

Ultima Health Care
10.2021 - 11.2022

Personal Support Worker

Saint Elizabeth Health Care(SE Health)
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
  • Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
  • Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients'' medical appointments or social engagements as needed.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Registered Nurse

Federal Medical Center
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.

Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife

ST Victorias Clinic And Maternity
05.2014 - 08.2015
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Registered Midwife

Midwives Service Scheme(MSS)
01.2010 - 02.2012
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized and compassionate care throughout the prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and collaborating with healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
  • Improved patient health outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying risk factors, and developing individualized care plans.
  • Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
  • Delivered over 87 newborns as qualified midwife.
  • Used special labor and delivery procedures, including episiotomy.

Education

Upgrade - Internationally Educated Nurses Bridging Program

Trent University
Peterborough, ON
11.2023

Registered Nurse - Nursing

State School of Nursing
Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria
02.2012

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

Zuma Memorial Hospital School Of Midwifery
Edo State, Nigeria
11.2009

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Health Screening
  • Wound Care
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Case Management
  • Care Planning
  • Patient Management
  • Chart Updating
  • Emergency Response
  • Medical Assessment
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Well Visit Procedures
  • Family Planning Services Education
  • Postpartum Care
  • Physical Assessments
  • Proper Catheter Insertion/Removal
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Triaging

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

-Standard First Aid with CPR __________2022

-Basic Life Support (HCP) ___________2022

-Mask Fitting ___________2023

Non-violent Crisis Intervention _________2023


Affiliations

  • Registered Nurses Association of Ontario

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Federal Medical Center
11.2022 - 08.2023

Personal Support Worker

Ultima Health Care
10.2021 - 11.2022

Personal Support Worker

Saint Elizabeth Health Care(SE Health)
03.2020 - 11.2021

Registered Nurse

Federal Medical Center
08.2015 - 06.2018

Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife

ST Victorias Clinic And Maternity
05.2014 - 08.2015

Registered Midwife

Midwives Service Scheme(MSS)
01.2010 - 02.2012

Upgrade - Internationally Educated Nurses Bridging Program

Trent University

Registered Nurse - Nursing

State School of Nursing

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

Zuma Memorial Hospital School Of Midwifery
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