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Love Okechi
Registered Nurse
St. John's,NL
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. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ikedife Hospital
06.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Dialysis Nurse
Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
- Utilized automated healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
- Oversaw administration of peritoneal dialysis and medications.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Trainee Junior Staff Nurse
Pluzcare Clinic
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Employed knowledge in growth and development principles to provide care appropriate to age of patients.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Nursing Student Volunteer
Serrekunda Hospital
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Documented patient information and performed data entry procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
- Floated within assigned areas to provide at-request support to healthcare teams, anticipating needs where possible.
- Educated patients on diagnoses and available treatment options, providing and interpreting informational materials.
- Supported patient care by performing initial assessments and basic procedures under supervision registered nurses.
- Prepared patients for examinations and treatments and assisted with meeting day-to-day hygiene needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
Nursing Student Volunteer
Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Documented patient information and performed data entry procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
- Floated within assigned areas to provide at-request support to healthcare teams, anticipating needs where possible.
- Educated patients on diagnoses and available treatment options, providing and interpreting informational materials.
- Supported patient care by performing initial assessments and basic procedures under supervision registered nurses.
- Prepared patients for examinations and treatments and assisted with meeting day-to-day hygiene needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Administered CPR to patients to promptly respond to emergency cases and required medical attention.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper home care techniques to promote healing and recovery.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
Education
Advanced Diploma in Nursing - Nursing Science
School of Nursing And Midwifery
The Gambia 09.2015 - 10.2017
Skills
Preventive health
Diabetes and nutrition education
Critical care
Personal care needs
Proper catheter insertion/removal
IV setup
Direct Patient Care
Home care
Medication distribution
Hospice philosophy understanding
Medical recordkeeping
Feeding pumps understanding
Collecting vitals
Hospice and palliative care
Professional bedside manner
Medication Administration
Sanitation
Insulin medication assistance
Feeding assistance
English fluency
Affiliations
- Member of College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador
- University of Gambia Medical Student Association
Software
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Accomplishments
- Intensive Care - Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
Interests
Traveling
Volunteering
Cooking
Reading
Timeline
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
12-2023
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support
12-2023
First Aid Certificate
12-2023
CPR Certificate
12-2023
Registered Nurse
Ikedife Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Dialysis Nurse
Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2018
Trainee Junior Staff Nurse
Pluzcare Clinic
06.2018 - 12.2018
Nursing Student Volunteer
Serrekunda Hospital
09.2015 - 04.2018
Advanced Diploma in Nursing - Nursing Science
School of Nursing And Midwifery
09.2015 - 10.2017
Nursing Student Volunteer
Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital
03.2015 - 03.2017