NOEL ACIRO
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Internationally educated nurse with broad experience in patient care, clinical research, dermatology, and community health outreach. Brings strong clinical communication, culturally responsive education, and a steady focus on safe, patient-centred care across hospital and community settings while finalizing registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
BNSc POST-GRADUATE PRE-INTERNSHIP/VOLUNTEERING.
HOIMA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
, UGANDA
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Assessed patients, facilitated admissions, monitored vital signs, and implemented individualized nursing care plans to enhance recovery.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, performed nursing procedures, and collected clinical specimens for diagnostic investigations.
- Provided post-traumatic and postoperative care, managing airways, monitoring patients, supporting rehabilitation, and ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Provided patient and caregiver education on disease prevention, treatment adherence, nutrition, and ongoing care management.
- Ensured strict infection prevention and control measures while managing availability of medical supplies, consumables, and essential nursing equipment.
BNSc RN (PAID) MANDATORY INTERNSHIP YEAR.
JINJA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
, UGANDA
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Recognized and responded promptly to medical emergencies, including shock, diabetic coma, and status epilepticus, ensuring timely interventions and referrals.
- Delivered comprehensive, patient-centred nursing care, including patient assessment, triage, routine screening, vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, and individualized care management.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation, medication records, and consent forms, advocating for patient safety and dignity through effective management of confidential medical files.
- Assisted nursing administration and hospital operations as Assistant to Commissioner of Nursing, contributing to project implementation and internal audits while enhancing departmental meetings and healthcare service quality.
- Facilitated continuing medical education (CME), health education, and staff training, supporting community outreach initiatives and medication inventory management to promote health.
NURSING RESEARCH ASSISTANT/MODERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
IGANGA HOSPITAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRES WITHIN BUSOGA REGION
, UGANDA
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Conducted nursing research activities, including data collection and entry, questionnaire administration, focus group moderation, transcription, and progress reporting to support research objectives.
- Obtained informed consent, screened and enrolled eligible study participants, and ensured ethical research practices and clear communication of study procedures.
- Monitored study participants, conducted patient follow-up and home visits, and facilitated timely referrals for patients experiencing severe hypoxemia and medical emergencies, ensuring continuity of care.
- Coordinated daily research activities, supervised nurse participants, collaborated with study coordinators and principal investigator, and submitted reports and study documentation to maintain project compliance.
- Trained and supported healthcare workers in the effective use of pulse oximeters and medical oxygen delivery systems to improve hypoxemia detection and management.
DERMATOLOGY NURSE(RN) RESPONSIBILITIES
KAMPALA DERMATOLOGY SKIN CLINIC
, UGANDA
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Conducted dermatological assessments and supported the diagnosis and management of skin conditions across all age groups.
- Administered prescribed treatments and dispensed medications while educating patients on skincare and treatment plans to enhance adherence and outcomes.
- Performed aesthetic procedures and administered cosmetic treatments, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.
- Collected skin biopsy samples and other diagnostic specimens, reviewed investigation results, and communicated findings to clients.
- Managed inventory and procurement of dermatological medications and clinical supplies, ensuring availability of essential products for patient care.
ACB COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
AIDS COMMITTEE OF DURHAM REGION
Oshawa, Canada
06.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented program work plans, educational campaigns, workshops, and outreach initiatives to address community health strategies and needs.
- Led and coordinated culturally responsive HIV/AIDS prevention, sexual health education, and health promotion programs for Black, African, and Caribbean communities.
- Coordinated community outreach across urban, suburban, and rural areas, engaging diverse populations through health fairs, festivals, newcomer initiatives, and migrant worker health promotion.
- Built and maintained partnerships with community organizations, faith-based groups, newcomer networks, and stakeholders to promote health equity and improve access to services.
- Led community relations and advocacy efforts by creating educational materials, managing social media, engaging volunteers, and organizing activities for Black History Month to enhance health equity.
Education
Transition to Practice Course - Internationally Educated Nurses
Georgian College
Barrie, ON, Canada10-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarke International University
Uganda12-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Enrolled Comprehensive (Practical) Nursing
International Institute of Health Sciences
Jinja, Uganda11-2012
Skills
- Dermatology and pediatric nursing
- Surgical and psychiatric nursing
- Emergency room care
- Patient assessment
- Specimen collection
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient-centered care
- Patient education
- Clinical research expertise
- Research capabilities
- Care coordination
- PPE compliance knowledge
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Time management
- Organizational effectiveness
- Critical thinking
- Leadership management
- Team leadership experience
- Healthcare cultural competence
- Cultural awareness
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- Leadership management
- Team leadership experience
- Healthcare cultural competence
- Cultural awareness
Personal Information
- Title: CNO Registered Nurse Applicant – General Class.
- Date of Birth: 1992-12-25
- Gender: Female
- Pronouns: She/Her
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Marital Status: Single
Certification
- Intermediate First Aid and CPR C/AED (Blended), Certificate #107367192 | July 2026 – July 2029
- Clinical Nursing Leadership 1: Communicating Effectively. Bruyère Health, Ontario, Canada | October 2025
- Clinical Nursing Leadership 3: Being a Leader, Bruyère Health, Ontario, Canada | October 2025
- Assessment of the Unresponsive Patient, University of Windsor, CAN-Sim | October 2025
- End-of-Life Care Discussion, Nova Scotia Health, CAN-Sim | October 2025
- Preoperative Teaching: Preparing Clients for Surgery, Algonquin College, CAN-Sim | October 2025
- Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Nursing Education Toolbox | October 2025
- Assessment and Prioritized Care of a Patient Diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) CAN-Sim | October 2025
- Responding to a Medication Error, University of Manitoba, UCN CAN-Sim | September 2025
- Clinical Nursing Leadership 2: Handling Conflict with Care, Bruyère Health, Ontario, Canada | September 2025
- Mandatory Reporting and Whistleblowing in Long-Term Care, Bruyère Health, Ontario, Canada | September 2025
- Acceptance and Commitment to Empowerment (ACE) Training | May 2025
- Basic Life Support, European Resuscitation Council | September 2021
- Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council: RN(BNSc), Issued - November 21, 2023, to November 21, 2026
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
English: fluent., Luganda: very good.
Affiliations
- Cooking, listening to music, watching tv shows, dancing and swimming.
Timeline
ACB COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
AIDS COMMITTEE OF DURHAM REGION
06.2024 - Current
DERMATOLOGY NURSE(RN) RESPONSIBILITIES
KAMPALA DERMATOLOGY SKIN CLINIC
11.2021 - 11.2023
NURSING RESEARCH ASSISTANT/MODERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
IGANGA HOSPITAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRES WITHIN BUSOGA REGION
02.2021 - 10.2021
BNSc RN (PAID) MANDATORY INTERNSHIP YEAR.
JINJA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
10.2019 - 10.2020
BNSc POST-GRADUATE PRE-INTERNSHIP/VOLUNTEERING.
HOIMA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
01.2018 - 08.2019
Transition to Practice Course - Internationally Educated Nurses
Georgian College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarke International University
Some College (No Degree) - Enrolled Comprehensive (Practical) Nursing
International Institute of Health Sciences