PATRICIAH MAINA
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse with over 10 years experience in diverse fields ranging from; adult/pediatric nursing, maternal/child/labour and delivery, gerontology, emergency/trauma. Committed to delivery of high quality care, enhanced patient safety and improved patient outcome through interprofessional collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Aide
Optima Living/Sienna Senior Living
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions.
- Provided compassionate support to residents, fostering a positive and nurturing environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident care activities, adhering to regulatory standards and protocols.
- Implemented safety measures within the facility, contributing to a secure living environment for residents.
Registered Nurse
Government of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
05.2014 - 02.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients and to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Provided comprehensive care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery and postpartum care to both the mother and the baby.
- Assessing progression of labor through monitoring maternal vital signs and fetal heart rates and uterine contractions.
- Perform vaginal exams to check cervical dilation and conduct vaginal deliveries.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
KENYA, NAIROBI10-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Kenya09-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Individual case management
- Direct patient care using the nursing process
- Labour,delivery and NICU expertise
- Cervical and breast cancer screening and treatment
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Optima Living/Sienna Senior Living
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Government of Kenya
05.2014 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
beyond Zero Award
Trainer of trainees in cervical cancer screening and treatment and breast cancer screening.