Salimatu Koroma
Vancouver,BC
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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medecins Sans Frontieres
2023.08 - 2024.08
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Registered Nurse
MAKENI REGIONAL HOSPITAL
2021.01 - 2023.08
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Student Nurse
KISSY MENTAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
2018.04 - 2018.07
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Supported efficient operations during clinical rotations by completing assigned tasks promptly while adhering to established guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BC06.2028
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
Njala University
BO, SIERRA LEONE06.2020
High School Diploma -
ANNIEWAISH MEMORIAL SECONDARY SCHOOL
FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE06.2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Management
- Licensed RN
- Family Education
- Critical Care
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Medecins Sans Frontieres
2023.08 - 2024.08
Registered Nurse
MAKENI REGIONAL HOSPITAL
2021.01 - 2023.08
Student Nurse
KISSY MENTAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
2018.04 - 2018.07
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
Njala University
High School Diploma -
ANNIEWAISH MEMORIAL SECONDARY SCHOOL
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