Sandra Chijieze
Nepean,ON
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional committed to delivering holistic, high-quality, patient-centered care. Proficient in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans, ensuring the highest standards of care across diverse medical conditions. Experienced in utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems for accurate patient documentation, progress tracking, and comprehensive medical record maintenance. Proven experience working 12-hour shifts, consistently maintaining a workload of 36-40 hours per week in fast-paced healthcare settings. Solid foundation in evidence-based practice, with a focus on continuous professional development and staying informed about current healthcare trends and advancements. Highly skilled in conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and delivering timely, effective interventions. Specialized expertise in pre and post operative care, wound management, medication/IV administration, and patient recovery. Excellent communicator, able to convey complex medical information to patients, families, and healthcare professionals clearly and empathetically. Adaptable and composed in high-pressure environments, with experience in emergency, critical care, and medical-surgical settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Tutor
University of Sharjah
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Mentored Nursing students during their clinical rotations, demonstrating effective mentoring techniques and providing valuable guidance
- Designed and facilitated engaging learning experiences using case studies and presentations
- Monitored student performance through clinical observations and assessments, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practice
- Collaborated with faculty to identify and implement strategies for improving student learning outcomes, emphasizing continuous professional development
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration among peers by assigning group projects to strengthen teamwork skills among medical students
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
Umm Al Quwain Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2023
- COVID-19 frontier, managed and cared for critically ill patients with compromised airways.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in providing direct patient care, medication administration, wound care and other Nursing managements
- Managed caseload of 15patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Provided restorative, supportive and palliative care for persons with dementia, disabilities and health problems who cannot live independently in their homes
- Delivered preoperative and post operative care to patients going for and recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate the delivery of high quality care to patients
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent and stop spread of infections
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
Psychiatric Student Nurse Intern
Al Amal Psychiatric Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatric nurses to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior pattern of the patient
- Ensured comfort and safety by closely monitoring behavioral changes in the patient, and providing prompt intervention
- Prepared individualized plan of care for each patient
- Offered finger foods to patients during snack time and monitored them during feeding
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Built rapport and gained patients trust through effective listening, communication and empathy
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
Student Nurse Intern
Thumbay Hospital
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, taking vital signs, measuring intake and output, and collecting specimens
- Identified and reported potential safety risks in patients requiring additional monitoring or intervention
- Fostered positive relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication and respectful interactions
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements, mobilization and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding, and charted intake for review.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses under supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gulf Medical University
Ajman, United Arab Emirates 07-2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Geology
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria12.2004
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy management
- Electronic health records
- Time management abilities
- Wound dressing
- Excellent communication Skills
- Healthcare ethics
Associations
- Member RNAO
- Member ENA
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 2004
- US RN License, 2024
- UAE RN License, 2021
Summary Of Skills And Qualifications
- Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), authorized to practice as a Registered Nurse in Ontario, Canada.
- Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional committed to delivering holistic, high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Proficient in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans, ensuring the highest standards of care across diverse medical conditions.
- Experienced in utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems for accurate patient documentation, progress tracking, and comprehensive medical record maintenance.
- Proven experience working 12-hour shifts, consistently maintaining a workload of 36-40 hours per week in fast-paced healthcare settings.
- Solid foundation in evidence-based practice, with a focus on continuous professional development and staying informed about current healthcare trends and advancements.
- Highly skilled in conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and delivering timely, effective interventions.
- Specialized expertise in pre- and post-operative care, wound management, medication/IV administration, and patient recovery.
- Excellent communicator, able to convey complex medical information to patients, families, and healthcare professionals clearly and empathetically.
- Adaptable and composed in high-pressure environments, with experience in emergency, critical care, and medical-surgical settings.
- Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and strong time management skills in all aspects of nursing practice.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- • Member RNAO Member ENA
Certifications
· Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association | 2024
· ADVANCED CARDIOVASCULAR LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS)-American heart association | 2004
· US RN - License | 2024
· UAE RN-License| 2021
Timeline
Clinical Tutor
University of Sharjah
01.2024 - 04.2024
Psychiatric Student Nurse Intern
Al Amal Psychiatric Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
Umm Al Quwain Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2023
Student Nurse Intern
Thumbay Hospital
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 2004
- US RN License, 2024
- UAE RN License, 2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gulf Medical University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Geology
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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