Tsegay Mekonen Abeje, RN
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with experience in medical-surgical, long-term care, and psychiatric settings. Expertise in patient assessment, postoperative care, IV therapy, medication administration, and crisis intervention. Delivers effective communication and strong clinical judgment while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring culturally safe, patient-centered care in alignment with CNO standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Medical- Surgical ward
Orotta Hospital
Asmara, Eritrea
09.2014 - 08.2025
- Provided Bedside nursing care
- Conducted Head-to-toe assessments
- Administered Medications ( IV, IM, SC, PO) & Catheterisation
- Applied & Monitored N|G tube & enema
- Provided Oxygen therapy
- Maintained Wound care & drainage management
- Monitored infection prevention and control measures, ensuring adherence to protocols to minimize infection risk.
- Documented patient assessments and care plans in medical records, providing clear and accurate information for ongoing care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Tracheostomy care
- Case handled: COPD, Renal disorders, Postoperative patients, Diabetes, GI conditions, Various injuries, Hypertension, Heart problems, Anemia, Skin infections, Burns, sepsis and infection management, and stroke.
RN - Nursing Home
Asmara Nursing Home
Asmara, Eritrea
09.2008 - 08.2014
- Delivered nursing care for 80 geriatric patients in a ward with a staffing ratio of 1:8, managing 44 beds.
- Supported recovery of patients post-stroke, heart attack, and hip fracture through tailored clinical assistance.
- Developed and implemented care plans, working closely with the interprofessional care team to ensure quality of services for each patient is maintained.
- Monitored vital signs and patient symptoms.
- Distributed medication, operated and monitored medical equipment.
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care and facilitate daily living activities.
Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry
St. Mary’s Neuropsychiatry Hospital
Asmara, Eritrea
09.2000 - 08.2008
- Provided Mental status assessment, monitoring & evaluation of patient progress
- Medication administration & monitoring for side effects; ensured compliance with treatment
- Identified risk factors and mental health crises to inform intervention strategies.
- Collaborated in developing diagnosis and treatment plans to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Monitored patient environments to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and available resources to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Case Handled: Depression, substance use disorder issues, Anxiety, Acute psychosis, Schizophrenia, Manic disorder, Personality disorders, Eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, Delirium, and Dementia.
Subzonal Health Officer
Adi Tekelezan Health Centre
Adi Tekelezan, Eritrea
09.1995 - 08.2000
- Oversaw community health programs, immunisations, and disease prevention initiatives to improve public health outcomes
- Managed daily operations and clinical staff to enhance patient care delivery
- Ensured quality care and compliance with policies, maintaining accurate documentation to support patient safety
- Provided leadership, training, and culturally safe, patient-centred care.
Education
Postgraduate cert. - Addictions & Mental Health
Confederation College
Thunder Bay, ON06-2023
Bachelor of Sciences - Nursing
Asmara University
Asmara, Eritrea07-2014
Advanced Diploma - Mental Health Nursing
College of Nursing & Health Technology
Asmara, Eritrea07-2005
Advanced Diploma - Nursing
Asmara University
Asmara, Eritrea07-1990
Skills
- Patient care delivery
- Clinical assessment proficiency
- Comprehensive assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound management
- IV placement
- Catheter care
- Infection prevention techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Critical care services
- Documenting vitals
- Detailed documentation skills
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Affiliations
- Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)
- Canadian Nurses Association (CNA)
- Care Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses
Certification And Registration
- Registered Nurse (RN), CNO
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 2026
- Palliative care in Dementia, Alzheimer’s society of Toronto, 10/2025, Toronto, ON
- Occupation Specific Language Training (OSLT), Workplace communication skills for IEN from Centennial College, 2025, Toronto, ON
Timeline
RN Medical- Surgical ward
Orotta Hospital
09.2014 - 08.2025
RN - Nursing Home
Asmara Nursing Home
09.2008 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry
St. Mary’s Neuropsychiatry Hospital
09.2000 - 08.2008
Subzonal Health Officer
Adi Tekelezan Health Centre
09.1995 - 08.2000
Postgraduate cert. - Addictions & Mental Health
Confederation College
Bachelor of Sciences - Nursing
Asmara University
Advanced Diploma - Mental Health Nursing
College of Nursing & Health Technology
Advanced Diploma - Nursing
Asmara University