OLUWABUNMI OKEOWO NWACHUKWU
Polokwane
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated enrolled nurse assistant with professional intention of providing high-quality care to patients in healthcare environment. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, performing basic medical procedures, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Strong ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ENROLLED NURSE ASSISTANT
NETCARE PHOLOSO
06.2024 - Current
- Documenting care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Assisting with feeding and monitoring intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answering call lights and supporting patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helping patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checking patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Monitoring, tracking, and conveying important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Identifying and reporting unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisting nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documenting patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintaining patient stability by checking height and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upholding infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
ENROLLED NURSE STUDENT
NETCARE FEMINA HOSPITAL
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, changing bandages, catheter care and charting patient progress over time
- Performed physical examinations and other diagnostic tests to identify the cause of a patient's illness or injury
- Determined appropriate nursing interventions based on knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, clinical practices, and pharmacology
- Prepared equipment and supplies for surgery, administering anesthetics, and sterilizing surgical instruments
- Monitored patients' conditions to ensure that they are safe and comfortable
- Explained procedures to patients, their families, and other health care providers
- Educated patients on health issues, such as diet, exercise, stress management, and disease prevention.
AUXILIARY NURSE TRAINEE
HEALTH FIRST MEDICAL CENTER
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, changing bandages, catheter care and charting patient progress over time
- Performed physical examinations and other diagnostic tests to identify the cause of a patient's illness or injury
- Prepared equipment and supplies for surgery, administering anesthetics, and sterilizing surgical instruments
- Monitored patients' conditions to ensure that they are safe and comfortable.
Education
HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - NURSING
NETCARE EDUCATION
PRETORIA10-2024
Skills
- Communications and basic computer skills
- First Aid
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Compassion and the ability to empathize with patients
- Good listener and a team player
- Patient Care and Vital Signs
- Blood transfusion
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Physical Assessment of Adult Patient
Languages
English
Certification
South African Nursing Council
License Number: 16913766
Timeline
ENROLLED NURSE ASSISTANT
NETCARE PHOLOSO
06.2024 - Current
ENROLLED NURSE STUDENT
NETCARE FEMINA HOSPITAL
01.2023 - 12.2023
AUXILIARY NURSE TRAINEE
HEALTH FIRST MEDICAL CENTER
01.2014 - 08.2015
South African Nursing Council
License Number: 16913766
HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - NURSING
NETCARE EDUCATION
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