BARTHOLOMEW NDIFE
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Strong background in clinical and pathological medicine, and clear understanding of complexity of diseases and underlying etiologies makes easy to collaborate with multidisciplinary team in caring and management of patients and families. Great interpersonal skills that promote close teamwork for best treatment plan for the patients that meet the team goals and outcome.
Prior to obtaining APRN license, I have over 20 years of clinical experience as an ECFMG-certified foreign medical practitioner, and a licensed registered nurse. I worked in different clinical settings as both a clinician and a clinical manger. Eager to provide quality and holistic care by adopting patient centered care approach and preventive care. A team player nature, and a hardworking clinician with more 20 years of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
UF Health Jacksonville
11.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in providing comprehensive care to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
- Utilized telehealth technology effectively, increasing convenience for patients while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Contributed to staff professional growth by conducting training sessions on clinical best practices and new medical technologies.
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Participated in hospital committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
Registered Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Provide direct nursing care to both traumatic and non-traumatic brain and spinal cord injured patients
- Monitoring, recording, and evaluating the medical needs of quadriplegia, paraplegia, and traumatic brain injured patients
- Assist with trachea care, peg tube care, wound care, bladder and bowel care, transfers with Hoyer lift and other medical needs
- Communicate with care team on patient clinical condition
- Perform all the duties of nurse regarding patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Medical assistant and CSR
University of Florida Health
Jacksonville, FL
11.2014 - 04.2020
- Performed the duties of medical assistants as stipulated in the job description
- Obtained and accurately documenting the patient's medical information
- Attend to patients' calls and direct patient's complaints to the appropriate primary care provider
- Respond to patients and requests and address the issue with the clinical team
- Support the clinical/ research unit's staff when needed
- Floated to orthopedics-podiatry, and Gastro-intestinal clinics at the request of my supervisor
- Perform ancillary and point of care procedures like venipuncture, EKG, urethral catheterization.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Chief Medical officer and Clinical manager
Department of Health, South Africa
05.2006 - 03.2010
- Oversaw and in-charge of the operation of the district hospital and sub-district clinics
- Presided over clinical and infection control meetings, organize and quality assurance programs
- Performed duties of a district chief medical officer, diagnosed and managed adult, pediatrics, psychiatric, emergencies, and chronic medical problems
- Responsible for the Obstetric unit and operating theatre
- Performed basic Obstetric procedures: conduct normal/complicated vaginal deliveries, Caesarean sections, salpingectomy, myomectomy, and obstetric spinal/epidural anesthesia.
- Streamlined hospital operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Spearheaded initiatives for continuous improvement in patient safety, resulting in reduced infection rates and medical errors.
- Optimized resource allocation by developing data-driven strategies for staffing, budgeting, and equipment management.
- Established partnerships with local community organizations to promote preventive health programs and services.
- Enhanced staff performance through comprehensive training programs, regular feedback, and performance evaluations.
- Promoted a culture of transparency and accountability by introducing key performance indicators for all departments.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align organizational goals with industry trends and best practices.
- Defined medical and administrative best practices in policies and procedures.
- Chaired committees responsible for evaluating new medical technologies assessing potential benefits limitations before adoption.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Led the development of a multidisciplinary team to enhance collaboration and quality healthcare delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Monitored unit budget to meet financial objectives for spend rate and funding.
Medical officer 1
Delta State Ministry of Health
02.2002 - 03.2005
- Carried out assignments as directed by the clinical team, daily inpatient and outpatient care and ward rounds
- Diagnosis and initial management of common medical, pediatrics, obstetrics, and gynecological & emergency medical problem
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Verified complex diagnoses to facilitate treatment plans.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Performed basic surgical procedures like suturing of lacerations, episiotomy, endometrial biopsy, reduction of fractures, insertion of chest drainage, appendectomy, herniorrhaphy, and cesarean sections.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and follow-up care.
Medical Internship
Federal Ministry Health
, Nigeria
01.2001 - 01.2002
- 12 months rotation through; medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and obstetrics & gynecology departments
- Worked under the supervision of specialists and senior resident doctors
- Participated in history taking, physical examination, and diagnosis of medical illnesses and treatment
- Assisted with patient pre-op preparation, urethral catheterization, and venipuncture, and setting up IV lines and after-hour calls and coverage in the hospital.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Education
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
NigeriaMaster of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Florida International University
Miami, FL07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2020
Skills
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Preventive Care
- Physical Examinations
- Laboratory Testing
- Patient Education
- Ambulation Services
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Clinical Care Standards
- Physical Assessments
- Patient Communication
- CPR/AED
- Telehealth Services
- Preventive Healthcare
- Care Coordination
- Chronic Disease Management
- Immunization Administration
- Disease Prevention Education
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Florida Board of Nursing current till April 2025
- Registered Nurse, Florida Board of Nursing current till April 2025
- BLS and CPR certificate current till 2025
Education Certifications
- Master of Science in Nursing, 08/2018-07/2021, Florida International University, Miami, Florida
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 08/2018-12/2019, Florida International University, Miami, Florida
- Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduate, 10/2015
- Diploma in Obstetrics, 05/2009, College Of Obstetrics and Gynecology, South Africa
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS, 07/2000, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Singing
- Listening to music
- An avid sport lover and a fan of soccer, basketball, and football. Like spending time with families and participate in religious activities.
- International travel: love travelling and making friends especially people of different cultures and eager to learn new thing.
References
on request
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
UF Health Jacksonville
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2022
Medical assistant and CSR
University of Florida Health
11.2014 - 04.2020
Chief Medical officer and Clinical manager
Department of Health, South Africa
05.2006 - 03.2010
Medical officer 1
Delta State Ministry of Health
02.2002 - 03.2005
Medical Internship
Federal Ministry Health
01.2001 - 01.2002
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
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