Dorothy Anyanwu
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience in nursing, midwifery, anesthesia, and public health. Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality patient care in hospital settings, with expertise in monitoring vital signs, effective communication, and leadership. Proven track record of fostering optimal team collaboration, improving patient outcomes, and driving patient satisfaction and health education initiatives. Currently employed as a Registered Nurse at Chukwunedum Hospital & Maternity in Nigeria, I am eager to apply my extensive nursing background and clinical skills in a Nursing Support Worker role in Australia.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Chukwunedum Hospital & Maternity
Abakaliki, Ebonyi
02.2024 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Federal University Teaching Hospital
Owerri, Imo
01.2007 - 01.2024
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Educated families on proper homecare techniques for post-discharge planning purposes.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Akaraugo Hospital & Maternity
Owerri, Imo
01.2000 - 12.2006
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
Nursing Assistant
Borromeo Specialist Hospital
Onitsha, Anambra
01.1997 - 12.1999
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National Open University Nigeria
Owerri09-2015
Graduate Certificate - Public Health
College of Health Science
Amaigbo, Imo State Nigeria02-2014
Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Anaesthesiology
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
Enugu, Nigeria12-2006
Registered Nurse Midwife - Nursing Midwifery
School of Midwifery HolyRosary Specialist Hospital
Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria09-2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
School of Nursing Mbano Joint Hospital
Imo State Nigeria08-1999
Skills
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Patient Care Assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Health Education and Promotion
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Nigeria)
- Registered Nurse License (Nigeria)
- Registered Public Health Nurse (Nigeria)
- Registered Nurse-Midwife (Nigeria)
- BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Chukwunedum Hospital & Maternity
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Federal University Teaching Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Akaraugo Hospital & Maternity
01.2000 - 12.2006
Nursing Assistant
Borromeo Specialist Hospital
01.1997 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National Open University Nigeria
Graduate Certificate - Public Health
College of Health Science
Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Anaesthesiology
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
Registered Nurse Midwife - Nursing Midwifery
School of Midwifery HolyRosary Specialist Hospital
Associate of Science - Nursing
School of Nursing Mbano Joint Hospital
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