Open To Work
Faith Omotola Banjo
Chino,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Highly versatile, California-licensed Registered Nurse and Nigerian-certified Midwife with over 6 years of international acute care experience within major high-volume hospital networks. Proven clinical expertise spanning Emergency Triage,Medical-surgical units, Post-Operative Recovery, and high-risk labor and delivery, with specialized mastery in postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) prevention.
Successfully passed the NCLEX-RN with active California licensure, current BLS,NIHSS and with Authorization to work.
Exceptional skilled in fast-paced clinical environments,rapid patient assessment, and culturally competent care, offering a robust clinical foundation ready to deliver immediate value to U.S acute care team.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Midwife
E-MOTIV
Benin , Nigeria , Edo
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care to expectant mothers.
- Conducted regular health assessments and monitored maternal-fetal well-being.
- Educated patients on childbirth options and infant care practices.
- Assisted in labor and delivery processes, ensuring safe birthing experiences.
- PPH Prevention and Management
- Post-Operative Care Recovery.
- Massage the uterus
- Intravenous fluids.
- Administration of medications through oral,intravenous G-tube, subconscious, intradermal and intramuscular route.
Registered Nurse Midwife
University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH)
Benin , Nigeria
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care to expectant mothers.
- Conducted regular health assessments and monitored maternal-fetal well-being.
- Educated patients on childbirth options and infant care practices.
- Assisted in labor and delivery processes, ensuring safe birthing experiences.
- Documented patient histories and maintained accurate medical records.
- Supported breastfeeding initiatives by offering guidance and resources to new mothers.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote maternal health awareness.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians during labor and delivery process.
- Developed discharge plans for patients after giving birth.
- Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding, bathing, diapering.
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated the health of pregnant women.
- Assisted in cesarean sections when necessary.
- Identified potential complications associated with pregnancy and delivery process.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted test results accurately.
- Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
- Monitored fetus during labor, completed cervical checks and helped women into different positions to facilitate smooth labors.
- Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and identifying fetal position.
- Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
- Educated women on birth options, positive strategies and unique health issues.
Family Planning Coordinator
University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH)
Benin , Nigeria
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated family planning services to enhance patient access and education.
- Developed informational materials for patients regarding contraceptive options and services.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for family planning consultations and follow-ups.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to integrate family planning into primary care services.
- Worked closely with medical professionals at clinics offering family planning services.
- Assisted in developing strategies to increase access to contraceptives and other reproductive health services in underserved areas.
Community Health Volunteer
Evboutubu Health Centre
Benin , Nigeria
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Assisted in organizing community health workshops and awareness campaigns.
- Supported health professionals during patient screenings and assessments.
- Engaged with community members to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
- Distributed health education materials to local residents and families.
- Facilitated group discussions on nutrition and wellness topics.
- Provided basic first aid care when necessary during outreach activities or home visits.
- Attended meetings with government officials and representatives from partner organizations to discuss strategies for improving community health outcomes.
- Organized and facilitated workshops and seminars on topics such as nutrition, sanitation, hygiene, and healthcare access.
- Conducted home visits to assess the health needs of families in the community.
- Trained new volunteers on best practices related to providing quality care within a given budget or timeline constraints.
- Participated in outreach activities such as health fairs and other events held at local churches or civic centers to promote awareness of community health initiatives.
- Advised on policy development and assisted in community program implementation.
- Delivered healthy living and disease management information to specific population groups.
- Handled research and administrative tasks to support community outreach and program initiatives.
- Assisted with immunization campaigns by providing information on vaccination schedules and administering vaccinations when needed.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bethel faith medical hospital
Benin
- Administered medications and treatments following hospital protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing and implementing patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Administration of medications through oral, Intravenous, G-tube,intradermal,and intramusular route.
- Wound dressing.
- Blood Transfusion.
- Insertion of Intravenous line, Foley catheter and Administration of oxygen.
Education
Registered Midwife - Midwifery
School of Midwifery, University of Benin Teaching Hospital
Benin, Nigeria , Edo 10.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Edo State College of Nursing
Benin, Nigeria , Edo 10.2010 - 05.2014
Discovery Demonstration College
Benin, Nigeria , EdoFamily Planning - Family Planning
Fertility Counseling Research And Training (UBTH)
Benin, Nigeria , Edo 05.2001 -
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Labor support
- Prenatal care
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Family planning counseling
- Electronic medical records
- Wound care management
- Postpartum care
- Patient confidentiality
- Maternal health assessment
- Antenatal care
- Newborn care
- Fetal monitoring
- Perineal suturing
- Newborn assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Tracheostomy care
- Performing ekgs
- Documenting vitals
- G-tube care
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- IV management
- Bi-lingual in english and [language]
Certification
- California Board Of Registered Nursing-Registered Nurse (RN)
- Nigerian Board of Nursing-Registered Nurse (RN)
- Nigerian Board of Midwifery Registered Midwife-(RM)
- Fertility counseling Research and Training Centers(Family Planning)UBTH Nigeria.
- American Heart Association-Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIHSS Certification
Accomplishments
- Best Dutiful Nurse, Bethel faith medical hospital Nigeria.
- Auditor General, Edo State college of Nursing Nigeria.
Languages
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Midwife
E-MOTIV
01.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse Midwife
University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH)
09.2021 - 10.2022
Family Planning Coordinator
University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH)
06.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Midwife - Midwifery
School of Midwifery, University of Benin Teaching Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Edo State College of Nursing
10.2010 - 05.2014
Community Health Volunteer
Evboutubu Health Centre
09.2009 - 09.2010
Family Planning - Family Planning
Fertility Counseling Research And Training (UBTH)
05.2001 -
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bethel faith medical hospital
Discovery Demonstration College