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Flora Adigwe

Hays,KS

Summary

Driven Registered Nurse with 12 years of experience caring for patients within hospital and clinic setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Via Christi Village
Hays, KS
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital
Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria
02.2014 - 09.2022
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
  • Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
  • Advised family members on available community resources that can help them manage their loved one's condition.
  • Developed education materials about psychiatric illnesses for use by staff and clients.
  • Supported the development of therapeutic relationships between clients and providers.
  • Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
  • Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
  • Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
  • Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
  • Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
  • Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.

Registered Nurse

Healing Streams Clinic & Maternity
Warri, Delta State, Nigeria
03.2012 - 11.2012
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.

Education

Diploma in Mental Health - Mental Health Nursing

School of Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing
Enugu, Nigeria
05-2019

Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing

School of Occupational Health Nursing
Oyo State, Nigeria
11-2013

Associate of Science - Nursing

State School of Nursing Now College of Nursing
Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria
11-2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Chart updating
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Wound Care

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Playing Soccer
  • Playing PUzzle games

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • Basic Life Association BLS(AHA) 2022
  • RN - TEXAS 2023
  • RN- KANSAS 2023
  • Mental/Psychiatric Nurse-Nigeria 2019
  • Registered Occupational Health Nurse-Nigeria 2013
  • Registered Nurse-Nigeria 2011

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Via Christi Village
05.2023 - Current

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital
02.2014 - 09.2022

Registered Nurse

Healing Streams Clinic & Maternity
03.2012 - 11.2012

Diploma in Mental Health - Mental Health Nursing

School of Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing

Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing

School of Occupational Health Nursing

Associate of Science - Nursing

State School of Nursing Now College of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

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