Nzigire Nankumba
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Personable, compassionate, and dedicated New Graduate Nurse from D'Youville University, excelled in delivering high-quality patient care, mastering medication administration, and fostering therapeutic communication. Achieved significant patient outcome goals through effective collaboration and skillful application of comprehensive health assessments. Proficient in EMR documentation and interprofessional teamwork, demonstrating a strong blend of technical expertise and compassionate care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
ECMC Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
Student Nurse
ECMC Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
Student Nurse Intern
Kenmore Mercy Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for optimal results.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic support during their hospital stay.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
D'Youville University
Buffalo, NY05-2024
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
SUNY Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY01-2019
Skills
- Full body assessment
- Assessing and monitoring vital signs
- Therapeutic communication
- Medication administration
- IV insertion and IV bag hanging
- Subcutaneous and intramuscular injection administration
- Glucose checks
- Sliding scale insulin administration
- Specimen collection - urine and stool
- Urinary catheterization
- Tracheostomy suctioning and care
- Develop and implement care plans
- Wound Care
- Health education
- Documentation using EMR
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Languages
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Nurse
ECMC Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
Student Nurse
ECMC Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
Student Nurse Intern
Kenmore Mercy Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
D'Youville University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
SUNY Erie Community College
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