Sellwad Ahmad
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Proactive Charge Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical Unit with extensive experience in staff training, care coordination, and clinical leadership. Expert in managing patient care through effective communication, mentoring, and adherence to protocols. Bringing strong skills in patient assessment, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance healthcare outcomes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Diligent nursing professional brings strong foundation of medical knowledge and patient care expertise, honed over ten years of industry experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Suites+
05.2020 - Current
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Enhanced financial health by implementing rigorous budget controls and financial planning strategies.
Charge Nurse
Lee Health System
03.2019 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lee Health
04.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Florida College
Fort Myers, FL12.2014
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Calm and Composed
- Staff Training
- Patient Assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Discharge Planning
- Data Collection
- EMR Systems
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Limited Working
Timeline
Business Owner
Suites+
05.2020 - Current
Charge Nurse
Lee Health System
03.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lee Health
04.2016 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Florida College