Siafa Philip A Lombeh
Registered Professional Nurse
Ewing,New Jersey
Summary
A competent nurse with a wealth of knowledge and experience in health patient care and electrocardiogram analysis, human resource development in the health care sector and emergency outreach in rural communities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Barnabas Hospital
The Bronx, NY
11.2023 - 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.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Internal Review Technician
Baxter USA
New Providence, NJ
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Review, make corrections, and finalize reports completed by rhythm analysis technicians
- Provide feedbacks and score reports completed by rhythm analysis
- Detect missed rhythms and send report to manager
- Support trainers in training for new Internal Review Technicians (IRT)
- Build special reports for hospitals with special request
Senior Analysis Technician
Baxter USA
New Providence, NJ
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Analyzed different EKG rhythms: ventricular tachycardia, V-fib, A-fib, A-flutter, AV blocks, and all other cardiac rhythms.
- Build new reports and post directly to Quality Review Team
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician
Baxter USA
New Providence, NJ
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Build new EKG reports and submit to Internal View Team
- Analyzed different cardiac rhythms
- Get confirmations on AV blocks and critical cardiac rhythms before submitting to the Internal View Team
Registered Nurse
F. J. Grant Hospital
Greenville, Liberia
05.2016 - 09.2018
- 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.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Field Epidemiologist/County Coordinator
World Health Organization, WHO
Greenville, Liberia
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Strengthened epidemiological surveillance and response activities under the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) guideline.
- Ensure timely and quality response activities and appropriate outbreak control measures which led to the successful control of Meningococcal, Measles, Scabies, Pertussis, and Shigellosis outbreaks in Sinoe County.
- Strengthened data and information management, storage, and dissemination for decision making and action, created monthly Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response bulletin and achieved the County target for completeness and timely reporting (100%).
- Ensured capacity building of health personnel and community health volunteers, including the training of 134 volunteers.
- Developed and implemented research protocols to assess the impact of disease in a population.
- Analyzed statistical data to identify patterns, correlations, and trends related to public health concerns.
- Monitored the progression of communicable illnesses in multiple communities.
Registered Nurse
Liberian Government Hospital-Volunteer
Buchanan, Liberia
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Warehouse Manager-EBOLA Taskforce
Ministry Of Internal Affairs
Buchanan, Liberia
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Managed donations from the World Food Program, US Army, Arcelor Mittal, Liberia, and other NGOs for EBOLA victims and EBOLA Taskforce operations.
- Effectively distributed food and other items in accordance with the regulations of the World Food Program (WFP) and ensured that Taskforce vehicles were maintained and ready for response activities.
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
- Created reports on key metrics such as shipping accuracy rates, turnaround times, inventory levels.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Ganta United Methodist Hospital
Ganta, Liberia
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Administered local, regional, intravenous sedation, general and monitored anesthesia care techniques as appropriate for each case.
- Ensured that operating room protocols were followed throughout the procedure.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Managed pain control utilizing various pharmacologic modalities and techniques including epidural blocks and nerve blocks.
- Educated patients about their conditions before and after the procedure, as well as providing support to family members when needed.
- Evaluated laboratory results and diagnostic studies in order to make decisions regarding appropriate anesthetic interventions.
- Provided comprehensive anesthesia services for a variety of surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient's medical history and physical condition prior to surgery.
- Monitored vital signs, administered anesthesia agents, and monitored the patient during surgery.
- Maintained records of all medications administered to patients.
- Developed anesthetic plans based on individual patient needs.
Coordinator Operating Room Technician Training
Ganta United Methodist Hospital
Ganta, Liberia
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Recruited and successfully trained 9 personnel as Operating Room Technicians.
- Designed and implemented the training program of the 9 Operating Room Technicians who are currently absorbed in the health system of Liberia.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Conducted regular In-service training for nurse from other department on surgical wound care and burns.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ganta United Methodist Hospital
Ganta, Liberia
09.2007 - 09.2009
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
Education
Allied Health-EKG Analysis - Electrocardiogram Monitoring
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ05-2020
Diploma - Anesthesia
Phebe Paramedical Training Program
Gbarnga, Liberia01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
United Methodist University
Monrovia, Liberia08-2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
United Methodist University
Monrovia, Liberia07-2007
Skills
- Case Management
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
- Chart updating
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Patient Monitoring
- Documenting vitals
- Intake and discharge
Certification
Licenses
- Registered Professional Nurse-Single State
New Jersey Board of Nursing 2024
- Registered Professional Nurse
New York Board of Nursing 2023
- Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT)
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), USA 2021
- Registered Nurse
Liberian Board of Nursing and Midwifery, Liberia 2007
Certificates
- Advance Life Support (ALS) 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2023
- Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines (IPC), Ministry of Health, Liberia 2018
- Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response, WHO, Liberia Office 2015
- DHS CUHK Basic DHS Course + Safer Anesthetics Education, Mother's of Africa 2013
- Safer Anesthetics Education, Mother's of Africa 2012
- HIV/AIDS Disease-PMTCT and Scaling Up ARV Therapy, Ganta United Methodist Hospital 2007
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
Publication
Co-author "Enhancing EBOLA Virus Disease Surveillance and Prevention in Counties without confirmed cases in Rural Liberia: Experience from Sinoe county during the flare-up in Monrovia, April to June 2016". Published in the National Library of Medicine @ https://pubmed.nlm.nih.gov/29188127/
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Barnabas Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Internal Review Technician
Baxter USA
02.2023 - 10.2023
Senior Analysis Technician
Baxter USA
01.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician
Baxter USA
07.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
F. J. Grant Hospital
05.2016 - 09.2018
Field Epidemiologist/County Coordinator
World Health Organization, WHO
05.2016 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse
Liberian Government Hospital-Volunteer
08.2014 - 04.2016
Warehouse Manager-EBOLA Taskforce
Ministry Of Internal Affairs
08.2014 - 02.2015
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Ganta United Methodist Hospital
01.2012 - 07.2014
Coordinator Operating Room Technician Training
Ganta United Methodist Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ganta United Methodist Hospital
09.2007 - 09.2009
Allied Health-EKG Analysis - Electrocardiogram Monitoring
Mercer County Community College
Diploma - Anesthesia
Phebe Paramedical Training Program
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
United Methodist University
Associate of Science - Nursing
United Methodist University
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