UZOAMAKA OKWOR
Tucson,Arizona
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished nurse with a strong background in public health, research coordination, and clinical nursing. Seeking to leverage expertise in healthcare management, community outreach, and patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Study Coordinator
Department of International Research Center of Excellence (IRCE), Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN)
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated a prospective cohort study of non-communicable diseases among HIV-infected individuals in Nigeria.
Study Coordinator
Department of IRCE, IHVN
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Coordinated the BRIDGE study, assessing the feasibility and acceptability of an m-health intervention for breast cancer early detection in north-central Nigeria.
Research Associate/Site Supervisor
Department of IRCE, IHVN
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Contributed to a prospective cohort study on Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer.
Registered Nurse/Midwife
DIFF Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Addressed concerns related to postpartum depression, connecting patients with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
- Assisted in over [Number] successful births and provided post-partum counseling for struggling families to increase happiness and health of newborns and mothers.
- Implemented infection control measures within the labor and delivery unit to minimize risks to both mothers and newborns during their hospital stay.
- Informed families on potential risks and overall benefits of [Type] births.
- Provided comprehensive breastfeeding education for new mothers, encouraging successful nursing relationships.
- Maintained detailed medical records for accurate documentation of patient care and progress throughout the perinatal period.
- Developed community outreach programs focused on reproductive health education for underserved populations.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
Nursing Officer
Defence Headquarters Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Duties and responsibilities: Admission of incoming patient to the hospital, Provision of acute/emergency care, Set up IV line and Administration of IV medication, Close monitoring of sick patients (pregnant mothers, children, adults and old), Administering of prescribed medications to patients/clients, Vaccination and immunizations of children and adults, Administration of oxygen, Coordination of patient care with other departments, Provision of peri-operative and post-operative care, Removal of foreign body from patient orifices, Transfer of patient to other wards, Coordination of patient’s referral process, Assisting Physician during patient examination and treatment, Tube feeding of unconscious and semi-conscious patients, Bed bathing patients (conscious, semi-conscious and unconscious), Assist in treatment of patients with other diseases, Chaperoning of patients and other delegated duties, Every day to day activity
Nursing Officer
Premier Specialist Medical Center
01.2013
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring patients maintained dignity and comfort during their final moments.
- Increased staff retention rates by fostering an inclusive workplace culture that valued diversity and promoted employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
- Provided high-quality patient education on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering patients in their own healthcare decisions.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Advocated for the integration of holistic approaches in patient care, addressing not only physical needs but also emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
- Coordinated patient care services and managed clinical cost control.
Education
Master of Public and Global Health -
Tampere University
Bachelor of Nursing Science -
University of Nigeria
Skills
- Budget Planning
- Satori Alternative to Managing Aggression
- Patient care services coordination
- Profitability Strategies
- Documentation accuracy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 2015
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, 2015
Affiliations
- Member, Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria
- Member, American Public Health Association (APHA)
Volunteer Experience
- Nurse/Midwife, Shepherds House Assembly
- HIV Counsellor, National Youth Network on HIV & AIDS Nigeria (NYNETHA)
- Outreach Coordinator, Project Hope Alive (PHA)
- HIV Counsellor, Defense Headquarter Medical Centre
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Study Coordinator
Department of International Research Center of Excellence (IRCE), Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Study Coordinator
Department of IRCE, IHVN
01.2019 - 01.2021
Research Associate/Site Supervisor
Department of IRCE, IHVN
01.2016 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse/Midwife
DIFF Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Nursing Officer
Defence Headquarters Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
Nursing Officer
Premier Specialist Medical Center
01.2013
Master of Public and Global Health -
Tampere University
Bachelor of Nursing Science -
University of Nigeria
- Registered Nurse (RN), Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 2015
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, 2015
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