SHAKIRAH NDEGEMU FULLER
Duke Health System
Morrisville
10
years of professional experience
Seeking a challenging Career in a progressive company, where I will apply my knowledge, skills, and gained experience to add value to the organization and myself.
Highly motivated, enthusiastic nursing graduate aspiring to practice, acquire and improve skills to promote health across the nursing care continuum. Recognized as a competent team member, effective communicator and collaborative with in interdisciplinary teams.
Dedicated professional with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
11 Months- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for medical review.
- Educated patients on health management and post-discharge care.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from hospital to home by coordinating necessary equipment, supplies, and support services for families.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Educated families on disease management strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their child''s health and wellbeing.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by effectively managing complex pediatric cases in a home environment.
- Ensured continuity of care through timely communication with primary care providers, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 4 Months- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding health management strategies.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Assessed pediatric patients'' growth and development, identifying potential issues early for timely intervention.
- Provided education to parents on proper home care techniques, minimizing hospital readmissions and promoting long-term wellbeing.
- Provided emergency care to pediatric patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Educated families on health management strategies to enhance patient well-being and compliance.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a trusting home environment.
Passenger Service Agent
1 Year 10 Months- Checked in passengers, assigned seats, and issued boarding passes.
- Answered customer questions regarding flight information, airport amenities, and travel regulations.
- Assisted special needs passengers and unaccompanied minors, driving seamless airport experience.
- Pushed wheelchairs with passengers through terminal and gate areas to ease transport.
- Coordinated security for international airline like Aero Mexico
- Provided international airline security on the ramp, and gate making sure nothing illegal goes onto the plane
Nurse
3 Years 2 Months- Admission and transfer of patients
- In charge nurse for immunization
- Record and notify changes in patient's conditions
- Provided Catheter care and change dressings
- Educated patients and their families on treatment and therapy measures
- Maintained confidentiality of patient's information
- Administer fertility drugs as prescribed by the gynecologist
- Prepare for theater for procedures
- Scrubbing in key hold surgeries, e.g
- Laparoscopy
- Report writing as well as oral report giving during duty handover
- Dispensing drugs dispensed by the doctor on table during procedures
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Nurse
1 Year 8 Months- Chronic disease management program
- Counseling
- Allocation and overseeing of field activities e.g
- Immunization
- Clinical assessment evolution and care of patients health
- Any other duty assigned by the immediate superior
- Routine checkups of vital observation
- Taking care of both mother and new born
- Conducted research projects related to nursing practice or health policy issues.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Taught classes on topics such as nutrition, wound care, pain management, medication administration.
- Actively participated in professional organizations related to nursing practice.
- Created educational materials such as brochures, pamphlets, handouts, websites, designed to promote healthy lifestyles.
Nurse Intern
2 Years 3 Months- As a student nurse rotated on all medical, surgical, gynecological, pediatrics, immunization, labor suit, casualty, theatre, family planning
- Performed advanced nursing procedures, this gave me a wealth of medical experience
- Prepare instruments for sterilization
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients according to physician orders.
- Provided basic nursing care such as monitoring vital signs, collecting lab specimens, and changing dressings.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention topics.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients including measurements of height, weight, temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure.
- Performed sterile procedures such as wound care dressing changes.
- Assisted with performance improvement activities within the unit.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives for the department.
- Monitored patient progress post-procedure or treatment plan implementation.
- Assessed patient's condition by reviewing medical history, performing physical exams and ordering diagnostic tests as needed.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergent situations while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Supported physicians during examinations when necessary using correct terminology when communicating with them regarding patient care matters.
- Assisted nurses in providing direct patient care including bathing, grooming, feeding and toileting activities.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Protected patient wounds and infections by applying clean dressings, stockings and support bandages.
- Assisted staff with passing meal trays and feeding patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
- Transferred patients from room to x-ray or lab by wheelchair or bed.
- Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
- Participated in implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with broad range of health issues.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to devise treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
- Supported post-operative care, monitoring patient recovery and reporting to RN.
- Assisted nursing staff with direct patient care under supervision of RN.
- Helped maintain patient rooms, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures and collected data for patient assessments.
- Supported patients with mobility, aiding in walking and transferring using appropriate devices.
- Assisted with the implementation of patient care plans developed by nursing staff.
- Prepared and maintained patient documentation and electronic health records.
- Helped manage patient nutrition by setting up meal trays and assisting with feeding as necessary.
- Collected patient specimens such as blood, urine, and sputum for laboratory testing.
- Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a registered nurse.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition to supervising nurse.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Participated in patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
Basic life support (BLS)
Certificate - Nursing
Key subjects: Advanced clinical decisions making, Nursing clients with medical-surgical conditions, Nursing clients with fertility related issues, Nursing clients with gynecological conditions, Nursing clients with pediatric condition, Nursing clients with chronic conditions, Health law and ethics
Guidance and counseling
Uganda Certificate Education (UCE)
Primary leaving Education (PLE)
Skills
Strong oral and written communication
Excellent interpersonal and patient education skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong analytical and problem resolution skills
Effective communication skill
Leadership and people management
Planning and organizational skills
Working under extreme pressure
Working under minimal supervision
Maintain safe and therapeutic environment
Ability to work autonomously
set priorities and make independent decisions of a complex nature
Demonstrated strong self management skills
Commitment to nursing
Flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes
Exceptional team working
Demonstrate honesty
integrity and respect for all patients
careers and staff
Critical thinking
Recognized as an active learner
Wound Management
Medication and IV administration
Care plan implementation
Unit Administration
Home Health Care
Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Emergency Care
Disease Prevention
Coordinating schedules
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