Iorpalegh Kenneth

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history indirect patient care, triage, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.

Site Nurse (Contract) at Atlantic Marine Nigeria Limited (2023-01 – 2025-04)

• Emergency Response and Planning
• Immunization and Health surveillance
• Health Education and promotion
• Safety advocacy
• Injury and Illness prevention
• Treatment of minor illness and injuries
• Referral to medical management for complicated cases
• Record Keeping

Registered Nurse at Mercy City Hospital (2022-01 – 2022-07)

• Continuous monitor of patients' vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation).
• Use advanced monitoring equipment to detect changes in patients' conditions promptly.
• Administer intravenous (IV) medications, fluids, and blood products.
• Perform and manage complex medication regimens, including titration of vasoactive drugs.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical and emotional needs.
• Document all care, observations, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide ventilatory support, including the management of mechanical ventilators.
• Manage other life-support equipment, such as dialysis machines and infusion pumps.
• Respond rapidly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests, strokes, or severe respiratory distress.
• Perform life-saving procedures such as CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) or defibrillation.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with patients' families, providing updates and emotional support.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Coordinate patient transfers within the hospital or to other healthcare facilities when necessary.
• Educate patients and their families about the patient's condition, treatment plans, and post-ICU care.
• Provide guidance on coping mechanisms and support resources.
• Adhere to protocols and safety guidelines to prevent infections and ensure high standards of care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to evidence-based practice.

Staff Nurse at Bisam Hospital (2020-03 – 2021-12)

• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary health care professionals, including physicians, Case managers and social workers.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and assisted surgeons during operations with medical equipment.

Staff Nurse at New Epic Clinic and Maternity Center (2019-12 – 2020-02)

• Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
• Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Monitored patients' conditions and report changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Benue State School of Nursing - Makurdi (2016-11 – 2019-11)

Bachelor of Nursing Sciences (BNSC) in Nursing Sciences – Almadu Bello University Zaria