Charity Adukwu

Dedicated, patient-focused Registered Nurse with over a year of clinical experience across emergency, surgical, medical, outpatient, and consultative care settings. Proven track record of delivering compassionate, evidence-based nursing care with a strong focus on patient-centered treatment planning and education. Committed to professional growth, collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork, and staying current with best practices to ensure patient safety.

Staff Nurse – Outpatient / Consulting Unit at GCEM Hospital (Private, HMO-Accredited, O&G-Focused) (2026-06 – Present)

• Performed IV cannulation and infusion setup for acutely unwell patients, enabling prompt fluid and drug therapy
• Managed care for an average of 10–11 outpatients per shift, handling acute presentations including malaria RDT testing, blood sample collection, and antibiotic administration to ensure same-visit treatment
• Verified HMO status and coverage directly with providers before care began, preventing billing delays and coverage disputes for first-time patients
• Monitored drug supply levels daily to keep essential medications available and prevent stockouts
• Handled inbound calls for appointment booking and enquiries, directing patients to the right service and keeping clinic flow smooth

Staff Nurse – Emergency Unit at Faith Foundation Missionary Hospital (2025-11 – 2026-04)

50-Bed Facility, 10-Bed Unit (1:5 ratio)

• Administered blood transfusions on numerous occasions, plus oxygen therapy, for critically ill patients, monitoring closely to catch reactions and complications early
• Continuously monitored unstable patients, identifying and escalating early signs of deterioration to enable timely physician intervention
• Administered emergency medications and relayed clinical findings to the medical team for prompt intervention
• Developed individualized care plans, monitoring for medication side effects and interactions to keep treatment safe
• Stabilized patients and coordinated transfer to the appropriate ward, maintaining continuity of care

Staff Nurse – Surgical Unit at Faith Foundation Missionary Hospital (2025-09 – 2025-11)

20-Bed Unit (1:5 ratio)

• Performed wound dressing and post-operative wound care with infection control measures to support healing and prevent infection
• Conducted pre- and post-operative assessments and reviewed laboratory results to confirm patient fitness for procedures
• Managed post-operative pain and symptoms using pain scales, relaying findings to the medical team for timely medication adjustments
• Monitored vitals and blood loss closely, escalating complications promptly to protect patient safety
• Assisted with discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-discharge

Volunteer Nurse – Medical Unit / Outpatient (Paediatric & Female Medical Ward) at General Hospital (2024-09 – 2025-02)

100-Bed Facility

• Performed patient assessment and triage, including vital sign and glucose level monitoring, under staff supervision
• Assisted with wound dressing and infection prevention measures
• Assisted with medication administration and patient/family education on diet modifications

Bachelor of Nursing Science in Nursing Science – University of Calabar (2019 – 2025)