Christabel Sunday

An organized, Results-driven, Certified Registered Nurse and Registered Mental Health Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, with 4 years of experience in crisis intervention, wellness promotion, and leadership. Proven track record of improving patient outcomes and driving positive change in diverse healthcare. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities with the ability to conduct patient assessments and evaluate care effectiveness while acting with integrity and in the best interest of patients.

Seeking an employment in an organization which will create opportunities to expand practical experience and knowledge, while at the same time providing quality health care and discharging duties effectively.

School Health Nurse at EmeraldField Schools (2024-10 – Present)

Provided comprehensive medical care and health promotion services to students in school setting

• Provided basic medical care and first aid to students
• Assessed and managed acute illnesses and injuries
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed
• Conducted health screenings and assessments (e.g vision, hearing, BMI)
• Developed and implemented health education programs for students
• Managed student health records and confidential information
• Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents on student health issues
• Conducted health promotion activities and workshops for students
• Monitored and report infectious disease outbreaks
• Supported students with chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes)
• Developed and implemented individualized health care plans for students with special needs
• Provided counseling and emotional support to students
• Coordinate with local healthcare providers for referrals and emergencies
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date health records for students
• Identify and report potential health hazards or risks in the school or hostel environment
• Supported students with mental health concerns or crises
• Developed and implemented emergency response protocols for hostel

Registered Mental Health Nurse at Federal Neuro-psychiatric Hospital Calabar (2023-04 – 2024-10)

Provided comprehensive mental health nursing care across multiple wards and outpatient departments

• Met with patients to make introduction, inquire about needs and offer assistance. Created therapeutic rapport that enhances patient's recovery
• Formulated nursing diagnoses based on patients' assessments and implemented appropriate patient interventions
• Assessed client's home environment, physical abilities/health, mental and emotional status and how it leads to mental illness and facilitation of client's recovery
• Participated in medical ward rounds which comprised of professionals from other medical sectors. These rounds were aimed at clients recovery and relapse prevention
• Led crisis intervention and counseling services for patients with anxiety, depression, and psychosis
• Developed and implemented evidence-based wellness workshops, reducing patient readmission rates by 30%
• Supervised and mentored junior nurses, enhancing team performance and patient care
• Ensure the promotion of clients understanding of mental condition by carrying out psycho-education and relieving symptoms with psycho-therapy and psycho-pharmacology
• Promote community integration by encouraging occupational therapy for clients
• Managed acute psychiatric patients, creating individualized care plans and reducing aggression incidents by 25%
• Supported patients with anxiety, depression, and stress management, improving patient satisfaction scores by 20%
• Evaluate clients mental status and recommend for trial leave

Trauma Nurse at Hannah Foundation Clinic and Trauma Center (2023-12 – 2024-03)

Provided emergency trauma care and stabilization for patients with complex medical conditions and traumatic injuries

• Assess and triage patients with complex medical conditions or traumatic injuries
• Provide emergency care and stabilization for trauma patients
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and oxygen therapy as needed
• Conduct wound care and dressing changes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (doctors, therapists, etc.) for patient care plans
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families
• Monitor patient progress and document care in medical records
• Participate in trauma team meetings and case

Intensive Care Unit Nurse at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (2022-09 – 2022-10)

Provided safe and efficient patient-specific nursing care to critically ill patients

• Provided safe and efficient patient-specific nursing care through head-to-toe assessments, medication administration, repositioning and hygienic care to critically ill patients

Surgical Ward Nurse at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (2022-05 – 2022-06)

Provided comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients

• Formulated nursing diagnosis based on patients' assessments and implemented appropriate patient interventions
• Obtained patients vital signs, performed assessments and assisted in ambulation/repositioning and patient wound care
• Administered patient medications and provided necessary patient education

Medical Ward Nurse at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (2022-03 – 2022-04)

Provided patient care in medical wards including vital signs monitoring and medication administration

• Met with patients for introduction, inquire about needs and offer assistance
• Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures
• Managed patient care including checking vital signs and administering medications
• Changed out and cared for bandages, catheter, urine bags and colostomy bags

Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nurse at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (2021-11 – 2022-01)

Provided comprehensive care to mothers and newborns in obstetrics and gynaecology department

• Observed vaginal and caesarian deliveries, while providing emotional support to expecting mothers
• Applied knowledge from courses and critical thinking skills to provide comprehensive care to mothers, newborns and family

Mental Health Nurse at Federal Neuropsychiatry Hospital, Calabar (2021-07 – 2021-09)

Applied nursing process to encourage optimal mental health awareness and patient safety

• Applied the nursing process to encourage optimal mental health awareness
• Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application

Community Health Nurse at Community Health Clinic, Okoyong (2021-03 – 2021-04)

Provided community health services and health education

• Assessed client's home environment, physical abilities/health, mental and emotional status
• Directed a health education program in the community, focused on personal and environmental hygiene

Orthopaedic Ward Nurse at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (2020-11 – 2020-12)

Provided total nursing care to ambulant and non-ambulant patients in orthopaedic ward

• Applied the nursing process in providing total nursing care to ambulant and non-ambulant patient
• Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application

Registered Mental Health Psychiatric Nurse (RMHPN) Certificate in Mental Health Nursing – College of Nursing Sciences Federal Neuro-psychiatric Hospital Calabar (2023 – 2024)

Registered Nurse (RN) Certificate in Nursing – College of Nursing, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (2019 – 2022)

West African Senior School Certificate (SSCE) in General Education – Mary Slessor Academy, Calabar, Cross River State (2011 – 2016)

First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) in General Education – Aku Nursery and Primary School, Calabar, Cross River State (2005 – 2011)