Obi Chisom

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient care and a strong focus on delivering quality healthcare. Skilled in wound dressing, accurate documentation, and effective problem-solving. Proven ability to collaborate in team environments while demonstrating leadership capabilities.

Adept in communication with patients and staff, ensuring a supportive and informed care experience. Committed to continuing education and professional development, striving to enhance clinical skills and improve patient outcomes.

Student Nurse - Nnamdi Azikwe Teaching Hospital - Nnewi Anambra state

• Actively participated in bedside care, administering basic nursing procedures under supervision.
• Engaged in clinical rounds and contributed observations for patient assessments.
• Provided basic first aid and supported senior staff in emergency situations.
• Assisted with specimen collection and laboratory sample preparation.
• Educated patients on general health practices, including hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Observed surgical procedures and learned pre- and post-operative care routines.
• Practiced effective patient communication to provide comfort and answer questions under guidance.

Student Nurse - University of Nigeria teaching hospital Ituzu Ozaila - Enugu State, Nigeria

• Observed and assisted senior nurses and doctors in patient care and routine procedures.
• Learned and practiced essential clinical skills, such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure).
• Assisted with patient hygiene care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Supported patient mobility by assisting in turning, lifting, and positioning patients.
• Helped in preparing and maintaining a clean and safe patient environment in line with infection control standards.
• Documented patient interactions and participated in patient handovers under supervision.

Locum Nurse - Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital - ihiala, Anambra state

• Responded promptly to patient call signals, supplied and emptied bedpans, and assisted patients with daily hygiene activities including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Provided nutritional support by serving meal trays, assisting with feeding, and guiding patients with menu selections tailored to their dietary needs.
• Conducted regular patient checks, including weighing, lifting, turning, and positioning patients to ensure comfort and prevent bedsores.
• Shaved patients prior to surgeries and supervised patient exercise routines to promote physical well-being.
• Organized and facilitated leisure activities and accompanied patients on outdoor recreational activities, enhancing their quality of life.
• Accurately measured and recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, and meticulously documented patient care on charts.
• Monitored fluid intake and output and collected specimens (urine, feces, sputum) for diagnostic purposes.
• Administered suppositories, colonic irrigations, and enemas as directed by nursing staff.
• Provided first aid in emergency situations, utilizing appropriate techniques within the scope of competencies.
• Safely transported patients by wheelchair or stretcher for treatments or surgeries, ensuring their comfort and safety.

Registered Nurse - Adol Paul Hospital Nnewi - Anambra, Nigeria

• Perform routine and specialized nursing procedures, such as inserting IVs, changing dressings, and collecting lab samples.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on managing illnesses, post-discharge care, and promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
• Assist in emergency situations by providing first aid and life-saving interventions within the scope of nursing practice.
• Prepare patients for surgeries and medical procedures, offering emotional support and information.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment in the pediatric ward by adhering to infection control standards and protocols.

Registered Nurse - College of Nursing (2019-11 - 2023-05)

West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate - Model Comprehensive Secondary School Isuofia (2015-05)