Vivian Chinonso Ajoku

Staff Nurse

Swastik Hospitals

12.2022 - Current

Administering of medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Taking of arterial blood gas for analysis
Checking of sugar levels with the glucometer machine
Documentation of accurate nursing care plan
Insertion of intravenous cannulation
Oxygen therapy and nebulization
Complete the necessary paperwork for patient transfer out from the intensive care unit
Suctioning of airways of tracheostomy tube to prevent aspirations
Insertion of both foleys and condom catheter

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Staff Nurse

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Bachelors Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Higher Secondary School -

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Staff Nurse

Bachelors Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Higher Secondary School -

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