Amarachi Anyiam
Navan,Meath
Summary
Empathetic enhanced nurse practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 8 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Diligent about following optimum procedures and requirements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Anaesthetic theatre practitioner
Beaumont Hospital
Dublin, Dublin 9
08.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilators and respiratory care parameters based on physicians' instructions.
- Prepared patients for anaesthesia by measuring blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates.
- Administered anaesthetic agents to prepare patients for surgery.
- Stocked anaesthesia supplies and drugs in operating and delivery rooms.
- Determined equipment needs for special procedures and prepared operating rooms for operations.
- Verified and adjusted anaesthesia quantities for different medical operations.
- Sourced anaesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures and workrooms.
- Transported and transferred care to anaesthesia or recovery personnel for procedures.
- Cooperated with anaesthesia teams in developing care plans for patients.
- Helped medical staff with dressing and securing IVs and arterial lines.
- Configured emergency equipment to assist medical and nursing teams during emergencies.
- Followed instructions and manuals to maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot anaesthesia equipment.
- Explained procedures to patients and families and monitored cases under anaesthesia.
- Assisted medical teams with sterile procedures during operations.
- Submitted post-operative reports on patient condition and maintained records of anaesthetics administered.
- Performed low-level troubleshooting and took corrective action to prevent hazardous outcomes.
- Set up disposable materials to collect shed blood.
- Disassembled used anaesthesia equipment for storage after operations.
- Engaged patients and families and ascertained preexisting medical conditions before anaesthetic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected anaesthesia equipment after use.
RN staff nurse
Beaumont Hospital
Dublin, Dublin 9
09.2019 - Current
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 8-16 patients per shift.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
Senior staff nurse
Mount pleasant Lodge Nursing Home
Kilcock, Kildare
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Provided and facilitated activities in medical emergencies or crisis situations.
- Consistently monitored patient health and wellbeing to recognise deterioration and initiate appropriate action.
- Planned and prioritised highest levels of care for residents, consistently anticipating next stage of care.
- Tracked near-miss and error report information and initiated strategies to improve patient safety practices.
- Concurred with inter-professional teams to execute recommended quality improvement plans and interventions.
- Conducted rounds with physicians to assist with treatment and patient care.
- Managed progression of care coordination between teams and across areas.
- Participated in clinical risk and quality improvement initiatives activities.
- Oversaw admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
- Trained and developed junior nurses to successfully pass their probation period.
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient discharge, managing transition to hospital wards or referred hospitals.
- Utilised benchmarks to examine patient safety practices.
- Increased staff satisfaction by introducing social activity programs to maintain morale and boost engagement.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold nursing home reputation.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Used oral, topical and IM medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
First Aid CPR instructor
Abia State Passenger Integrated Manifest Scheme, A
Abia, Nigeria
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Piloted new initiatives and provided feedback on effectiveness for ongoing course improvements.
- Certified students according to assessment criteria after practical and theory tests.
- Adapted to varied student groups and settings for responsive, successful course delivery.
- Ran mental health first aid training courses to improve staff responsiveness to wellbeing issues.
- Timed sessions accurately with space for questions and feedback to meet lesson schedule requirements.
- Encouraged interactive lessons to improve first-aid understanding and engagement.
- Maintained student interest with informative, engaging first-aid instruction.
- Completed course paperwork accurately for reliable attendance and performance information.
- Submitted course documentation promptly for up-to-date, reliable records.
- Provided adult and baby training mannequins for practical demonstrations and student use.
- Carried out professional assessments to determine student competence and capabilities ahead of certification.
- Used student feedback to adapt and improve courses for improved uptake.
- Kept student records stored in secure systems for confidentiality and privacy compliance.
- Remained knowledgeable in current first aid standards through regular training for reliable student support.
- Set up classrooms, equipment and resources ahead of classes for smooth lesson delivery.
- Trained and assessed junior instructors to maintain quality teaching services.
- Delivered training courses to cover essential elements of adult, child and baby first aid.
- Promoted additional courses to improve and deepen understanding of specialised first aid areas.
- Created clear, informative resources to support key first aid learnings.
- Answered student questions and queries with clear, helpful first-aid advice.
Mental Health Support Worker
St Nicholas Hospital
newcastle, tyne and wear England
11.2015 - 02.2016
- Monitored patients' conditions, taking pulse and weight.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families facing challenging situations.
- Supported clients experiencing substance abuse issues, offering access to additional resources and targeted programmes.
- Worked with practitioners and allied health professionals to provide practical support and follow-up to clients.
- Assisted clients to achieve personal and treatment-related goals.
- Performed crisis interventions during emergency cases.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design treatment plans.
- Maintained confidentiality of clients' information.
- Observed and evaluated patients to detect changes in behaviour or abnormalities.
- Helped clients make informed decisions and follow individual treatment plans.
- Inputted patient information and records on database to maintain accurate documentation.
- Assessed client mental health in detail to establish treatment options and develop treatment plans.
- Assisted service users to obtain and access community resources.
- Monitored client progress and adapted support programmes to meet changing needs.
- Counselled clients through difficult times using approved and compassionate strategies.
- Recruited clients for programmes based on their needs.
- Liaised with external and internal professionals to provide holistic support.
- Helped service users to gain ability to function independently in society.
- Reported on clients' progress to evaluate service impact.
- Listened to clients' current struggles to signpost relevant support.
- Highlighted additional support provisions to maximise clients' growth opportunities.
- Developed tailored action plans whilst prioritising pressing concerns.
- Adapted support where possible to increase service accessibility.
- Recommended clients for specific treatment programmes to aid timely recovery.
- Collaborated with external support providers to maintain good care continuity.
- Identified key client needs to develop targeted support programmes.
- Established and maintained working relationships with clients based on trust and non-judgement.
Health care assistant
Primary Care Recruitment Agency, UK
Newcastle upon tyne, Tyne and Wear
02.2015 - 11.2015
- Vigilantly monitored changes in physical and mental health, reporting deterioration to senior carers for urgent attention.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for care users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
- Thoroughly sterilised and sanitised clinical and mobility equipment.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Empowered vulnerable individuals to retain maximum independence through targeted care.
- Delivered high-quality, dedicated care to clients with disability, consistently achieving individual care plan objectives.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Built patient confidence through physical exercise, promoting positive lifestyle changes and improved wellbeing.
- Improved service users' daily lives through compassionate conversation, empathetic care and community socialisation.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
RN staff nurse
Grace Touch Hospital
Umuahia, Abia State Nigeria
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 8-12 patients per shift.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Project management & Business Analysis
Tritelt Consulting
Leeds, UK 11.2023 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Sunderland
Sunderland, UK 01.2015 - 01.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
School of Nursing Amachara
Abia, Nigeria 09.2012 - 09.2015
Skills
- Emergency response
- Scheduling proficiency
- Anaesthesia recovery
- Putting patients to sleep
- Pain management
- Acute care expertise
- Compliance reporting expert
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- Administering medication
- Healthcare management
- End-Of-Life Care
- Patient education
- Medication Administration
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
NVQ Level 4 - Project management & Business Analysis
Tritelt Consulting
11.2023 -
Anaesthetic theatre practitioner
Beaumont Hospital
08.2023 - Current
RN staff nurse
Beaumont Hospital
09.2019 - Current
Senior staff nurse
Mount pleasant Lodge Nursing Home
03.2017 - 10.2019
First Aid CPR instructor
Abia State Passenger Integrated Manifest Scheme, A
03.2016 - 06.2016
Mental Health Support Worker
St Nicholas Hospital
11.2015 - 02.2016
Health care assistant
Primary Care Recruitment Agency, UK
02.2015 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Sunderland
01.2015 - 01.2016
RN staff nurse
Grace Touch Hospital
05.2013 - 01.2015
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
School of Nursing Amachara
09.2012 - 09.2015
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