I have been working in an acute surgical ward covering multiple specialties, including urology, gynecology, plastics, bariatrics, orthopedics, spinal, ears, nose and throat, pediatrics, and general surgery. My clinical duties and key responsibilities include as follows:
- Competent in PIVC insertion and administering intravenous fluids, administering medications via various routes, and monitoring responses.
- Competent in IDC insertion for males or females and monitoring fluid balance. Proper knowledge of bladder irrigation.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques. Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Identifying any signs of deterioration of patients' condition and escalating patient care when required.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Provided skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create a safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Responsible for coordinating care, in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals and allied health teams