Deborah Bridgford

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Supervision and guidance of a novice workforce through provision of appropriate resources
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

• Provided mentorship to student nurses completing their clinical rotations in the PICU setting by sharing clinical knowledge, demonstrating effective nursing skills, and modeling professional behavior.
• Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
• Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
• Optimized ventilator settings and monitored respiratory status closely for mechanically ventilated patients, adjusting parameters as needed based on clinical assessments and medical orders.
• Advanced clinical assessment skills in paediatrics
• Knowledge and experiencing caring for specialised health needs of paediatrics
• Incorporating a family based and individual based approach into the care of paediatrics

• Advanced life support skills in Adults and Paediatrics
• Worked as a clinical nurse specialist in Adult and Paediatric intensive care
• Analytical critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Proven ability to work proactively in a multidisciplinary team by working collaboratively
• Management of specialized equipment specific to the critical care area , Including set up and troubleshooting
• Administered medication accurately, monitoring patient responses and adjusting dosages as needed under medical guidance.
• Effective communication between staff members with the use of Isobar for clinical handover
• Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices
• Mentored new nurses in the ICU setting, providing guidance on clinical skills and techniques for effective patient care management.

Caring for specialised health needs of neonates in a tertiary Neonatal Unit

Provision of a high standard of care to neonates in Nicu as well as special care nursery

Ensuring the family are encorporated into the care of the neonates as being an integral part of their development

Setting up and managing specialised equipment pertaining to the neonate in Nicu and special care nursery .

• Worked in the area of Anaesthetics and PACU
• Developed skills in caring for the patient in the preoperative, intraoperative , post operative phases of their their experience
• Able to adapt effectively in critical situations and use critical thinking skills and address health care needs of patients
• Utilise leadership skills in PACU and coordinate the flow of admissions and discharges to ensure theatres schedules were maintained
• Promoted professional development among nursing staff via regular mentoring sessions and educational opportunities.
• Managed critical incidents effectively to ensure the safety of patients and staff members
• Ensured
• Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by maintaining accurate documentation and conducting thorough audits.
• Reduced medication errors with strict adherence to protocols, ongoing training, and close monitoring of staff performance.
• Provided support during organizational transitions or changes in leadership by maintaining open lines of communication with staff and addressing concerns promptly.
• Optimized staffing levels on the unit to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios while minimizing overtime expenses.
• Streamlined unit operations for increased efficiency through effective resource allocation, scheduling, and workload management.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels, education, and support services.
• Continuously updated clinical knowledge through ongoing education, attending conferences and seminars, and staying current with industry trends.
• Contributed to the improvement of hospital-wide quality metrics by participating actively in quality assurance initiatives.
• Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by fostering a compassionate and supportive nursing environment.
• Served as a positive role model for junior nursesby demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, professionalism, and ethical behavior at all times.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.