Joy Igba
Monash,ACT
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Canberra Health Services
02.2024 - Current
- Advocated for older adult patients, ensuring they received appropriate resources and services to maintain their well-being.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular assessments and promptly addressing any signs of decline or potential complications.
- Promoted family involvement in the care process, providing education on geriatric conditions and assisting with caregiver support resources.
- Assessed fall risks among the elderly population, implementing targeted prevention strategies to reduce injury occurrences.
- Maintained a high standard of infection control practices, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections among vulnerable geriatric patients.
- Prevented complications in geriatric patients with complex medical histories by closely monitoring vital signs and lab results, initiating timely interventions when needed.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
Disability Support Worker
Care1 Disability Services
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Assistant in Nursing
Goodwin Aged Care
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT12.2023
Certificate III - Individual Support - Ageing
Quest Training Solutions
Canberra, ACT05.2021
Certificate III - Early Childhood And Education
Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT12.2018
Senior Secondary Certificate -
Dickson College
Dickson, ACT12.2017
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Critical thinking skills
- Documentation and Charting
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Wound Care
- Personal care needs
- Direct Patient Care
Additional Information
Kezia Hammod
Canberra Health Service: Registered Nurse
Phone number: 0411781918
Email: kezia.hammod@yahoo.com
Doris Ikea
Canberra Health Services: Registered Nurse
Phone number:
Email:
Divine Clement
Agency Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Phone number: 0410769179
Email: digalaxy.divine@icloud.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Canberra Health Services
02.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Care1 Disability Services
10.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant in Nursing
Goodwin Aged Care
01.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Canberra
Certificate III - Individual Support - Ageing
Quest Training Solutions
Certificate III - Early Childhood And Education
Canberra Institute of Tech
Senior Secondary Certificate -
Dickson College
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