Rosemary Osita-Nwankwo
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse specializing in gynecology and surgical care at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital NHS Trust, recognized for exceptional clinical expertise and effective communication skills. Proven track record in managing obstetric emergencies and emergency response, leading to improved patient outcomes. Strong capabilities in teamwork and time management enhance operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. Aspires to leverage extensive nursing experience to further advance patient care standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Gloucestershire Royal hospital NHS Trust
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Worked in Gynaecology unit as a gynaecology nurse
- Involved in assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of cares given to patients in my area of deployment
- Also, providing highly standardised quality care to individual women assessing obstetric or gynaecology nursing services depending on their problems or procedures planned or case scenario
- Managing or prioritising my caseload within the clinical area and job description plan
- Involved in medication management, storage and administration according to the trust policy
- By acting as my patients advocates by prompt referral to other multidisciplinary team according to need, promoting respect, fairness, equality and protection of their rights, privacy and dignity while accessing their services
- Worked within the emergency Gynaecology assessment unit, treating early pregnancy miscarriages, S.hyperemesis gravidarum, organizing routine diagnostic tests for Drs review e.g
- Blood test, swabs, Ultrasounds etc
Medical & Surgical Nurse
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital NHS Trust
09.2019 - 08.2022
- I worked in surgical and medical ward as a nurse in the above trust and my roles are ;
- General nursing care of pre & post-operative patients depending on their case scenario and procedure done as per care plan
- These includes Elective, planned or emergency cases
- Involved in Admissions and discharges, promoting favourable environment for patients and their families
- Prompt pain management or control, control of bleeding, nausea & vomiting as well as other post-operative symptoms due to anaesthesia
- Intravenous fluids, medications and feeds
- Blood transfusions, antibiotics(both oral and injections)
- Wound assessment, drainage sites, tubes and management including dressing as per care plan
- Promoting good health through education, effective communication and prevention of wound infections e.g
- Hand hygiene, using Aseptic technique & proper equipment sterilisation during wound management
- Close observation at critical times using Vital signs, prompt escalation & documentations etc
Registered Nurse/Midwife
Goulburn Base Hospital, NSW
10.2010 - 09.2019
- As registered Nurse /midwife in Goulburn Base Hospital, NSW
- My Role includes; Assessment and admission of pre antenatal, antenatal pregnant women
- Supporting during labour, intrapartum and postnatal care
- Home visiting, Health and nutrition education during antenatal, intrapartum and postpartum periods based on individual care needs such as Breastfeeding, Mothercrafting, caring of their babies including bathing, nappy changing, clothing, babies observation and monitoring when discharged from hospital
- Postnatal checks of mothers and babies examination
- Immunisation, sexual health and contraception options and providing the services depending on their consent and choice
- Post-operative care of patients, Medication management of all routes and as per prescription
- Encouraging mobilisation and prevention of venous thrombosis, monitoring intake and outputs, Wound assessment and dressing
- Prevention of infection/sepsis
- Able to cannulate as well as venepuncture when needed
Registered Nurse (Surgical/Medical)
Swan Hill District Hospital Victoria
09.2008 - 10.2010
- Worked in Acute care medical & surgical ward as a registered Nurse
- My role includes: Coordinating complex care and treatment including post-op patients, acute care medical patients, intensive/critical care of patients
- Patient care planning, Implementation, evaluation of care need based on current evidence based practice, local policies, protocols & guidelines of the establishment
- Medication management and administration as per the six Rights of drug administration and proper documentations
- Wound care management, Infection control, Championing patient's rights e.g
- Rights to access healthcare, safety, Respect, effective communication, participation to treatment, right to privacy and confidentiality, right to voice your complaint etc
- I have also skill in Cardio pulmonary resuscitation, Electrocardiogram, cannulation/venepuncture when needed, referrals to Drs and other multidisciplinary teams
- Health Education & promotion, Infection prevention, control & treatment of sepsis
Registered Nurse (Surgical)
Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
08.2007 - 09.2008
- Worked in their Day surgery /emergency unit as general adult nursing
- My roles includes; Admissions & Discharges within a set goal
- Patients Assessment, identification of problems, observations and alleviation of pain and sufferings
- Promotion of excellent care through effective communication, handover and proper documentation of patient's care
- Nursing with Care, compassion, courage, committed to providing excellent, standardised care based on current evidence based practice and ensuring competence in my knowledge, skills and updates with my registration as a nurse
- Pain management and administration of prescribed medications including intravenous fluids, injects, antibiotics etc
- Monitoring patient's vital signs, Check wounds and prevent bleeding, infection etc
- Preparing patients for surgery and post-operative care as per post-op care advise
- Ensuring patient's comfort and safety
- Working collaboratively with other Multidisciplinary team
- Advising, Supporting patients in care
Education
Graduate Diploma - Child & Family Health Nursing
Charles Darwin university
Darwin, Australia01.2017
Graduate Certificate - Authorized Nurse Immuniser certificate
Royal College Of Nursing
Australia01.2014
Diploma - Drug & Alcohol and Co-Morbidity Management
TAFE NSW
Australia01.2012
Graduate Certificate - Return to practice certificate
Ballarat Teaching Hospital
01.2010
Graduate Diploma - Postgraduate Diploma In Midwifery
School of Midwifery, Abia state University Teaching Hospital
Aba, Abia State, Nigeria01.1997
Diploma - Diploma In Nursing
School of Nursing, Abia state Teaching Hospital
Aba, Abia State, Nigeria01.1995
Skills
- Intravenous cannulation and venepuncture
- Detail-Oriented Approach
- Clinical care
- Communication skills
- Emergency Response Training
- Logical Reasoning Skills
- Fetal surveillance monitoring
- Medication management
- Infant Resuscitation Techniques
- Newborn examination
- Newborn screening tests
- Clinical Observation
- Post-Surgical Monitoring
- Teamwork
- Time management skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Gynaecological Crisis Response
- Obstetric Emergencies
Certification
I have my own transport.
Availability
Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Monday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Tuesday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Wednesday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Thursday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Friday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Saturday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights Sunday: Mornings, Afternoons, Nights
References
- Gloria Ogbomo, Registered Nurse, Gloria.Ogbomo@nhs.net, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital NHS Trust, Gloucestershire, UK
- Sheeba Anthraper, Ward Manager, Sheeba.Anthraper@nhs.net, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital NHS Trust, Gloucestershire, UK
Languages
English
Professional
Afrikaans
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Gloucestershire Royal hospital NHS Trust
09.2022 - 06.2024
Medical & Surgical Nurse
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital NHS Trust
09.2019 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse/Midwife
Goulburn Base Hospital, NSW
10.2010 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse (Surgical/Medical)
Swan Hill District Hospital Victoria
09.2008 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse (Surgical)
Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
08.2007 - 09.2008
Graduate Diploma - Child & Family Health Nursing
Charles Darwin university
Graduate Certificate - Authorized Nurse Immuniser certificate
Royal College Of Nursing
Diploma - Drug & Alcohol and Co-Morbidity Management
TAFE NSW
Graduate Certificate - Return to practice certificate
Ballarat Teaching Hospital
Graduate Diploma - Postgraduate Diploma In Midwifery
School of Midwifery, Abia state University Teaching Hospital
Diploma - Diploma In Nursing
School of Nursing, Abia state Teaching Hospital