Federal Medical Centre
|Nursing Officer (Medical & Surgical Unit)
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Summary
Provided specialized medical and surgical nursing care, managing complex conditions and ensuring patient recovery in a high-volume unit.
Highlights
Delivered comprehensive care for patients with burns, complex wounds, diabetes (DFU, DKA/HHS), and hypertensive crises, improving patient recovery rates.
Managed post-operative care for diverse surgical cases including appendectomies and mastectomies, ensuring optimal recovery and complication prevention.
Administered medications (IV, IM, subcutaneous, rectal) and performed IV cannulation and fluid preparation, maintaining high standards of patient safety.
Utilized essential medical equipment including sphygmomanometers, pulse oximeters, and EMR systems for accurate patient monitoring and documentation.
Conducted HIV/TB screening, counseling, and treatment, contributing to public health initiatives and patient education.