Nelson Nesochi Okolodile
Nurse/Caregiver
Ottawa, Ontario, K1T 4C9.
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SKILLS
● Attention to Detail
● Effective Communication ● Empathy and Compassion ● Time Management
● Teamwork and Collaboration ● Cultural Competence
EXPERIENCE
● Clinical Competence ● Critical Thinking
● Problem-Solving
● Technological Proficiency
ST.JUDE HOSPITAL SAINT LUCIA•
REGISTERED NURSE.
Dec 2023-TILL DATE
Observe and record patient behavior• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests• Collect patient health history• Counsel and educate patients and their families on treatment plans• Administer medication, change wound dressings and care for other treatment options• Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate• Consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients. Direct and supervise nurses, nurse assistants, and nurse aides•
LIBERTY NURSING, MARISULE CASTRIES. SAINT LUCIA
CAREGIVER
DEC 2022 - JUNE 2023
● Assisted with mobility and transfers, ensuring client safety and preventing falls or injuries.
● Monitored vital signs and reported any changes or concerns to the healthcare team.
● Assisted with light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and grocery shopping.
● Provided companionship and emotional support to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
● Provided compassionate and personalized care to elderly clients in their homes.
● Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding.
● Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and monitored clients' medication needs.
● Provided compassionate and personalized care to elderly clients in their homes.
SIGMA CARE AGENCY, SAINT LUCIA
SENIOR CAREGIVER
JUN 2021 - AUG 2022.
● Managed the blood glucose levels of diabetic patients by administering prescribed medications and insulin where necessary and optimizing meal
plans to accommodate their dietary needs while controlling their carbohydrate
and sugar levels.
● Assisted diabetic and Alzheimer’s patients with their daily personal care such as grooming, toileting, bathing, and meals, while taking into consideration
each patient’s preferences and unique needs and maintaining a calm and
reassuring attitude.
● Managed challenging behaviors with patience and empathy using a
combination of simple language, non-verbal cues, and redirection where
necessary.
● Ensured a safe space for patients by implementing safety measures such as
eliminating potential hazards.
● Ensured the health team was operating with up-to-date information by
maintaining detailed accurate records of patient’s conditions and care
provided and reporting issues to arise to the appropriate healthcare
professionals.
MILLENIUM HEIGHTS MEDICAL COMPLEX, SAINT LUCIA
NURSING INTERNSHIP
JAN 2019 - DEC 2022.
● Demonstrated empathy and compassion towards patients and their families,
ensuring their comfort and emotional well-being.
● Fostered a positive and supportive work environment through effective
collaboration with the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care and
support for patients by providing direct patient care and support,
implementing care plans under supervision to ensure patients' comfort,
well-being, and adherence to treatment protocols. This included assisting with
activities of daily living (ADLs), medication administration, monitoring vital
signs, and maintaining a clean and safe patient environment.
● Responded promptly to patient calls and assistance as needed.
● Adhered to infection control protocols and maintained a safe and sanitary
environment.
● Collaborated effectively with the healthcare team, Assisted in transferring and positioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers and maintain their mobility.
EDUCATION
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, GROS ISLET SAINT LUCIA - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING
SEPTEMBER 2018 - APRIL 2022
AFFILIATIONS
St John Ambulance Saint Lucia