CYNTHIA NDOME EKEMA

** ***** **** ********, *******, Cameroon +237-***-***-*** adyrf4@r.postjobfree.com Detailed nursing professional with proven background in comprehensive healthcare delivery. Leads high-performing team in advocating for patient wellness and providing top-quality care. Promotes safe and compliant care with stringent enforcement of safety and confidentiality protocols. School Nurse, 10/2020 – 02/2023

Angel Michael Bilingual College, SONEL – Yaounde

Treat and care for patients (mostly students and teaching staff) by monitoring vital signs, administering medication, and following up on their medical record Collaborate with physicians, case managers, families, and other staff members when developing a plan for care and treatment during their stay in the infirmary Work as a supervisor for the unit and floor, and help train new nursing students who are completing their internship duties.

Minimised risk of infection by maintaining medical instruments, using sterilisation and infection control techniques.

Maintained efficacy of medication by following special storage requirements. Performed health assessments of students, diagnosing conditions with 96% accuracy. Improved medical emergency response by delivering quarterly staff training in First Aid, asthma and epilepsy.

Enabled efficient response to minor accidents and injuries by maintaining well-stocked First Aid kits throughout school.

Promoted dignity, safety and independence for service users . Led team to implement ICPC measures and monitor clinical standards of infection control. Nursing Intern, 01/2020 – 08/2020

Baptist Hospital Mutengene – Buea

Assisting with admission of emergency cases and directing them to different locations of concern within the hospital

Recorded information about incoming patients as they recovered from illness in the hospital, such as, cardiac records, diet, physical activity, milestones, and more Followed a treatment plan and medication schedule ordered by the doctor, and assessed patient pain levels during their hospital stay

Led an initiative with the hospital to improve patient, family, and medical staff communication by conducting community workshops to facilitate suggestions especially during the COVID 19 Pandemic. Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care, increasing patient satisfaction. Monitored patient conditions, continuously assessing vitals to ensure ongoing quality care. Completed shifts alongside university-based learning. Built clinical knowledge and leadership skills to effectively diagnose patients. Gained understanding of health inequalities affecting disadvantaged and vulnerable people. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

WORK HISTORY

Worked with family and carers to understand and assess patients' health needs. Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results and registered data on computer system. Performed physical assessment by measuring blood pressure, pulse rate and oxygen level. Used stethoscope to examine heart and lungs and determine abnormalities. Care Worker (Homecare), 10/2018 – 04/2020

Saving Grace Care Home – Yaounde

Assisted clients in safe and appropriate use of mobility equipment Performed light household duties such as cleaning, laundry and bed making to maintain clean and comfortable living space.

Cared for and prevented pressure ulcers.

Prepared 3 nutritional meals daily and provided mealtime assistance according to clients' needs. Established trust by building meaningful rapport with service users and their families. Provided mobility support by encouraging exercise and movement in line with manager's advice. Assisted clients with mobility difficulties to get washed and dressed. Relieved clients from domestic pressures by performing care duties in line with their personal preferences. Improved patient satisfaction ratings by providing faultless personal care. Administered medication and kept comprehensive records. Assisted in daily personal care routines for improved patient wellbeing. Maintained wheelchairs, walking frames, and hearing aids. Closely monitored patient conditions, minimising need for additional medical attention. Nursing Intern, 01/2016 – 01/2017

Ikata District Hospital Muyuka

Worked on call to help with patient care during busy times Collaborating with 5 other nurses to maintain a calm and caring environment Assisted hospital staff with patient care plans.

Carried out patient assessments with minimal supervision. Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs and bandages. Bathed, changed and fed patients with ailments and disabilities. Cleaned and treated patient wounds with guidance from head nurse. Established immediate and long-term care goals, working with interdisciplinary teams to implement. Nursing Intern, 09/2014 – 10/2015

Regional Hospital Limbe

Key responsibility

Getting acquainted with the Hospital milieu and how to establish good Nurse-Patient relationship Working within the gynaecology department, precisely with the delivery and neonatal care unit Assisting with delivery alongside the midwives.

Completed shifts alongside university-based learning. Built clinical knowledge and leadership skills to effectively diagnose patients. Built positive rapport with patients from various backgrounds. Proactively applied safeguarding principles to maximise patient safety. Monitored patient conditions, continuously assessing vitals to ensure ongoing quality care. Health assessment

Critical thinking

Patient condition assessment

Labor status assessment

Delivery and neonatal care

Problem solving

Strong clinical judgement

Excellent communication skills

Team work

Clinical care

Medication administration

Care programme planning

Clinical caseload management

First Aid training

Critical Thinking

Sterilisation techniques

Health assessment and screenings

Individualised care plans

Allergy relief techniques

Wound care

Health screening

Holistic care

Patient observations

Palliative care

Discharge support

Compassionate bedside manner

Patient assessment

Accident log maintenance

Service signposting

Disability support

Patient safeguarding

Conflict management

Diploma: Nursing, 09/2013 – 12/2014

Training School for Health Personnel, Limbe - Limbe/ Cameroon - Honors A-Levels: Science, 09/2010 – 08/2012

Collège Polyvalent La Mutuelle Communautaire De Dé - Mutuelle Communautaire, Développement, Yaoundé

O-Levels, 09/2005 – 08/2010

Our lady of Mount Carmel College - Buea, Cameroon

Hobbies and Interests, During my off days, I enjoy cooking and baking. I have entered several amateur baking contests that focus on making exotic cakes or cupcakes. I bake cakes and treats for my friends or family or special occasions.

English

Proficient (C2)

French

Advanced

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