Amanda Jones-Ayer
Jeddah
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nurse with over six years of diverse healthcare experience, committed to continuous learning and professional growth. Strong advocate for knowledge sharing, fostering an environment where skills and insights benefit those in need. Recognized for an approachable demeanor and readiness to listen, effectively engaging with individuals from various cultural backgrounds. Demonstrates a positive attitude and strong work ethic, thriving in collaborative settings while maintaining focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Specialist
King Fahad Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Developed patient care plans to enhance treatment outcomes and improve overall patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize clinical protocols and enhance nursing standards.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on complex cases and promoting professional development.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians, ensuring clear communication regarding patient needs and treatment plans for optimal outcomes.
- Delivered informative presentations to nursing staff on relevant topics, keeping colleagues informed of the latest developments within the profession.
- Streamlined workflow for the nursing team by optimizing scheduling and delegation of tasks.
- Supported families during critical illness, providing emotional support and resources to help them navigate difficult decisions.
- Expedited patient recovery times by effectively managing pain and administering appropriate medications as prescribed.
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Consulted with attorneys on malpractice, personal injury and workers compensation claims.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with comprehensive assessments, timely interventions, and effective communication.
- Assisted with departmental audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic health records systems.
- Served as a clinical resource for colleagues, offering guidance on complex cases or challenging situations requiring advanced expertise.
- Influenced positive change in nursing practice by staying current on industry trends, research findings, and advancements in technology.
- Contributed to departmental quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based best practices.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, consistently adhering to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards promptly.
- Participated in policy development processes within the healthcare organization, influencing changes that improved the overall efficiency of operations.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing specialized nursing care plans.
Nurse
ST. PATRICK’S HOSPITAL
07.2016 - 06.2024
- Provide leadership for the nursing team in the ward/unit
- Organize and manage nursing care in the ward/unit, ensuring that patients are treated with respect and dignity at all times
- Promote practice that is sensitive to the needs of patients/clients from multi-cultural backgrounds
- Ensure maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment for patient care within the ward/unit.
- Participate in the ward rounds.
- Ensure proper documentation on nursing care activities in the ward/unit.
- Ensure that the planning, delivery and evaluation of care programmes address the changing needs of patients in the ward/unit.
- Promote the right of both patients and nurses in the ward/unit.
- Protect all confidential information concerning patients obtained in the course of professional practice and make disclosures only with the patient consent or when disclosure can be appropriately justified.
- Ensure that planned nursing care is delivered safely and effectively taking into account the views of the patient and their relatives.
- Ensure that plans of care for patients are written and updated and that all observations, documentation and communication are accurate ensuring that appropriate care is given accordingly
- Assess the care needs of patients, develop and implement plans of nursing care accordingly. These include: The provision of rest and comfort, Patient observation and reporting, Ensuring adequate nutrition and elimination, Administering prescribed medication and reporting on patient’s response, Ongoing education of patient and relatives on disease condition and providing the needed psychological support, Helping patient to adapt to their new environment
- Formulate, initiate, and revise patient care as condition warrants.
- Participate in the ward rounds
- Allocate task based on skill of staff
- Supervise staff and students in the ward/unit.
- Perform delegated assignment by the ward/unit manager.
- Worked as a nurse at ST. Patrick’s Hospital for Six years.
Education
BSC - NURSING (GENERAL)
GARDEN CITY UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
01.2022
CERTIFICATE - GENERAL NURSING
KUMASI NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING SCHOOL (KATH)
01.2012
No Degree - Basic Life Support
King Fahad General Hospital
Jeddah10-2024
No Degree - Basic Infection Control
King Fahad General Hospital
Jeddah12-2024
Skills
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Engages in effective problem-solving dialogue
- Empathetic communication
- Team collaboration skills
- Versatile teamwork
- Value diverse perspectives
- Performance optimization
- Set clearly define standards and communicate across the team
- Task prioritization ability
- Critical analysis skills
- Root cause identification and solution development
- Comprehensive viewpoint evaluation
References
- Josephine, Kwasie, Ward In-Charge, +233 242871502, St. Patrick’s Hospital, P.O. Box 17, Maase-Offinso
- Pearl, Bema-Poku, Nursing Administrator, nanayaanicu@gmail.com, +233 504530025, +233 274884546, St. Patrick’s Hospital, P.O. Box 17, Maase-Offinso
Career Enhancement Programmes, Workshops and In-Service Training:
- Stigmatization of HIV patients, 1 day, 2020-05-05
- Covid 19 and its management, 1 day, 2020-06-03
- Patient Safety / Quality Assurance / Customer Care, 2 days, 2018-11-12 to 2018-11-13
- Blood Transfusion and issues around it, 1 day, 2022-08-07
- Wound Care / Hypertension / Diabetes Mellitus / Signs and Symptoms of an ill Child, Ebola Protection and Prevention, 1 day, 2021-05-21
- Infection Prevention at ward level, 1 day, 2016-11-02
- Medico-Legal issues in Nursing, 2 days, 2021-08-09
- Documentation and Report writing, 1 day, 2021-01-28
Timeline
Nurse Specialist
King Fahad Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Nurse
ST. PATRICK’S HOSPITAL
07.2016 - 06.2024
CERTIFICATE - GENERAL NURSING
KUMASI NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING SCHOOL (KATH)
BSC - NURSING (GENERAL)
GARDEN CITY UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
No Degree - Basic Life Support
King Fahad General Hospital
No Degree - Basic Infection Control
King Fahad General Hospital