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Nurudeen Haruna
Tamale
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Summary
Experienced Nurse Manager with over 5 years in emergency care, specializing in patient triage, crisis management, and safety protocol implementation. Led multidisciplinary teams and supervised nursing staff while developing training programs to elevate clinical standards. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring compliance with emergency care protocols.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certificate
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager, Emergency Department
Tamale Teaching hospital
Tamale
2024.07 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff in fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Coordinated patient care activities among multidisciplinary teams.
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance patient and staff well-being.
- Supervise triage nurses and support staff. Organize in-service training, drills, and competency assessments on triage, vital signs, recognition of emergency conditions, and use of triage tools. Mentor new nurses and ensure continuous professional development
- Ensure triage area is adequately stocked with essential equipment: BP machines, thermometers, pulse oximeters, glucometers, oxygen, PPE, trauma supplies. Manage inventory, request replenishments, and ensure equipment is calibrated and functional
- Enforce IPC protocols in the triage area. Ensure screening for infectious diseases, proper isolation of suspected cases, hand hygiene, waste management, and use of PPE. Lead during outbreaks or mass casualty events.
- Act as the link between triage, resuscitation,admission zones, lab, and pharmacy.Communicate critical patient information to doctors and specialists promptly. Liaise with ambulance services and referrals from other facilities.
- Monitor patient flow from arrival to disposition. Set and enforce targets for time-to-triage and time-to-provider. Identify bottlenecks and implement strategies to reduce overcrowding and waiting times while maintaining safety.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies for efficient operations.
- Trained new nurses on emergency procedures and protocols.
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance understanding and satisfaction.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff development.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for nursing staff in the department.
- Facilitated communication between nurses, doctors, and other healthcare personnel working within the department.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Acted as resource for newly hired professionals, offering comprehensive information on patient care and hospital policies.
- Reviewed patient charts for completeness and accuracy prior to discharge from the Emergency Department.
- Oversaw daily operations of emergency department triage, ensuring effective staffing assignments and shift coverage.
- Monitored patient flow throughout the department, ensuring efficient utilization of resources.
- Attended weekly meetings with senior management regarding operational issues within the department.
- Created reports summarizing data collected from daily operations within the Emergency Department.
- Jumped in to perform individual or team functions when short-staffed or advanced nursing situations required.
- Coordinated with other departments within the hospital to ensure seamless transitions between units.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to nursing staff in the Emergency Department.
- Trained staff on proper use of medical equipment, such as ventilators and monitors.
- Implemented new policies and procedures related to patient care in the Emergency Department.
- Investigated incidents or complaints related to patient care in the department.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Managed discharge planning to facilitate smooth transitions for patients leaving the hospital. planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Senior Nursing Officer (A/E-Triage)
Tamale Teaching Hospital
Tamale
2023.08 - Current
- Performed rapid assessment of all patients on arrival using the South African Triage Scale. Assign priority levels and direct patients to appropriate care areas immediately.
- Identified life-threatening conditions early. Made independent clinical judgments to escalate critical cases to resuscitation without delay.
- Activated emergency protocols for trauma, cardiac arrest, obstetric emergencies, and mass casualty incidents. Coordinate team response at triage.
- Supervised junior nurses and support staff in triage. Provide coaching, spot checks, and ensure standard triage protocols are followed.
- Enforced screening for infectious diseases, isolation of suspected cases, hand hygiene, and proper use of PPE at triage to prevent cross-infection.
- Developed a mentorship program for training junior nurses on triaging
- Collaborated with Bed Management Unit to facilitate smooth patient movement and reduce congestion in A&E.
- Managed patient records and ensured compliance with hospital protocols.
- Coordinated with medical staff to streamline patient care processes.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments and managing patient flow efficiently.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Implemented new technologies to enhance workplace productivity levels.
- Ensured triage unit has functional equipment: BP apparatus, pulse oximeter, thermometer, glucometer, oxygen, emergency drugs, and PPE. Request supplies and report faults.
- Provided reassurance and health education to patients and relatives. Address complaints, maintain confidentiality, and uphold patient rights and dignity at triage.
Nursing Officer
Tamale Teaching Hospital
Tamale
2020.08 - 2023.08
- Provide first-line care for trauma, cardiac arrest, shock, respiratory distress, and other emergencies. Support CPR, airway management, and defibrillation.
- Administer emergency drugs, IV fluids, analgesics, and monitor patient response and side effects according to protocols.
- Monitor vital signs, ECG, oxygen saturation, and level of consciousness. Detect deterioration early and escalate to doctors.
- Managed wounds, suturing, splinting, IV cannulation, catheterization, and assisted with procedures chest tube insertion.
- Assessed patients on arrival, assign priority using triage tools, and identify life-threatening conditions immediately.
- Accurately recorded patient history, triage category, interventions, triage time , and handovers in A&E registers and patient files.
- Provided information, reassurance, and health education. Update relatives and maintain confidentiality and patient dignity.
Education
Masters of Philosophy Community Health And Development - Community Health
University For Development Studies
Tamale 2022.07 - 2025.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University For Development Studies
Tamale 2013.05 - 2017.07
Tamale Senior High School
TamaleSkills
- Emergency response management
- Patient triage
- Emergency protocols
- Clinical expertise
- Compliance monitoring
- Clinical decision-making
- Multidisciplinary care coordination
- Care delivery
- Staff supervision
- Nursing team oversight
- Staff leadership
- Staff assignments
- Task delegation
- Workload management
- Workload prioritization
- Time management
- Training development
- Nurse education
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Emergency response
- Conflict management
- Communication skills
- Staff motivation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR
- Unit management
- Unit management
Languages
Twi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hausa
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Dagbani
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- South African Triage Scale
- Essential stroke Life Support
Accomplishments
- Best nurse accident and emergency TTH,2026
- Deputy Clinical Coordinator ,Accident and Emergency (2025-2026)
- Nurse Incharge, Accident and Emergency,Triage(2024-Present)
Affiliations
BLS trainer for locals - Tamale
Volunteer health educator for community outreach programs
Mentor for student nurses in emergency clinical rotations
Fitness and wellness advocate
Timeline
Nurse Manager, Emergency Department
Tamale Teaching hospital
2024.07 - Current
Senior Nursing Officer (A/E-Triage)
Tamale Teaching Hospital
2023.08 - Current
Masters of Philosophy Community Health And Development - Community Health
University For Development Studies
2022.07 - 2025.07
Nursing Officer
Tamale Teaching Hospital
2020.08 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University For Development Studies
2013.05 - 2017.07
Tamale Senior High School
References
References available upon request.