Tigist Geremew Bekele
Expert Emergency Nurse
Addis Ababa
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
31
31
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Emergency nurse expert
Addis Ababa Burn Emergency and Trauma hospital
8 2019 - Current
- Closely monitored critical patients requiring continuous observation or frequent intervention due to unstable conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, interventions, responses, and dispositions using electronic health records systems.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns and addressing their questions regarding treatment options.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in emergency department quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential growth and implementing strategies for enhanced patient care.
- Performed thorough physical assessments on each patient upon arrival to the emergency department, identifying urgent medical concerns and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Data collector on Ethiopian ICU Registry
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
2021.11 - Current
- Collecting daily progress of patients data and sending online reporting system
ICU Nurse Director (Head of ICU)
AaBET (Addis Ababa Burn, Emergency and Trauma Hospital)
2020.02 - Current
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of unit-wide initiatives to improve overall hospital performance.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of ICU care and best practices.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new nurses, ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
- Successfully managed high-stress situations during emergency cases and mass casualty incidents, providing critical leadership and decision-making skills.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop personalized care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Served as a liaison between the ICU department and hospital administration to address staffing concerns, policy changes, and budgetary issues effectively.
Burn unit coordinator
Aabet Hospital
2014.12 - 2016.10
- Prioritized safe care for Burn patients, staff and visitors.
- Maintained a clean and organized Burn unit environment, adhering to infection control protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Supported nursing staff in providing high-quality care by assisting with vital sign monitoring, wound dressing changes, and other essential tasks as needed.
- Coordinated the unit to give best care for Burn patients requiring off-site diagnostic testing or specialty consultations.
- Monitored office supply inventory, analyzing usage patterns and requisitioning supplies and equipment as well as maintenance repair services.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by preparing detailed nursing reports and ensuring complete handover of responsibilities.
- Input complete and accurate patient record and identity of physician of record on computer and patient chart to facilitate appropriate routing of patient information to correct physician.
Education
Master of Science - Emergency Medicine And Critical Care Nursing
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 2001.04 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jimma University
Jimma, Ethiopia 2001.04 - 2014.05
Skills
Proficient Microsoft packages
Airway Management
Compassionate Care
Trauma Nursing
Medical team collaboration
Clinical judgment
Emergency medical treatment
Ethical Practice
EKG Interpretation
Medication Administration
Patient Assessments
Personal Information
Nationality: Ethiopian
Languages
Amharic, Oromifa
Native language
Proficient Listening, Spoken, Reading & Written: English, Amharic, and Oromifa
Beginner
A1
English
Advanced
C1
References
- Prof. Ayalew Zewede, ayalew.zewdie@gmail.com, +251960367958
- Dr.Tesfaye, +251900672568
- Jalene Aga, jaleneaga01@gmail.com, +251911482093
Training
- Certification of completion of Covid19 ICU management
- Certification of completion of TOT in NIEM (National Integrated Emergency Medicine
- Certificate of completion of Essential Nutrition Action – Behaviour Change communication (ENA – BCC)
- Certificate of completion of Training of Case Management on IMNCI/ Paediatric HIV/AIDS care and support
- Certificate of participation on National Comprehensive HIV/- care/ART
Software
All Microsoft Packages
Timeline
Data collector on Ethiopian ICU Registry
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
2021.11 - Current
ICU Nurse Director (Head of ICU)
AaBET (Addis Ababa Burn, Emergency and Trauma Hospital)
2020.02 - Current
Burn unit coordinator
Aabet Hospital
2014.12 - 2016.10
Master of Science - Emergency Medicine And Critical Care Nursing
Addis Ababa University
2001.04 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jimma University
2001.04 - 2014.05
Emergency nurse expert
Addis Ababa Burn Emergency and Trauma hospital
8 2019 - Current
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