Ernestine Uwineza, RN, BSN

• Assisted with special events and programs.
• Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
• Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

(Palliative Care)

• Maintained current knowledge on best practices in palliative nursing through regular continuing education opportunities.
• Administered medications safely while monitoring side effects closely, resulting in effective symptom management without unnecessary complications.
• Documented detailed patient records accurately and timely, ensuring continuity of care across all members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
• Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

(Geriatrics and Nursing Long Term care)

• Vital Signs & Medication Checks (0.5-1 hour/day): Taking temperatures, pulse, oxygen levels, and administering medications as prescribed by the doctor
• Documentation (0.5-1 hour/day): Recording observations, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record
• Hygiene & Basic Needs Assistance (0.5-1 hour/day): Helping patients with bathing, dressing, and eating depending on their level of independence
• Team Handovers (0.25-0.5 hour/day): Providing updates and collaborating with nurses on patient care plans during shift changes
• Safety Monitoring (1-2 hours/day): Watching for potential risks like self-harm or suicidal ideation and ensuring a safe environment for patients
• Assisting with the administration of medications and monitoring for side effects under supervision

psychiatric Nurse (psychiatric Unit)

• Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
• Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.

Midwife Nurse ( gynecology and obstetrics-gynecology nursing Unit)

• Facilitated support groups for new mothers, addressing topics such as infant care basics and postpartum mental health adjustments.
• Safeguarded maternal and neonatal wellbeing during labor by closely monitoring vital signs and progress of both mother and baby.
• Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring and assessing fetal development throughout pregnancy.

(Anesthesiology and nursing in danger to life Unit)

• Collaborated with surgical team members to optimize patient care and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room.
• Assisted anesthesiologists in the preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical procedures, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

Clinical placements

Surgical Intensive care unit

• Provided timely, accurate documentation of all patient interactions, nursing interventions, and changes in clinical status to facilitate seamless continuity of care.
• Administered medication accurately, monitoring patient responses and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
• Maintained a high standard of infection control within the ICU, adhering to strict hygiene practices and protocols at all times.
• Served as a strong advocate for ICU patients and their families by addressing concerns, answering questions, and acting as an effective liaison between the medical team and loved ones.
• Facilitated timely wound care management, preventing complications such as infection or delayed healing.

Pediatric Unit

• Monitored vital signs closely during procedures or treatments, intervening swiftly when necessary to maintain patient stability.
• Provided emotional support for pediatric patients and their families during challenging medical situations, promoting trust and rapport building.