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Donesha Brown-Seymour

Nassau

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 9 years of diverse experience in direct patient care in the hospital and clinical setting. Honest and reliable individual that is geared towards providing quality care to all patients. Offering expertise with 2 years experience in hospital on the surgical ward and management of covid patients. Passionate and willing to go above and beyond to ensure safety and the best care for individuals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

School Health Nurse

The Bahamas Ministry Of Health
08.2023 - Current
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.

Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.

  • Identify children at risk for sucide and refer to appropriate agent.

District Nurse

The Bahamas ( Ministry Of Health)
08.2017 - 07.2021
  • Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
  • Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
  • Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.

Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.

  • Performed wound care and daily dressing with the use of aseptic techniques.
  • Insertions and removals of female urinary catheters.
  • Insertions and removals of nasogastric tubes.

Surgical Registered Nurse

Princess Margaret Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assist with transfer and give a verbal report to Theatre Nurse.
  • Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to 3-4 surgical patients per day.
  • Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
  • Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
  • Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
  • Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
  • Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Clinic Registered Nurse

The Bahamas (Ministry Of Health)
12.2014 - 03.2017
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
  • Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.

Administered immunization to children.


  • Administered various family planning interventions.
  • Assisted in Antenatal and Postnatal clinic settings.

Education

Bachelors In Nursing - Nursing

University of The Bahamas Previously C.O.B
Oaks Field
12.2014

High School Diploma -

Galilee
Joe Farrington Road
06.2006

Skills

  • Infection control measures
  • Parental engagement
  • Behavioral intervention
  • CPR and BLS
  • Wound care
  • Foley’s Catheter Care
  • Nasogastric tube care

Accomplishments

    Nurses Recognition Award

Timeline

School Health Nurse

The Bahamas Ministry Of Health
08.2023 - Current

Surgical Registered Nurse

Princess Margaret Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2023

District Nurse

The Bahamas ( Ministry Of Health)
08.2017 - 07.2021

Clinic Registered Nurse

The Bahamas (Ministry Of Health)
12.2014 - 03.2017

Bachelors In Nursing - Nursing

University of The Bahamas Previously C.O.B

High School Diploma -

Galilee
Donesha Brown-Seymour