Nada Hussain Darwish
Madinah Al Munawwarah
Summary
Registered nurse with strong experience in delivering quality care to patients. Professional with more than eight years of practice in emergency room care, triage and post-surgical recovery. Strong knowledge of medicine, pharmacology and standards of care in the hospital or private practice setting. Caring and reliable person with a reputation for building a great rapport between medical providers and patients. Committed to making patients more informed and comfortable during their care. Diligent nursing professional brings strong foundation of medical knowledge and patient care expertise, honed over 3 years of industry experience. Trained in administrative and clinical treatment and patient care with extensive knowledge of Medical and Surgical Ward.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Supervisor
Madina National Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations where patients are in life-threatening conditions by following the correct procedure and maintaining a calm and effective demeanor.
- Assisted with caring for specific patients by utilizing excellent clinical skills and judgment.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Coordinated special clinics and planned for normal variations in service demand.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
Head Nurse
Madina National Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Madina National Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2021
- Followed a treatment plan and medication schedule ordered by the doctor and assessed patient pain levels during the hospital stay.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Patient Educator
Madina National Hospital
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic diseases.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to provide comprehensive health education services.
- Developed and implemented health education strategies to reach target audiences.
- Assessed success of health education programs through surveys and data collection.
- Monitored and evaluated health education programs to verify quality and efficacy.
- Continually improved knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
Staff Nurse, Surgery
Madina National Hospital
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate Diploma - Nursing
Al Rayan Academy
Madinah, Saudi Arabia06.2011
Skills
- Charting and documentation
- Case Management
- Documentation
- Teamwork and conflict resolution
- Resource Allocation
- Process Evaluation
- Patient Care Planning
- Supply Management
- Staff Training
- Disaster Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care
Relevant Skills
- Dedicated patient advocate, which has me putting the needs and care of the patient above everything else.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, since much of this job requires speaking to patients kindly and discussing care with other medical staff.
- Expert multitasker and highly organized, which makes it easier for me to manage several patients on my caseload at once.
- Respected team player throughout my career, equipping me with the right mindset to want to offer anything I can to help improve patient outcomes.
- Excellent sense of integrity and honesty when dealing with sensitive subjects and situations related to patients.
Certification
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties - Nurse Technician Valid
- Basic Life Support Course
- Advance Cardiac Life Support Course
- IELTS Certicate
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Hobbies and Interests
Reading books, being updated with the current trends, trying to expand my knowledge by watching documentaries and new programs.
Timeline
Nurse Supervisor
Madina National Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Head Nurse
Madina National Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Madina National Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2021
Patient Educator
Madina National Hospital
06.2013 - 05.2016
Staff Nurse, Surgery
Madina National Hospital
12.2011 - 05.2013
Associate Diploma - Nursing
Al Rayan Academy
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