Norah Bakheet Aljohani
Senior Specialist Nurse
Jeddah
Summary
A compassionate and dedicated registered nurse with over 15 years of experience as a Senior Specialist Nurse. Committed to patient-centered care, ensuring fair and equitable treatment regardless of ethnicity, race, or religion. Skilled in leadership, data management, and patient care planning, with a proven track record of excellence in nursing practice and education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Specialist Nurse
Coronary Care Unit
01.2012 - Current
- Coordinator of Adult Cardiac Surgery, responsible for seamless patient management and multidisciplinary collaboration
Cardiac Surgery Nurse Coordinator
King Abdulaziz University Hospital
01.2010 - Current
- Conducted ongoing assessment of patients'' physical, emotional, social needs prior to surgery for better preparation.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning and improved clinical outcomes.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing effective post-operative care plans.
- Provided comprehensive pre-surgical assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Contributed to decreased patient readmissions through thorough discharge education and follow-up support.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing errors or complications during surgery.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care during their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with surgeons to ensure optimal patient outcomes during complex surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers during surgeries, ensuring safe administration of medications and monitoring patients'' vital signs throughout procedures.
- Facilitated timely communication between patients'' families and healthcare team members regarding progress updates and relevant information.
- Ensured proper documentation of all aspects of patient care, facilitating seamless handoffs between shifts and departments.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Provided critical care to pediatric patients, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of clinical practice
Education
Master’s Degree - Medical-Surgical Nursing
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Compulsory Internship Year - undefined
King Abdul-Aziz University Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Skills
- Leadership and Team Management
- Data Analysis and Patient Care Planning
- Clinical Teaching and Mentorship
- Strong Communication and Advocacy Skills
- Research Skills and Academic Contributions
Case management
Certification
Basic Life Support, 2024 - 2026
Research publications
- Successful Repair of Unusual Complex of Aortic Atresia with Interrupted Aortic Arch: A Case Report
- Carboxymethylcellulose Encapsulated Fingolimod, siRNA@ZnO Hybrid Nanocomposite as a New Anti-Alzheimer’s Material
- Neonatal Congenital Heart Surgery Contemporary Outcomes and Risk Profile
- Nursing Evaluation of Risk Factors Associated with Surgical Site Infection Among Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patients at King Abdul-Aziz University Hospital
Awards
- Best Nurse Award, 2023
- Excellence Award, 2018
- Appreciation Award for Contribution During COVID-19 Pandemic, 2021
Teaching experience
- Delivered lectures on Research Methodology to postgraduate nursing diploma students.
- Conducted lectures on Hand Hygiene and PPE in collaboration with the Nursing Education Department.
- Delivered specialized cardiology lectures, including ECG Interpretation, to enhance nursing knowledge and practice.
Timeline
Specialist Nurse
Coronary Care Unit
01.2012 - Current
Cardiac Surgery Nurse Coordinator
King Abdulaziz University Hospital
01.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
01.2010 - 01.2012
Compulsory Internship Year - undefined
King Abdul-Aziz University Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Basic Life Support, 2024 - 2026
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2023 - 2025
Good Clinical Practice Certificate, 01/01/25
Case Coordinator Fundamentals, 07/01/24
Effective Communication Skills, 07/01/24
Patient Advocacy: Empowering Health Practitioners to Be Effective Advocates, 01/01/24
Saudi Arabia Cardiac Interventional Society Hybrid Conference, 01/01/24
SHA 35 & GHA 21 Hybrid Conferences, 10/01/24
Evidence-Based Practice, 09/01/23
How to Write a Scientific Paper, 09/01/23
Global Future of Nursing, 02/01/23
Master’s Degree - Medical-Surgical Nursing
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