Praise Adaeze Martins

Praise Adaeze Martins

Registered Nurse & Midwife with Clinical Expertise
martinsadaeze42@gmail.com, Owerri North L.G.A, NG.

About

Highly motivated and results-driven nursing student with over 3 years of comprehensive clinical experience in acute nursing and specialized midwifery. Adept at delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse settings, including orthopedic, neuropsychiatric, and medical/surgical wards. Proven ability to excel in prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum support, effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and promote health for diverse populations.

Work

National Orthopedic Hospital
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Student Nurse | Orthopedic Ward Placement Experience

Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive orthopedic nursing care, specializing in wound management, medication administration, and patient mobility support to optimize recovery and prevent complications.

Highlights

Administered comprehensive medication regimens, including IVs and post-op analgesia, for numerous patients, ensuring optimal comfort and adherence to treatment plans.

Managed meticulous wound care for diverse post-surgical patients, closely observing surgical sites to prevent infection and facilitate accelerated healing.

Facilitated patient mobility and safe positioning using specialized aids and elevation techniques, proactively preventing pressure injuries and enhancing recovery.

Performed essential clinical procedures such as bladder scans and suture/clip removal, alongside providing vital patient education on crutch use to promote independence.

Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital Rumuigbo
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Student Nurse | Neuropsychiatric Ward Placement Experience

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered specialized mental health nursing support, employing therapeutic communication and meticulous patient monitoring to ensure safety and promote recovery.

Highlights

Provided therapeutic communication and emotional support to patients with complex mental health conditions, fostering a safe and supportive recovery environment.

Actively participated in group therapy sessions and patient activity planning, contributing to the development and implementation of comprehensive, individualized care plans.

Administered and meticulously monitored specialized psychiatric medications, including depots and antipsychotics, ensuring efficacy and strict adherence to patient safety protocols.

Conducted routine safety checks and continuous monitoring of patient behaviors, including suicide watch and aggression history, accurately assessing risk levels to maintain a secure environment.

Holy Rosary Hospital Emekuku
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Student Nurse | Medical/Surgical Ward Placement Experience

Owerri North, Imo State, Nigeria

Summary

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic medical/surgical nursing care to over 15 patients, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to infection control protocols.

Highlights

Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for over 15 patients, optimizing care coordination and patient outcomes.

Delivered comprehensive nursing care to over 15 medical/surgical patients, encompassing advanced wound care, precise medication administration, and IV therapy management.

Maintained meticulous patient documentation and rigorously adhered to infection prevention protocols, significantly enhancing patient safety and reducing risks.

Continuously assessed and monitored patient conditions, including vital signs and symptom progression, enabling timely interventions and optimizing patient recovery.

Education

Holy Rosary College Of Nursing Science And Midwifery
Emekuku, Imo State, Nigeria

Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Midwife (RM)

Basic/General Nursing

Languages

English
Igbo

Certificates

Health Safety and Environment HSE (Level 1, 2, & 3)

Issued By

OSHA USA

Electrocardiography (ECG) Level 1

Issued By

OSHA USA

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, IV Therapy, Wound Care, Infection Control, Bladder Scans, Suture/Clip Removal, Patient Mobility & Positioning, Vital Signs Monitoring, Newborn Resuscitation, Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Midwifery & Maternal Care

Prenatal Screening, Intrapartum Monitoring, Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation, Emergency Obstetrics Intervention, Postpartum Recovery Support, Antenatal Assessment, Fundal Height Measurement, Newborn Screening, Perineal Care.

Mental Health Nursing

Therapeutic Communication, Mental Health Support, Group Therapy Facilitation, Medication Observation (Depots/Antipsychotics), Patient Safety Monitoring, Risk Level Assessment (Suicide Watch, Aggression History).

Patient Care & Education

Holistic Nursing Care, Patient Care Planning, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Informed Consent, Health Promotion, Family Planning Education, Nutrition Education, Danger Signs in Pregnancy Education.

Professional Competencies

Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Team Building, Empathy, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Accurate Documentation, Protocol Compliance.

Health & Safety

Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Specialized Procedures

Electrocardiography (ECG).

Interests

Hobbies

Traveling, Cooking/Baking, Global Event.

References

References

On Demand

Projects

Attitudes Of Mothers Towards Child Health Care

Summary

Conducted an academic research project focused on assessing maternal knowledge and attitudes regarding child healthcare, which led to the development of targeted educational intervention.

Volunteer

Imo State primary Health Authority- HPV Vaccination Campaign.
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HPV Immunization volunteer (community mobilizer/ vaccination support)

Ulakwo, Owerri North, Nigeria

Summary

Community mobilization & Awareness Conduct house-to-house visits, Community meetings and door-to-door sensitization to educate families on the benefits, safety and importance of HPV vaccine. Address myths, misconception and concerns about the vaccine, to build confidence and reduce hesitancy. Engage parents, guardians, Community leaders, religious groups and schools to encourage participation. Outreach &Mobilization Identify and register eligible girls (in- school and out- of school) in target communities. Support school-based vaccination drives by assisting teachers and health practitioners with organization, crowd management, and parents consent processes. Distribute educational materials (posters, flyers, IES materials) in local languages. Support During Vaccination Sessions Assist with registration, crowd control, and patient flow at vaccination sites. Support set up and clean up of vaccination sites and Outreach event. Help monitor for any immediate adverse events and report to appropriate personnel. Provide pre and post vaccination information and basic counseling to recipient and caregivers. Data & Reporting Track follow up for second jab (where multiple schedules apply). Submit daily/weekly reports on activities and challenges to the supervisor. Accurately record mobilization activities, number of household reached, and eligible girls identified.