Samina Jinnah
Gilgit,Pakistan
Summary
A highly dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with strong and extensive expertise in surgical nursing care and skilled at strong communication and teamwork abilities, coupled with solid foundation in patient care and surgical knowledge. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Committed to providing high-quality care, fostering patient well-being and supporting healthcare teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Staff Nurse
AL Amiri Hospital
Al Asimah , Kuwait
2024.12 - Current
- Currently working as Staff Nurse in Surgical department in Al Amiri Hospital which comes under Ministry of Health, Kuwait.
- Providing high quality patient holistic care by administering medication, conducting routine checks for pre and post surgical care, performing nursing skills and updating medical records.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Performing sterile wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- Monitoring and handling of complex and different drainage devices.
- Facilitate recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Monitoring of Vital signs and quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Working closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Maintaining accurate, up-to-date patient records, ensuring data accuracy.
- Administering and monitoring medication with close attention to detail and side affects.
- Providing patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Assessing patient pain levels, helping promote healing by administering prescribed medication.
- Providing and monitoring of Medical devices like BIPAP CPAP and infusion pumps.
- Skillfully handling central line and providing TPN and PPN.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries and maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Developing Nursing care plans according to each patient needs and enhance recovery process.
- Managing patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
Registered Nurse
Aga Khan university and hospital
Karachi Central, Pakistan
2022.03 - 2024.10
- Assisted in providing peri and post-operative care to patients including 60 beds surgical unit.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely interventions for patients.
- Supported management of various wound types and monitored complex drainage devices.
- Monitored unstable patients in special care units, providing necessary treatments and administer and handling of life savings drugs.
- Responded to medical emergencies alongside healthcare teams.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families and shared information on conditions for better recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient conditions.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimized cross-contamination risks.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Managed BiPAP, CPAP, IV PICC, central lines, media ports and peripheral lines accurately to avoid issues and enhance patient care.
- Planned and managed patient care in alignment with hospital standards of care.
- Facilitated adequate pain management for assigned patients to minimise discomfort.
- Monitored, assessed and recorded patient condition and coordinated patient discharge planning.
- Developed and implemented successful patient care plans.
Trainee nurse intern
Aga Khan university and hospital
Karachi Central, Pakistan
2021.04 - 2022.03
- Assisted with patient care in various hospital department. Performed different types of skills and patient experience. Collaborated with staff and primary health care team to enhance patients' conditions by providing required care. Performed important documentation of patients conditions.
Education
Secondary school Certificate - PRE medical
D.J High School Sost Gojal Hunza
Gilgit, Pakistan 2011.01 - 2013.08
FSc - Pre-Medical
BISE Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi , Pakistan 2013.10 - 2015.11
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - B.ScN Generic 4 Years
Aga Khan University and Hospital, Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan 2017.01 - 2020.12
Skills
Able to perform following skills confidently with providing compassionate and holistic care
- Expertise in IV cannulation and phlebotomy
- Infection control protocols
- Parenteral feeding (TPN, PPN)Enteral feeding knowledge(NGT,PEG)
- Aseptic technique and wound dressing with chronic diabetic wound care
- Catheter placement and removal
- NGT placement and care
- Suctioning via oral, nasal and tracheostomy and providing tracheostomy care
- Colostomy maintenance and handling
- Orthopedic traction devices handling
- Complex drains handling and management like chest tube, Neurosurgical drains( EVD)
- Handling different medical devices like Infusions pumps, BIPAP, CPAP suction machine, Pneumatic cuffs etc
- Medication administration and review
- Therapeutic relationships and therapeutic communication
- Clinical assessment and care plan development
Language
Urdu - Intermediate
Native
English - Intermediate
Advanced
Hobby
Reading, Sports, Cooking
Awards / Honours
Award Title: ACLs, Authority: AHA, 2023, Award Title: BLS, Authority: AHA, Award URL: https://ecards.heart.org/api/relay/v1/ecard/gdetful, 2022
Affiliations
- sports, Reading , cooking and camping
Accomplishments
High GPA latter
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Tracheostomy care certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
AL Amiri Hospital
2024.12 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aga Khan university and hospital
2022.03 - 2024.10
Trainee nurse intern
Aga Khan university and hospital
2021.04 - 2022.03
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - B.ScN Generic 4 Years
Aga Khan University and Hospital, Karachi
2017.01 - 2020.12
FSc - Pre-Medical
BISE Rawalpindi
2013.10 - 2015.11
Secondary school Certificate - PRE medical
D.J High School Sost Gojal Hunza
2011.01 - 2013.08