Nurizzah Afiqah Hussain
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in delivering top-notch patient care and clinical support. Adaptable to changing medical needs and priorities. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining precise medical records. Well-versed in emergency medical care, excelling in rapid assessment and intervention in high-pressure situations. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving environmental needs. Skilled in emergency response protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Singapore Prison Services
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted in quarantine zones while adhering to strict infection control protocols, wearing full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.
- Performed venipuncture and blood collection procedures efficiently and accurately, ensuring proper handling and labeling of specimens.
- Administrative work and clinical nursing duties in medical center
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- 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.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
Paramedic
Red Lion Emergency Ambulance and Medical Services Pte. Ltd.
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Emergency and medical transport within hospitals and clinics
- Medical standby for events
- Singapore United Football Fiesta
- Oxifit Run
- Shape Run
- Singapore Zoological Run
- Cold Storage kids Run
Staff Nurse
Thomson Medical Centre
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professional with 2 years of experience specializing in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Paediatrics
- Proven track record in providing comprehensive care, performing clinical procedures, and delivering patient-centered services to women, children, and families.
- Adept in multidisciplinary teamwork with a focus on improving patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
Medlink Pte. Ltd.
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor
- Public sharing on the importance of CPR and AED
Paramedic
Singapore Civil Defence Force
04.2011 - 02.2017
- Tasked to lead an ambulance crew in life saving
- Part of medical team in Singapore Armed Forces camps
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
Physiotherapist and sports trainer
Tampines Rovers
01.2016 - 12.2016
Nurse in charge
International Global School
01.2015 - 12.2015
Freelance Nursing
01.2013 - 12.2013
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
03-2020
Diploma - Sports Coaching
ISA (International Sports Academy)
12.2017
Higher National ITE Certificate - Paramedic and Emergency Care
Institute of Technical Education Singapore
06.2011
National ITE Certificate - Nursing
Institute of Technical Education Singapore
12.2009
Skills
- Fluent in English and Malay (spoken and written)
- BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certified
- AED (Automated External Defibrillation) certified
- Class 3 driving license
Awards
Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), Service Excellence Award from Paya Lebar Fire Station 2nd SCDF Division 2016, Survivor Awards Singapore 2014, Institute of Technical Education Singapore, Good Progress Award 2011, Certificate of Achievement in Paramedic Level 3 (April 10 - June 11)
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Singapore Prison Services
04.2022 - 09.2023
Staff Nurse
Thomson Medical Centre
01.2020 - 01.2022
Medlink Pte. Ltd.
01.2019 - 01.2020
Paramedic
Red Lion Emergency Ambulance and Medical Services Pte. Ltd.
01.2017 - 01.2023
Physiotherapist and sports trainer
Tampines Rovers
01.2016 - 12.2016
Nurse in charge
International Global School
01.2015 - 12.2015
Freelance Nursing
01.2013 - 12.2013
Paramedic
Singapore Civil Defence Force
04.2011 - 02.2017
Diploma - Sports Coaching
ISA (International Sports Academy)
Higher National ITE Certificate - Paramedic and Emergency Care
Institute of Technical Education Singapore
National ITE Certificate - Nursing
Institute of Technical Education Singapore
Diploma - Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
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