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Bushra  Bushir

Bushra Bushir

Registered Nurse (RN BP16)
Abbottabad ,KPK

Summary

Adept at MR / HR and renowned for exceptional patient advocacy, I spearheaded quality improvement initiatives at DHQ Teaching Women and Children Hospital Abbottabad, significantly enhancing patient care standards. My leadership fostered a culture of continuous learning, drastically reducing medication errors and elevating staff proficiency in both clinical training and patient management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Charge Nurse

DHQ Teaching ( Women and Children Hospital )
03.2008 - Current
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
  • Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
  • Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
  • Improved team morale and reduced turnover by implementing regular feedback sessions and career development opportunities.
  • Improving patient recovery rates.
  • Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
  • Conducted regular audits of nursing practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Streamlined shift hand overs, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
  • Implemented stress-reduction techniques among staff, leading to improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by leading team of nurses to adopt evidence-based practices.
  • Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
  • Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
  • Implemented mentorship program for new nurses, accelerating their onboarding process and improving their competence.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
  • Optimized resource allocation, ensuring all patients received timely and adequate care without overburdening staff.
  • Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures effectively.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - G.Nursing & Midwifery

University of Peshawar (Pakistan)
Peshawar
05.2010

Diploma - Midwifery

ATH Abbottabad (Nursing Examination Board N.W.F.P)
Abbottabad
06.2008

Diploma - G Nursing

ATH Abbottabad (Nursing Examination Board N.W.F.P)
Abbottabad
07.2007

Skills

Medical Records Management

Timeline

Charge Nurse

DHQ Teaching ( Women and Children Hospital )
03.2008 - Current

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - G.Nursing & Midwifery

University of Peshawar (Pakistan)

Diploma - Midwifery

ATH Abbottabad (Nursing Examination Board N.W.F.P)

Diploma - G Nursing

ATH Abbottabad (Nursing Examination Board N.W.F.P)
Bushra BushirRegistered Nurse (RN BP16)