Ronke Akpe
Registered Nurse
Copenhagen,Denmark
Summary
Patient-oriented State Registered Nurse with background in home health and long-term care seeking to leverage expertise to take next career step with respected organisation. Highly skilled in delivering direct patient care, actualising individualised treatment plans and helping patients meet recovery goals. Demonstrated success in improving patient satisfaction and administrative workflows.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Registered Nurse
Frederiksberg Municipality Rehalibitation Centre
Copenhagen, Denmark
04.2024 - Current
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Ensured adequate pain relief for all patients as needed.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Registered General Nurse
Regional Hospital
Copenhagen, Denmark
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
Registered General Nurse
Regional Hospital Board
Copenhagen, Denmark
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Ensured safe, legal medicines handling and substance control in line with Medicines Act.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Activcare Employment Agency
Copenhagen, Denmark
11.2017 - 03.2022
- Developed effective mobility programmes, guiding 10+ patients to consistently meet mobility goals.
- Ensured positive outcomes of diabetic treatments, constantly reviewing Insulin medication for therapeutic effectiveness and working with patients to support adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Optimised patient outcomes by assessing, monitoring and documenting patient progress and measuring findings against treatment plan objectives.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Frederiksberg Municipality Community Homecare
Copenhagen, Denmark
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated chronic diseases, such as Diabetes Type 1 (DM1) and Diabetes Type 2 (DM2) diseases, with 85% positive treatment outcome.
- Educated patients and families on safe treatment methods for DM2 conditions, reducing average treatment times by 90%.
- Ensured positive outcomes of DM2 treatments, constantly reviewing Insulin medication for therapeutic effectiveness and working with patients to support adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
Elderly Caregiver
Copenhagen Municipality Community Social Homecare
Copenhagen, Denmark
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Assisted patients with daily personal, hygiene and incontinence care.
- Adopted person-centred approach in all aspects of care-giving.
- Cooked healthy meals to uplift clients and meet dietary requirements.
- Improved life satisfaction by encouraging residents to participate in daily scheduled social activities.
- Improved resident comfort by providing pleasant companionship and stimulating conversation.
- Supervised patients during outings and physical activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Maintained patient hygiene by assisting residents in activities of daily living, including bathing, oral care, dressing and laundry.
- Administered memory-enhancing therapies, significantly reducing memory loss of residents with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Safely lifted, transferred and repositioned service users using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Administered oral and topical medication following instructions from medical personnel.
- Helped patients to take medication as prescribed by medical professionals.
- Reported on patients' health and mobility progress, maintaining excellent continuity of care.
- Involved clients in decision-making to promote independence.
- Nurtured trusted rapport with clients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Caregiver
Copenhagen Municipality Community Social Homecare
Copenhagen, Denmark
02.2013 - 12.2015
- Assisted with daily meal prep, promoting nutritious options for optimal health and wellbeing.
- Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
- Created positive relationships with clients through practical support and companionship, improving overall quality of life.
- Used moving and handling skills to facilitate safe transfers on mobility-impaired service users while promoting dignity and independence.
- Supported residents with dementia by assisting with dressing and meal preparation.
- Monitored clients' physical and mental health, reporting concerns to management for swift action.
- Completed housekeeping from hoovering to changing bed linen.
- Aided clients with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
- Kept detailed records of care activities, condition changes and treatment responses.
- Involved clients in decision-making to promote independence.
- Assisted clients with adapting to life changes due to bodily or brain injuries.
- Administered medications and treatments in line with medical instructions and best clinical practice.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Ekiti State University
Ado-Ekiti, NigeriaBachelor Of Science - Nursing
Copenhagen University College
Copenhagen01.2022
Diploma - Practical Nursing
SOPU
Copenhagen10.2017
Certificate - Carework
SOPU
Copenhagen06.2015
Skills
Triaging patient concerns
Gastrostomy tube care
Monitoring vital signs
Diagnostic tools experience
Acute care expertise
Patient communication
Treatment of Diabetes Type 1 and 2 conditions
Performing bladder scans
Medicine administration
Mobility assistance
Active listening
Drawing blood
Managed personal care
Catheter and wound care
Aseptic techniques
Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care
End-of-life care
Family and patient support
Checking oxygen levels
Catheterisation
Wound cleaning/care expertise
Patient-centred care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Frederiksberg Municipality Rehalibitation Centre
04.2024 - Current
Registered General Nurse
Regional Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2024
Registered General Nurse
Regional Hospital Board
04.2022 - 01.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Frederiksberg Municipality Community Homecare
03.2018 - 09.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Activcare Employment Agency
11.2017 - 03.2022
Elderly Caregiver
Copenhagen Municipality Community Social Homecare
03.2013 - 12.2015
Caregiver
Copenhagen Municipality Community Social Homecare
02.2013 - 12.2015
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Ekiti State University
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Copenhagen University College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
SOPU
Certificate - Carework
SOPU