Susan Ayobami Olubanke
Osogbo
Summary
Compassionate and highly experienced Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience in tertiary hospital environments including Intensive Care Units (ICU), Medical–Surgical wards, and Ophthalmology/ENT specialty care. Proven expertise in delivering evidence-based patient care, managing complex clinical conditions, and collaborating within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Experienced nursing leader currently serving as Deputy Director of Nursing Services with strong skills in staff supervision, patient safety, infection control, and clinical mentorship. Registered with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) and eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN).
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Director of Nursing Services
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
Osogbo, Nigeria
10.2012 - Current
- Provide advanced nursing care in the Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) unit within a tertiary teaching hospital.
- Deliver preoperative and postoperative care for surgical patients following best practice standards.
- Conduct visual acuity assessments and assist in ophthalmology procedures.
- Administer ocular medications according to physician orders.
- Perform tracheostomy care and airway management.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports.
- Supervise and mentor nursing students and junior nurses.
- Ensure compliance with infection control and patient safety protocols.
Senior Nursing Officer – Intensive Care Unit
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
08.2007 - 09.2012
- Delivered critical care nursing for patients with life-threatening conditions in ICU settings.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed nursing care plans.
- Managed airway support including suctioning procedures.
- Administered enteral feeding through NG tubes and gastrostomy systems.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Nursing Officer – Medical Ward
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
06.2001 - 07.2007
- Performed patient admission assessments and ongoing monitoring.
- Administered medications and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted diagnostic support procedures including urine testing.
- Provided patient and family health education.
- Supported the clinical training of nursing students.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
National Open University of Nigeria
01-2016
Post-Basic Diploma - Registered Ophthalmic Nurse
University of Benin
01-2016
Diploma in Midwifery - undefined
School of Midwifery Osogbo
01-2001
Diploma in Nursing - undefined
School of Nursing, Baptist Medical Center Saki
01-2000
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing (ICU/IMCU)
- Acute Care & Medical–Surgical Nursing
- Pre-operative & Post-operative Surgical Care
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
- Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
- Emergency Response & Rapid Clinical Assessment
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Documentation
- Tracheostomy care and airway management
- Nasogastric (NG) tube and gastrostomy feeding
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Airway suctioning procedures
- Medication administration (oral, IV, IM, SC)
- Vital signs monitoring and patient observation
- Pressure injury prevention and wound care
- Visual acuity assessment and ophthalmic care
- Ear irrigation procedures
- Infection prevention protocols
- Patient mobility support and rehabilitation care
- Clinical documentation and patient record management
Certification
- Registered Nurse – College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL), Canada
- Registered Nurse – Nigeria
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Deputy Director of Nursing Services
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
10.2012 - Current
Senior Nursing Officer – Intensive Care Unit
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
08.2007 - 09.2012
Nursing Officer – Medical Ward
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
06.2001 - 07.2007
Post-Basic Diploma - Registered Ophthalmic Nurse
University of Benin
Diploma in Midwifery - undefined
School of Midwifery Osogbo
Diploma in Nursing - undefined
School of Nursing, Baptist Medical Center Saki
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
National Open University of Nigeria
Section name
- Susan Ayobami Olubanke, RN
- Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria
- +234 8033 042065
- Susanayobanke@gmail.com
- Date: 12.03.2026
- Hiring Manager
- Nova Scotia Health
- Nova Scotia, Canada
- Letter of application as a registered Registered Nurse: Reference ID 173331
- Dear Hiring Manager
- I am writing to express my strong interest in the Registered Nurse opportunities with Nova Scotia Health. I bring more than twenty years of progressive nursing experience in tertiary hospital environments including Intensive Care, Medical–Surgical units, and specialty ENT/Ophthalmology care. My experience includes delivering high-quality patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and mentoring nursing staff to ensure safe and effective clinical practice.
- I am currently a fully registered nurse with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL). I am also eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) and am willing to transfer my Canadian nursing registration from Newfoundland and Labrador to Nova Scotia to support the healthcare needs of Nova Scotia Health. I am enthusiastic about relocating and contributing my clinical expertise to healthcare teams across the province.
- Throughout my career at UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital, I have gained extensive experience in critical care nursing, airway management, enteral feeding, postoperative care, infection prevention, and patient education. In my current role as Deputy Director of Nursing Services, I supervise nursing staff and support clinical training while ensuring adherence to patient safety standards and evidence-based practice.
- I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience and qualifications align with the needs of Nova Scotia Health. Thank you for your time and consideration.
- Sincerely