The new Pediatric Emergency Nurse Training Program at Koidu Government Hospital addresses key education gaps in emergency care by providing nurses with life-saving skills and improving pediatric healthcare in Sierra Leone.
The program, which was launched, mixes classroom education with hands-on simulations to ensure that nurses receive actual expertise in dealing with pediatric emergencies. Infant and child CPR, which is vital for stabilizing severely ill patients, is described in detail.
This project is a big step in enhancing the country’s healthcare system, especially in the remote regions where specialized training is scarce. The program’s goal is to lower child mortality rates and enhance overall emergency response by increasing nurses’ competence.
Medical professionals and residents have praised the program’s ability to save lives and enhance the quality of pediatric care. As Sierra Leone continues to make investments in medical education, these initiatives are said to have shown the government’s dedication to improving the healthcare system.