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Denise Chola Musenge
Kalulushi 121,Zambia
Work Preference
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Summary
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A compassionate, dedicated, and newly qualified Registered Nurse with a Diploma in Registered Nursing from Sunningdale University. Experienced through comprehensive clinical rotations in tertiary, district, and primary healthcare settings. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, infection prevention and control, health education, and delivering quality patient-centered care. Committed to providing safe, evidence-based nursing care while working effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Work History
Nursing Intern
University Teaching Hospital (UTH)
- Finalized clinical training with a focus on advanced patient care, ward management, and team coordination in high-pressure hospital environments.
Nursing Intern
University Teaching Hospital (UTH)
- Rotated through Medical, Surgical, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Emergency, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Renal, and Oncology wards.
- Developed skills in managing care for patients with complex and diverse health conditions.
Nursing Intern
Mwachisopola Rural Health Centre
- Adapted nursing skills to community and rural healthcare settings, managing a wide range of common illnesses and providing essential patient education.
- Gained foundational experience in a fast-paced hospital environment, focusing on fundamental nursing care and procedures.
Nursing Intern
Kalingalinga Clinic
- Acquired initial practical experience in a primary care setting, focusing on patient assessment and basic treatment protocols.
Education
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Sunningdale University
Lusaka, Zambia 06.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Kayele Secondary School
Ndola, Zambia 01.2018 - 12.2020
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Medication Administration (Oral & IV)
- Intravenous (IV) Line Insertion & Management
- Wound Care & Advanced Dressing Changes
- Catheter Care & Management
- Infection Control & Prevention Protocols
- Accurate Nursing Documentation & Charting
- Effective Communication & Teamwork
- Patient & Family Education
- Empathy & Compassion
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
- Time Management & Prioritization
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Nyanja (Fluent)
- Bemba (Fluent)
Personal Information
- English (Fluent)
- Nyanja (Fluent)
- Bemba (Fluent)
Key responsibility
Performed patient assessments and monitored vital signs.
Administered medications safely via oral, intramuscular, and intravenous routes.
Assisted in medical and surgical procedures.
Provided nursing care in medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetrics and gynaecology, and emergency units.
Implemented infection prevention and control measures.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and healthy living.
Maintained accurate patient records and nursing documentation.
Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Timeline
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Sunningdale University
06.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Kayele Secondary School
01.2018 - 12.2020
Nursing Intern
Kalingalinga Clinic
Nursing Intern
Mwachisopola Rural Health Centre
Nursing Intern
University Teaching Hospital (UTH)
Nursing Intern
University Teaching Hospital (UTH)