Florence Simwinji
Ndola
Summary
A seasoned Nursing Professional with extensive experience at Ndola District Health Office, adept in vital signs monitoring and demonstrating exceptional emotional intelligence. Spearheaded adolescent health programs and led clinical teams, significantly enhancing community health services. Renowned for innovative healthcare solutions and effective staff leadership, consistently delivering superior patient care. Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Nurse
Ndola District Health Office
Ndola
01.2023 - Current
- Provided MCH services to the community
Senior Nursing Officer
Ndola District Health Office
Ndola
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Specialized in Adolescent and Reproductive Health
- Managed and supervised a team of nurses
- Provided clinical care, counseling, and health education
Co-ordinator, Youth Friendly Health Services
Ndola District Health Office
Ndola
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Coordinated and implemented youth-friendly health services
- Provided clinical care and counseling to young people
- Trained healthcare providers on youth-friendly health services
Nursing Sister
Chipokota Mayamba Clinic
Ndola
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Provided primary healthcare services to the community
- Managed and supervised clinical staff
Nurse In-Charge
Buchi Main Clinic
Kitwe
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Managed the clinic and provided primary healthcare services
Nurse/Midwife Practitioner
Kabwe National Service Camp Clinic
01.1988 - 01.1989
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services to military personnel and their families
Nurse/Midwife Practitioner
Solwezi Military Camp Clinic
01.1986 - 01.1987
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services to military personnel and their families
Education
Midwifery Training -
Ndola School of Midwifery
Ndola01.1985
Nurse Practitioner -
Ndola Central Hospital
Ndola01.1983
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University Teaching Hospital (UTH) School of Nursing
01.1981
Primary and Secondary School Education -
01.1977
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- IV management
- Medical assessment
- Discharge coordination
- Infectious disease control
- Health screening
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Nursing staff leadership
- Health care consultation
- Community advocate
- Patient assessment
- Taking vitals
- Emotional intelligence
- Medication and IV administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Follow-up calls
- Wound care
- Direct nursing care
- Staff supervision
References
Available upon request
Additionalqualificationsandtraining
- HIV Psychosocial Counseling
- Adolescent Health Training
- Family Planning Provider
Timeline
Contract Nurse
Ndola District Health Office
01.2023 - Current
Senior Nursing Officer
Ndola District Health Office
01.2009 - 01.2014
Co-ordinator, Youth Friendly Health Services
Ndola District Health Office
01.1999 - 01.2004
Nursing Sister
Chipokota Mayamba Clinic
01.1997 - 01.1998
Nurse In-Charge
Buchi Main Clinic
01.1990 - 01.1991
Nurse/Midwife Practitioner
Kabwe National Service Camp Clinic
01.1988 - 01.1989
Nurse/Midwife Practitioner
Solwezi Military Camp Clinic
01.1986 - 01.1987
Midwifery Training -
Ndola School of Midwifery
Nurse Practitioner -
Ndola Central Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University Teaching Hospital (UTH) School of Nursing
Primary and Secondary School Education -
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