JACQUELINE CHANDA CHIPOKOLO
Lusaka ,Zambia
Summary
I am a supportive, motivated, and patient-oriented registered nurse (RN) with 3 years’ clinical experience. Dedicated, efficient, and detail-oriented team player with excellent interpersonal skills, compassion, and dedication towards collaboratively maintained treatment plans. Licensed Registered Nurse with history of monitoring patients, administering medications, and supporting doctors and hospital staff on operational tasks. In additional I am a quick learner with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, looking for a challenging role with the opportunity for growth and development. Proactive and responsible problem solver with excellent multitasking skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to coordinate hospital rounds and patient treatment schedules.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse at Medical Inpatient Department
Kanyama Hospital level one.
Lusaka Zambia, Zambia
07.2023 - Current
- I assess, observe, and speak to patients
- I record details and symptoms of patient medical history and current health
- I prepare patients for exams and treatment
- I administer medications and treatments, then monitor patients for side effects and reactions
- I create, implement, and evaluate patient care plans with the medical team
- I perform wound care, such as cleaning and bandaging them
- I assist in medical procedures as needed
- I operate and monitor medical equipments
- I draw blood, urine samples, and other body fluids for lab work
- I educate patients and family members on treatment and care plans, as well as answering their questions
- I set up plans for patients’ care or contribute information to existing plans
- I consult and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare profession
- I document procedures and interventions done on patients
- I Traine and mentore new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- I Organize activities that stimulate mental growth in babies such as reading books or playing music.
- I Enhance newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
- I Educate family members about proper nutrition for both mother and child, as well as hygiene practices.
- I Assess any health issues or concerns related to the baby's physical or emotional wellbeing and reported them promptly to medical staff if needed.
- I Assist with newborns' feedings, diaper changes, and bathing routines.
- I Ensure a safe environment for the baby by monitoring vital signs and providing appropriate care.
- I Provide postnatal care and support to new mothers, including breastfeeding advice.
- I Monitor mothers and newborn babies during pregnancy and postpartum periods to quickly detect warning signs and treat complications.
- I Collaborat with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- I Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- I Refer patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- I provide direct care and support according to individual care plan.
- I provide palliative care if need to.
- Created safe and supportive therapeutic milieu to promote recovery.
- I Provide psychotherapy to patients dealing with mental health issues.
- I ensure the paediatric ward is friendly to the children by putting pictures of cartoon characters.
- I Assess and evaluate the mental and physical condition of patients.
- I Administer local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- I Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Registered Nurse at Outpatient Department
Chilanga Urban Clinic
Chilanga , Zambia
01.2023 - 06.2023
- I collected blood samples and other body fluids for laboratory
- I did vital signs on patients such pulse, temperature, respirations and blood pressure
- I Organized workload
- I provided emotional support to patients and relatives
- I advised patients and relatives on health-related issues
- I gathered patient information, such as medical history, health concerns, and symptoms
- I collaborated with doctors and other healthcare professionals to assess the patient’s condition and deliver treatment
- I monitored and maintained medical equipments
- I administered medication and communicated treatment plans to the patients
- I gave information, education and communication to patients about COVID, Tuberculosis, HIV Maleria and other communicable disease on how to prevent them
- I monitored and educated antenatal mothers on their wellbeing and the unborn child, the danger signs during pregnancy.
- I referred patients with serious illness to hospitals for further management
- I documented records and other information of the patients
- I cannulated and insert intravenous fluids or medications
- I sutured wounds.
- Pregnancy delivery.
- I Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- I Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Health Care Assistant
Cheshire Elderly aged home
Lusaka, Zambia
07.2022 - 12.2022
- I Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- I Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- I Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- I Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- I Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- I Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- I Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
- I Responded quickly in emergency situations in a calm manner.
- I Conducted light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation for clients.
- I Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
- I Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- I Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments
- I Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- I Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
- I Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- I Transported clients to doctor appointments or other necessary outings such as going to the park, church or shopping.
- I Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- I Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- I Ensured safety of clients in their home environment by using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- I Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- I Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- I Assisted residents with dementia and their wellbeing.
- I Assessed client's needs and developed individual care plans accordingly.
- I Provided palliative care .
- I Promoted resident's dignity, comfort, hygiene and overall wellbeing.
- I Maintained clean safe, nurturing environment.
- I Provided direct care and support according to individual care plan.
Health Care Assistant
Twatasha Disability and ovc organization
Kafue , Zambia
01.2022 - 06.2022
- I Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- I Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- I Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- I Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- I Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- I Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- I Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- I Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
- I Provided direct care and support according to individual care plan.
- I Maintained a clean and safe environment.
- I Promoted residents dignity, comfort, hygiene and overall wellbeing.
- I Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, dressing and mobility.
- I Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- I Assisted with mobility exercises for immobile patients under direction of physical therapist or nurse.
- I Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- I Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning of bedridden patients.
- I Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- I Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- I Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Education
Diploma - Registered Nursing
MAPANZA INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Choma11-2021
Grade twelve (12) Certificate -
Kafue Day Secondary School
Kafue01.2012
Grade Nine (9) Certificate -
Nakatete Basic School
Kafue01.2008
Grade Seven (7) Certificate -
Lukanga Primary School
Kafue01.2001
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Critical-thinking and problem-solving
- Time management
- Physical endurance
- Teamwork
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Flexibility
- Leadership skills
- Empathy
- Compassion care giver
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent multitasking skills
- Excellent multitasking
- Promote patient-centered care
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Learning Strategies
References
- Sister Incharge: Maneya mwansakilwa maneyamwansakilwa@gmail.com, +260978616326, Kanyama First Level One (1)
- Sister Incharge: Naomi shilayi naomishilayi@gmail.com, +260972297304, Chilanga health Clinic
- The Director: Lilian mbuzi lilymbuzi@gmail.com, +260978937688, Mapanza Institute of Health Sciences
- The Director Dr: Joseph mwaba Twatasha Disability and ovc organization +260 972551791 Josephmwaba76@gmail.com
Accomplishments
One of the most significant achievements that I am proud of as a nurse is being able to build relationships with my patients based on trust and communication. I had a patient who had a history of being non-compliant with their medication regimen, which resulted in numerous ER visits. Through talking to the patient and understanding their concerns, I was able to build a rapport with them and come up with a plan that worked for their lifestyle. The patient became more compliant with their medications and experienced fewer complications.
Other personal Information
- Christian
- Healthy
- Good and fit
- Strength
- My greatest strength as a health care/ Nurse is my ability to connect with patients and provide them with compassion and care. I am also very patient and efficient in my work.
- Weakness
- My greatest weakness is that I sometimes have trouble dealing with the emotional aspects of the job.
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse at Medical Inpatient Department
Kanyama Hospital level one.
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse at Outpatient Department
Chilanga Urban Clinic
01.2023 - 06.2023
Health Care Assistant
Cheshire Elderly aged home
07.2022 - 12.2022
Health Care Assistant
Twatasha Disability and ovc organization
01.2022 - 06.2022
Diploma - Registered Nursing
MAPANZA INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Grade twelve (12) Certificate -
Kafue Day Secondary School
Grade Nine (9) Certificate -
Nakatete Basic School
Grade Seven (7) Certificate -
Lukanga Primary School