LEVY KAYATA
LUSAKA,ZAMBIA
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional with extensive expertise in haemodialysis techniques, renal disease management, and advanced cardiac life support. Proficient in vascular access care, infection control protocols, and dialysis machine operation, ensuring optimal patient safety and care quality. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, multidisciplinary collaboration, and empathetic response to patient needs while maintaining strict adherence to healthcare ethical guidelines. Adept at crisis intervention, resource allocation, and strategic planning to deliver excellence in healthcare services. Committed to promoting preventive health measures and fostering therapeutic relationships to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dialysis nurse
BBRAUN
CHILANGA, SANDYS CREATIONS, ZAMBIA AND SOUTH AFRICA
08.2023 - Current
- Educated patients about their kidney disease and the dialysis process.
- Maintained accurate medical records for effective patient management.
- Worked closely with dieticians to advise patients on appropriate dietary requirements.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease.
- Promoted wellness by educating families on patient care at home.
- Facilitated smooth admission, transfer and discharge of renal patients to ensure top-quality care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs during dialysis treatment, responding swiftly to changes.
- Conducted regular audits on nursing practices for quality improvement efforts.
- Handled complex technical equipment for efficient delivery of dialysis treatment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing critical first aid as necessary.
- Assisted nephrologists in medical procedures, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Practiced aseptic techniques during vascular access handling and cannulation.
- Participated actively in staff meetings, contributing valuable perspectives based on expertise in renal care.
- Initiated community outreach programs promoting awareness about kidney diseases and their prevention.
- Ensured sterile environment by adhering strictly to infection control protocols.
- Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations whilst administering dialysis treatments.
- Managed medication administration effectively, preventing potential drug interactions or side effects affecting dialysis patients' overall wellbeing .
- Oversaw dialysis treatment from start to finish.
- Cleaned and dressed permanent and temporary catheters.
- Identified irregular dialysis reactions and notified medical team members.
- Provided pre- and post-procedure care to hemodialysis patients.
- Primed dialyser and bloodlines in preparation for patient appointments.
- Sanitised dialysis equipment between appointments to reduce risks.
- Collated and stored data for patient records with strict confidentiality and sensitivity.
- Monitored patient status and adjusted equipment to support comfort.
- Assessed access points to provide safe and efficient cannulation.
- Monitored and reported replenishment needs for dialysis supplies.
- Secured blood works and handled in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Recorded patient medical history and vital signs in electronic charts.
- Educated patients and caregivers in home care and illness management.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Explained post-treatment home care needs and medication self-administration.
- Delivered care in line with clinical guidelines for continued practice compliance.
- Trained junior nurses on industry best practices and patient care regulations.
- Removed femoral sheaths and administered medications.
- Enhanced continuity of care by coordinating activities with external specialists and health providers.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Facilitated research into [Area of study] and compiled information for technical papers.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
Registered nurse
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
12.2013 - 07.2023
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Championed mental health awareness amongst colleagues; broke down stigma attached to psychiatric illnesses in clinical setting.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Tested glucose and administered injections.
- Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via IVs, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
- Took vital signs and treated wounds for doctors.
- Used strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Monitored, assessed and recorded patient condition and coordinated patient discharge planning.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Applied wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Ensured adequate pain relief for all patients as needed.
- Maintained outstanding patient care levels through attentive, compassionate monitoring of physical and mental wellbeing.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Facilitated patient admissions, transfers and discharges while delegating tasks and assignments and resolving conflicts and grievances.
- Developed and implemented successful patient care plans.
- Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic approaches to nursing.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight and height.
- Changed bandages, catheters and tracheostomies on regular basis.
- Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Ensured safe, legal medicines handling and substance control in line with Medicines Act.
- Controlled narcotics and administered medicines on set schedule.
- Managed BiPAP, CPAP, IV PICC, central lines, media ports and peripheral lines accurately to avoid issues and enhance patient care.
- Planned and managed patient care in alignment with hospital standards of care.
- Facilitated adequate pain management for assigned patients to minimise discomfort.
- Assessed patients' condition and reported changes to charge matron, family and physician as appropriate.
- Coordinated specialist referrals to assist patients.
- Conducted invasive and non-invasive procedures, managing central lines and catheters.
- Trained new staff to meet patient service goals and champion standards of care.
- Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to communicate patient needs.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Informed patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans and options, chronic disease management and wound management.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
- Managed daily caseload, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary team.
- Completed comprehensive patient assessments to determine individual needs and formulated care plans with physicians, case managers and social workers.
- Helped patients navigate health system by educating them on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout treatment process.
- Developed healthcare plans for individuals and families.
- Educated and counselled patients on diagnoses, chronic disease management and treatment plans.
- Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualised plans of care to restore and promote patient health and recovery.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Provided patients with information about need for equipment like blood pressure monitors and proper use of each.
- Skilfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
- Provided organisational leadership to establish patient care benchmarks, standards and best practices to deliver consistent care.
- Fostered relationships between nursing teams and patients.
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - GRADE TWELVE
MWEMBESHI SECONDARY SCHOOL
LUSAKA 01.2007 - 11.2007
DIPLOMA - NURSING
MANSA SCHOOLS OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
MANSA 06.2010 - 07.2013
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
LUSAKA 03.2014 - 10.2017
MBCHB - MEDICINE
LEVY MWANAWASA MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
LUSAKA 07.2019 - 11.2024
Skills
- Insertion of venous catheters
- Dialysis procedure administration
- Anaemia management
- Cardiovascular system understanding
- Preventive health promotion
- Renal medication knowledge
- Patients' confidentiality maintenance
- Fistula assessment
- Haemodialysis techniques
- Blood chemistry analysis
- Intravenous therapy administration
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Palliative care understanding
- Renal disease management
- Haemodialysis knowledge
- Blood draw expertise
- Sensitive to patients' needs
- Patient safety protocols
- Dialysis machine operation
- Therapeutic relationships
- Dialyser reuse process
- Adaptability to shift work
- Compassionate care delivery
- Blood withdrawal procedures
- Clear communication with patients
- Healthcare ethical guidelines adherence
- Dialysis advocacy
- Empathetic response to suffering
- Communication with multi-disciplinary team
- Healthcare service excellence
- Distress tolerance during emergencies
- Multitasking during high-pressure situations
- Vascular access care
- Infection control knowledge
- Basic life support
- Medication Administration
- Patient education
- Crisis Intervention
- Parenteral nutrition
- Empathy and compassion
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Aseptic technique
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes care
- Wound dressing
- Patient confidentiality
- Professional bedside manner
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Flexible
- Communication skills
- Cultural awareness
- Palliative Care
- Team Leadership
- Interpersonal communication
- Pain management
- Strategic planning
- Resourcefulness
- Conflict Resolution
- Quality Assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Professionalism
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork
- Stress management
- Health assessments
- Programme and care management
- Relationship-building
- Active listening
- Charting and reporting
- Resource allocation
- Effective delegation
- Clinical leadership
- Proactive initiative
- Ethical decision making
- Risk Management
- Emotional intelligence
Timeline
Dialysis nurse
BBRAUN
08.2023 - Current
MBCHB - MEDICINE
LEVY MWANAWASA MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
07.2019 - 11.2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
03.2014 - 10.2017
Registered nurse
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
12.2013 - 07.2023
DIPLOMA - NURSING
MANSA SCHOOLS OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
06.2010 - 07.2013
HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - GRADE TWELVE
MWEMBESHI SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2007 - 11.2007
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