Malungo Ng'andu
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Clinical Nurse with a proven track record at the Ministry of Health, excelling in patient care coordination and quality improvement. Skilled in medication administration and fostering interdisciplinary communication, I have significantly mentored staff and improved patient outcomes. My approach combines strong clinical judgment with effective interpersonal communication, ensuring high standards of healthcare delivery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Ministry of Health
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Sikanze Police Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, fostering a supportive learning environment for future nurses.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention strategies, promoting optimal health and wellbeing.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, reducing medication errors and improving patient safety.
- Managed complex wound care procedures for accelerated healing and reduced risk of infection.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to maintain high-quality standards of patient care.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or lumbar punctures ensuring proper sterile technique was maintained throughout the process.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or life-threatening illnesses.
- Advocated for patients'' rights by addressing ethical dilemmas or conflicts in their best interests.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes and timely discharges.
- Triaged patients based on vital signs and rapid assessment.
- Assessed patient room and care environment to optimize patient comfort by keeping areas free of clutter.
Nurse Tutor
Elohim Health Institute
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of educational best practices and incorporated them into teaching methods.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve personal academic goals, leading to sense of accomplishment and increased motivation.
- Encouraged critical thinking and analytical skills in students through debate and discussion-based classes.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate shift to remote learning, ensuring continuity in education during challenging times.
- Created positive and encouraging learning environment to foster love for learning among students.
- Implemented strategies to manage classroom behavior effectively, creating conducive learning environment for all students.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Lusaka Apex Medical University
Lusaka 12.2021
O Level - Grade 12
Rusangu Secondary School
Monze11.2014
Primary - Junior Secondary
Kaunga Basic School
Chikankata 12.2009
Skills
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Phlebotomy
- Care Planning
- Care Coordination
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical judgment
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Team Supervision
- Staff education and training
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Management
- Patient Observation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Treatment Planning
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Outpatient Care
Certification
Post Graduate Program in Paediatric Nutrition
Referees
Annie Phri
Nurse In charge
Chawama 1st Level Hospital
Cell +260976767873 - Lusaka
Email: Anniephiri171@yahoo.com
Fred Maate
Head of Department
University of Zambia
Cell +260977704487-Lusaka
Email: fredmaate@gmail.com
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Ministry of Health
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Sikanze Police Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2023
Nurse Tutor
Elohim Health Institute
09.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Lusaka Apex Medical University
O Level - Grade 12
Rusangu Secondary School
Primary - Junior Secondary
Kaunga Basic School
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