MELVIN CHISANGA BWALYA
NURSE
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care,I am a committed and competent professional with background in agricultural logistics, laboratory operations, and healthcare. I have excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills thanks to my nursing background and practical experience in field coordination and laboratory management. I am a proactive problem-solver who enjoys working in fast-paced settings and is dedicated to making a meaningful contribution to the success of the team. I am a great asset in any situation because of my flexibility, clear communication, and commitment to excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Kabwe central Hospital
Kabwe
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assisted in diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
DATA MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT
Chainama Hills Hospital
Lusaka
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Updated and maintained the Medical Licentiates (ML) database with current records.
- Verified the accuracy of entered data to ensure compliance with hospital policies.
- Assisted in generating monthly reports for the administration department.
- Organized and filed patient and staff records for easy retrieval.
- Supported the HR department in tracking staff certifications and licenses.
- Conducted data backups to prevent loss of critical information.
- Assisted in maintaining data accuracy and integrity for hospital databases.
- Supported audits by organizing and retrieving relevant patient information.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular data quality checks to identify discrepancies or issues.
FIELD OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Food Reserve Agency
Solwezi
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Purchased maize from farmers while ensuring compliance with FRA quality standards.
- Inspected maize for moisture content, foreign matter, and overall quality before purchase.
- Verified and recorded the number of bags received daily to prevent discrepancies.
- Prepared and submitted daily field reports to the Marketing Assistant (MA).
- Assisted in resolving disputes between farmers and procurement officers.
- Managed cash payments to farmers and ensured accurate documentation.
- Coordinated with warehouse teams to facilitate smooth storage and logistics.
- Conducted community sensitization on FRA’s maize-buying procedures.
- Monitored market trends and reported pricing irregularities.
- Ensured compliance with safety and operational guidelines in the field.
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (Internship)
University Teaching Hospital
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Proficient in operating microtome machines for precise specimen cutting and preparation, ensuring uniform tissue sections for diagnostic analysis.
- Skilled in using a laboratory microscope to detect and identify pathogens—such as Plasmodium falciparum in malaria smears—and perform detailed cellular examinations.
- Verified patient lab results for accuracy before submission to doctors.
- Organized and labeled specimen samples to prevent mix‑ups.
- Assisted in conducting routine hematology, microbiology, and biochemistry tests.
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing daily calibrations and cleaning.
- Prepared reagents and stains for diagnostic procedures.
- Followed strict infection control protocols when handling specimens.
- Supported senior technologists in processing urgent samples.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment for accurate results.
- Documented test results in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Received specimens and reviewed for quality, labeling and accessioning,
Education
Diploma in Nursing -
Kabwe College of Nursing and Midwifery
Kabwe, ZambiaCertificate in Antenatal Care -
University Teaching Hospital
ZambiaCertificate in Adult HIV Prevention & Management -
University Teaching Hospital
ZambiaGeneral Certificate (G12) -
David Kaunda Technical School
ZambiaSkills
- Excellent Communicational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Problem Solving
- Leadership Skills
- Excellent time management
- Word
- Excel
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Publisher
- Access
- Effective communication
- Emotional support provision
- Direct nursing care
- Patient care
- Care plan implementation
- Wound management
- End-of-life care
References
- Mrs. Kacha, Kabwe College of Nursing and Midwifery, +260 979717247
- Dr. C. Marimo, Vice Chancellor, Manica University, +260 9766614190, +260966614190
- Veronica Chibanga, Critical Care Nurse In-charge, Kabwe Mine Hospital, +26096 9141098, +260 975563917
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Nurse
Kabwe central Hospital
11.2024 - Current
DATA MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT
Chainama Hills Hospital
09.2016 - 09.2018
FIELD OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Food Reserve Agency
09.2015 - 08.2016
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (Internship)
University Teaching Hospital
01.2014 - 08.2015
Diploma in Nursing -
Kabwe College of Nursing and Midwifery
Certificate in Antenatal Care -
University Teaching Hospital
Certificate in Adult HIV Prevention & Management -
University Teaching Hospital
General Certificate (G12) -
David Kaunda Technical School
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