MWAKA NAPANJE
LIVINGSTONE
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at the Ministry Of Health, specializing in medication and IV administration and patient education. Demonstrated ability to improve patient care through effective collaboration and mentorship, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Expert in infection control measures, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ministry Of Health
01.2017 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Makeni College School of Nursing
Lusaka, Zambia09.2016
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Patient Care
Wound Care
Patient Monitoring
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Certification
Abridged Training in:
- Reproductive
- Maternal
- Newborn
- Child - Adolescent Health
- Nutrition (RMNCAH & N)
- Certified by Kasama School of Nursing and Midwifery- 27th February to 30th May 2017
Reading
I regularly read nursing journals, clinical guidelines, and research articles to stay updated on best practices, emerging treatments, and patient care advancements. This ongoing education enhances my clinical skills and supports evidence-based practice, ensuring I provide the highest quality of care to my patients.
Referees
1. Dr. Natalia Kuchuk
Ophthalmologist Specialist
Livingstone University Teaching Hospital
P.O.Box 60091
Livingstone - Zambia
Mobile Contact: +260961-880048
2. Lwando Mwewa
Optometrist Eye Clinic
Livingstone University Teaching Hospital
P.O.Box 60091
Livingstone - Zambia
Mobile Contact: +260972-233389
3.Sydney Chipili
Registered Pediatric Nurse (RPN)
Kaputa District Hospital
P.O.Box 490007
Kaputa -Zambia
CELL: +260976-884512
CONTACT ADDRESS
Postal Address:
C/O Ministry of Health Zambia
Livingstone University Teaching Hospital
P.O.Box 60091
Livingstone - Zambia
Physical Address:
House No. 5992c
Off Airport Road, Robin Street
Livingstone - Zambia
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ministry Of Health
01.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Makeni College School of Nursing
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