Open To Work
MWELWA PONGA
Luanshya,Zambia
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Registered Nurse with over 3 years of clinical experience in occupational health, acute care, and community health settings. Proven ability to provide high-quality nursing care through effective triage, patient assessment, documentation, and disease surveillance. Experienced in working within safety-sensitive environments and supporting workplace health initiatives aligned with zero-harm and health & safety standards. Strong communicator, team player, and computer-literate professional with proficiency in MS Office and digital health reporting tools.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nvumabaranda Group of Companies
Kalumbila, Zambia
08.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to employees and community clients in an occupational health setting, ensuring adherence to professional and safety standards.
- Conduct patient triage and provide nursing care to employees and dependents.
- Record and monitor vital signs and patient progress.
- Diagnose and manage uncomplicated ailments and refer complex cases to medical officers.
- Perform malaria testing and treatment and report infectious diseases to relevant authorities.
- Conduct pre-employment medical and functional assessments.
- Order and manage medical supplies and clinical essentials.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date nursing records in line with professional standards.
Volunteer Registered Nurse (NICU)
Thompson District Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided neonatal intensive care including resuscitation, CPAP setup, incubator care, and medication administration.
- Assisted with critical monitoring and documentation of neonates.
Registered Nurse / Student Nurse Intern
Nvumabaranda Group of Companies
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Supported COVID-19 screening, awareness, and infection prevention measures.
- Delivered IEC health talks and supported disease surveillance activities.
Education
Diploma in Registered Nursing -
Copperbelt Nursing Polytechnic
NdolaCertificate in Information Technology & Computer Applications -
Zambia College of Distance Education
LuanshyaSkills
- Patient triage and clinical assessment
- Vital signs monitoring and documentation
- Occupational & workplace health nursing
- Pre-employment and fitness-to-work assessments
- Infection prevention and disease surveillance
- Emergency and basic life support care
- Nursing records management and reporting
- Team coordination and safety awareness
- Community health education and IEC activities
- MS Word
- Excel
- Kobo Collect
- Digital data tools
Additional Information
Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office applications, Strong understanding of professional nursing ethics and workplace safety, Experience working in fast-paced, high-risk environments
References
David Kasonde Mulenga
Clinical Manager Nvumabaranda group of Companies
+260 97 5205336
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
ZK45000/yr - ZK200000/yrTimeline
Registered Nurse
Nvumabaranda Group of Companies
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer Registered Nurse (NICU)
Thompson District Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse / Student Nurse Intern
Nvumabaranda Group of Companies
11.2020 - 02.2022
Diploma in Registered Nursing -
Copperbelt Nursing Polytechnic
Certificate in Information Technology & Computer Applications -
Zambia College of Distance Education