Akhona Kamalu
Registered Nurse
Durban
Summary
Focused Clinical Research Coordinator well-versed in study protocols, standard operating procedures and general trial oversight. Excellent problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented nature. Ready to bring 11 years of related experience to a challenging new role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Enhancing Care Foundation
Durban
10.2020 - Current
- Worked with principal investigators and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with 3 research protocols in limited-resource setting.
- Collected data from 606 participants within 3 weeks and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements with minimal errors.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere by screening and enrolling over 500 participants in 3 weeks.
Clinic Manager
Enhancing Care Foundation
Durban
09.2020 - Current
- Conducted frequent clinic walk-throughs to maintain safe work environment accommodating different studies.
- Leveraged patient feedback and performed continuous process improvements to streamline day-to-day clinical operations and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored duties assigned to personnel to promote high levels of patient care and job efficiency.
- Oversaw day-to-day clinical activities by establishing goals, objectives, standards of performance and policies and procedures
- Confirmed availability of sufficient supplies for delivery of quality patient care orders.
- Identified new areas of scientific research and provided internal training.
Clinical Research Nurse
Enhancing Care Foundation
Durban
02.2018 - Current
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Coordinated clinical trials focused on disorders such as Osteo Arthritis, Juvenile Arthritis, and COVID vaccines.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Donor Care Officer
South African National Blood Services
Durban
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Planned and set up mobile blood donation clinics
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment. Work involved carrying loads of donated blood packs
- Carried out day-day-day blood drive duties accurately and efficiently ensuring safety of donors during and after blood donations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed in the team.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere. Met blood collection targets by being involved in recruiting blood donors
Clinical Research Nurse
South African National Blood Services
Durban
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Offered pre and post HIV test counseling on blood donors who tested positive for HIV
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions in relation to HIV prevention.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals who tested positive for HIV
- Accurately documented management plan, and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patients.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained confidentiality.
Clinical Research Nurse
Enhancing Care Foundation
Durban
02.2011 - 08.2014
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Assisted in clinical procedures such as lumbar punctures,
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
Trauma Registered Nurse
eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre
Durban
07.2009 - 01.2011
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices in a 6-bed casualty section and 4-bed emergency section.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determine severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with patients, family, and healthcare team in open discussion to identify mutual goals based on nursing assessment and nursing diagnosis.
- Observed patient condition and notified physician of patient reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
- Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Renal Nurse
St. Augustine's Hospital
Durban
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently on a 16-bed unit.
- Established intravenous lines for administration of medication
- Also performed procedures like insertion of urinary catheters on female and male patients
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Oversaw administration of peritoneal dialysis in renal failure patients
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Bridging Course Leading To Registration As A Nurse
Netcare Training Academy
Durban, South Africa01.2009
Diploma of Higher Education - Bridging Course Leading To Registration As A Nurse
Netcare Training Academy
Durban, South Africa06.2007
Skills
- Informed Consent
- Research Sops Understanding
- Good Clinical Practice
- Study Coordination
- Trial Oversight
- Lab Specimens Collection and Handling (Phlebotomy)
- Monitoring Visits
- Case Report Management
- Study Protocols
- Medidata Rave
- Patient Safety
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Site Preparation
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
Certification
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults- (in progress)
- Leadership program for clinical research nurses, (in progress)
- IELTS- Overall score 6.0
- GCP Certified, Expiry Feb2024
- Registration with the South African Nurses Association
- Certificate in the basics of COVID
- Valid drivers license
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Enhancing Care Foundation
10.2020 - Current
Clinic Manager
Enhancing Care Foundation
09.2020 - Current
Clinical Research Nurse
Enhancing Care Foundation
02.2018 - Current
Donor Care Officer
South African National Blood Services
08.2016 - 01.2018
Clinical Research Nurse
South African National Blood Services
09.2014 - 07.2016
Clinical Research Nurse
Enhancing Care Foundation
02.2011 - 08.2014
Trauma Registered Nurse
eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre
07.2009 - 01.2011
Renal Nurse
St. Augustine's Hospital
08.2007 - 06.2009
Nursing Diploma - Bridging Course Leading To Registration As A Nurse
Netcare Training Academy
Diploma of Higher Education - Bridging Course Leading To Registration As A Nurse
Netcare Training Academy
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