BADANISILE THWALA
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Nelspruit,MP
Summary
Dynamic Specialized Professional Nurse with a proven track record at Mediclinic Nelspruit, excelling in infection control and compassionate care. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication. Committed to quality improvement and patient education, ensuring optimal health outcomes and fostering trust in diverse populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialized Professional Nurse
Mediclinic Nelspruit
01.2025 - Current
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
- Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication.
- Implemented effective pain management strategies, optimizing patient comfort levels during their stay.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with clientele.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide decision-making in patient care delivery.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on the urgency of patient needs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining meticulous documentation and clear handoff communication.
- Continually assessed patient needs, updating care plans accordingly to optimize treatment effectiveness.
- Streamlined nursing procedures for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when handling complex cases or responding to emergency situations.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Nimart Professional Nurse
Institute of Health Programme and Systems
11.2021 - 01.2025
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
CliCKS
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Continuously monitored vaccine supply levels and expiration dates, minimizing waste and optimizing resource utilization at vaccination clinics.
- Coordinated with local public health officials to ensure accurate and timely reporting of vaccination data for tracking purposes.
- Implemented infection control measures during vaccine administration, reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for both staff and patients.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling process for vaccination clinics, reducing wait times and improving overall efficiency.
- Maintained detailed records of vaccinations administered, ensuring accurate reporting for public health purposes.
- Ensured proper vaccine storage and handling, maintaining the efficacy of doses administered to patients.
- Assisted in coordinating vaccine distribution efforts, effectively allocating resources and managing supplies for optimal clinic performance.
- Contributed to ongoing quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on processes and procedures related to vaccine administration.
- Developed effective strategies for managing clinic flow at high-volume vaccination sites while prioritizing patient care.
- Educated patients on the importance of vaccination, addressing concerns and providing accurate information about possible side effects.
- Stayed up-to-date on evolving guidelines for COVID-19 vaccines, applying current best practices when administering doses to patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering efficient and accurate COVID-19 vaccinations in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and alleviating anxiety regarding the vaccination process.
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
Community Service Professional Nurse
Ekombe Hospital
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
- Implemented innovative solutions that led to increased customer retention rates and overall satisfaction levels.
- Provided comprehensive support to clients during the entire service process, from initial inquiry to final resolution.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service skills.
- Improved overall service quality by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Managed high-volume workloads while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction.
- Exceeded performance goals by effectively managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Delivered exceptional results under pressure by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.
- Increased customer loyalty through personalized attention and genuine care for their needs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Master of Science - Health
University of South Africa
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Tb Prevention And Management
Aquity Innovation
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Medical Male Circumcision
Department of Health
Online 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Good Clinical Practice
Alison
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of South Africa
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing Nimart
Aquah Training School
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Btech in Nursing Science
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Health promotion
Quality improvement
Compassionate care
Clinical judgment
Disease prevention
Ethical practice
End-of-life care
Public health awareness
Infection control measures
Medication administration
Patient counseling
Vaccine administration
Newborn care
Intravenous therapy
Patient consultation
Care plan development
Insulin medication assistance
Emergency procedures
Family education
Medical recordkeeping
Strong clinical judgment
Women's health exams
Preventive health
Family planning services education
Nursing staff leadership
Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Specialized Professional Nurse
Mediclinic Nelspruit
01.2025 - Current
Nimart Professional Nurse
Institute of Health Programme and Systems
11.2021 - 01.2025
COVID-19 Vaccinator
CliCKS
07.2021 - 09.2021
Community Service Professional Nurse
Ekombe Hospital
02.2020 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Health
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
No Degree - Tb Prevention And Management
Aquity Innovation
04.2001 -
No Degree - Medical Male Circumcision
Department of Health
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Good Clinical Practice
Alison
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing Nimart
Aquah Training School
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Btech in Nursing Science
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
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