Busisiwe Mabaso
Registered Nurse
Richards Bay
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mabika Renal Services, excelling in dialysis management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and compassionate communication. Skilled in wound care and adept at leading nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mabika Renal Services
07.2022 - Current
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Cared for patients from predialyis, intra dialysis and post dialysis
- Gave heath education on newly diagnosed dialysis patients and help them be a part of their own care by chose a mode of dialysis best suited for their lifestyle and professions
- Managed quality of life indicators for our patients e.g Hb, calcium, phosphates and potassium to ensure prolonged quality of life
- Managed patients health through monthly bloods together with physicians to make sure patient care is delivered according to each patient’s needs
Registered Nurse
National Renal Care
10.2017 - 06.2022
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Managed renal patients from connection to dialysis machine, intradialysis and post dialysis
- Managed patient quality of life with a chronic condition by managing Hb, bone disease and fluid control between dialysis days
- Health education to patients and family living with chronic kidney failure on management of hypertension and diabetes.
Registered Nurse
Helen Joseph Hospital
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Staff Nurse
Helen Joseph Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2015
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing - Health Care
Ann Latsky Nursing College
Aucklandpark 05.2016
Skills
Wound care
Patient management
Care planning
Medication and IV administration
Nursing staff leadership
Vaccine administration
Dialysis management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mabika Renal Services
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
National Renal Care
10.2017 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Helen Joseph Hospital
08.2015 - 09.2017
Staff Nurse
Helen Joseph Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2015
Diploma in General Nursing - Health Care
Ann Latsky Nursing College