Busisiwe Zimela
Enrolled Nursing Assistant
Khayelitsha
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Enrolled Nursing Assistant
Kraaifontein CHC
Cape Town
11.2015 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Enrolled Nursing Assistant
Khayelitsha District Hospital
Cape Town
11.2013 - 12.2014
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Zamukulungisa High School
Mthatha 04.2001 - 04.2014
Skills
Medical wards
Surgical wards
Ultra sounds
Labour wards
Overnight
Trauma
Peadretic wards
Good organizing skills
Effective and excellent communication skills
Excellent administration abilities
Adaptable within any environment to perform independently also in multi-disciplinary
Great numerical skills
Effective customer care skills
Good written and communication abilities in various languages
Risk management
Analytical problem solving ability
Adhere to safety precaution ensure adherence to occupational health and safety policies
Ability to communicate in atleast two of the three official languages of Western Cape
Vital Sign Monitoring
Mobility Assistance
Patient Care
Infection Control
Light Housekeeping
Medication Administration
Quality Assurance
Medical terminology knowledge
Patient Feeding
Supply Restocking
Recording vital signs
Basic Life Support
Patient relationship building
Patient-focused care
Healthcare ethics
Computer literate
Catheter Care
Direct Patient Care
Client documentation
Companionship and emotional support
Medical Records Management
Records Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Professionalism
Patient Management
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Blood Sugar Monitoring
Availability
Immediately
Religion
Christian
Nursing Duties
- Washing of patients
- Feeding and reporting of condition
- Mouth care
- Mobilization of the old people
- Observation temperature, pulse respirator, BP, weight
- Admission, transfers and discharge
- Communication
- Keep patients confidentiality
- Record keeping/data capturing of patients information
- Doctor's orders
- Hygiene and turning of bedridden
- Intake and output
- Washing patients
- Record Keeping /data capturing of patients information
- Doctors orders
Personal Information
- ID Number: 840814 0739 084
- Date of Birth: 08/14/84
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Single
Key Focus
- To achieve an organisational objective, one needs to be objective and efficient in what you do
- Being self-motivated and purpose driven as an individual and striving to deliver the best result
- I value order and professional in the workplace
- Remain focused and being determined to achieve set goals
References
- Sr Ntetha, Professional Nurse, 081 420 8951
- Sr Smith, Manager at Kraaifontein CHC, 076912 3861
Timeline
Enrolled Nursing Assistant
Kraaifontein CHC
11.2015 - Current
Enrolled Nursing Assistant
Khayelitsha District Hospital
11.2013 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Zamukulungisa High School
04.2001 - 04.2014