Celinhlanhla Manqele

•Admission of the patient into the acute or chronic treatment centre, recording and recapping of medical and surgical history

•Obtain patient information and inform billing department according to unit protocol

•Updating this information as the need arises according to unit protocol

•Obtain a Dialysis Prescription from the treating Nephrologist or Physician

•Ensure that the dialysis machine has been disinfected before use

•Lining and priming of machines with correct consumables

•Weighing the patient and calculating the dry weight and fluid removal

•Monitoring and recording of baseline vital signs.

•Carry out all procedures strictly in accordance with NephroCare Standard Good Dialysis Care (ZA-CI-09-03) and NephroCare Standard Hygiene and Infection Control (ZA-CI-09-04) and NephroCare Standard Water Concentrate and Dialysis Fluid for Haemodialysis and Related Therapies (ZA-CI-10-03)

•Record and Report all patient data accurately using the Database.

•Administration of prescribed medication as per doctor’s orders

•Disinfect the machines as per protocol

•Education of patient on renal disease aetiology and treatment modes, blood results, support services and dietary restrictions

•Update all patient files frequently and document all incidents to ensure medico legal requirements are met

•Stock ordering and control as delegated by the unit manager

•Environmental safety and Infection control must be adhered

•Comply with Immunization policy

•Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Clinic Head Nurse within the Scope of Practise of the Registered Nurse

• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
• Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.

• Assessing, observing, and speaking to patients.

• Recording details and symptoms of patient medical history

and current health.

• Preparing patients for exams and treatment.

• Administering medications and treatments, then monitoring

patients for side effects and reactions.

• Creating, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans

with the medical team.

• Performing wound care, such as cleaning and bandaging

them.• Assisting in medical procedures as needed.

• Operating and monitoring medical equipment.

• Drawing blood, urine samples, and other body fluids for lab

work.

• Educating patients and family members on treatment and

care plans, as well as answering their questions.

• Supervising licensed practical and vocational nurses, nursing

assistants, and nursing students