Christoffel Petrus Geldenhuys

Nurse

Netcare

01.2007 - 10.2018

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.