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Gladys Tintswalo Khoza
Prefessional Nurse
2549 BLOCK P SOSHANGUVE PRETORIA
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse with exceptional background of performance. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Professional Nurse
ODI DISTRICT HOSPITAL
PRETORIA
01.2020 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
STUDENT NURSE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
PRETOTIA
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Helped physicians complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding and charted intake for review.
- Completed skilled phlebotomy tasks to obtain needed biological specimens for laboratory testing.
- Completed medical facility experience while under supervision of qualified staff.
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
- managed a ward of more than 30 patients
- Helped physicians complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures
- Completed skilled phlebotomy tasks to obtain needed biological specimens for laboratory testing
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding and charted intake for review
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Administered medications to 30 patients and monitored response to medications
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
- 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
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Bakery Assistant
ASUPER SPAR
PRETORIA
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Followed production chart to keep hot, fresh products available daily.
- Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at end of each shift.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty and consistent revenue.
- Assisted bakers with procuring necessary ingredients from inventory area during high-volume periods with demanding order levels.
- Assisted up to 200 customers per day with helpful attitude and positive approach.
- Lifted and moved items weighing over 50 kg using proper lifting techniques.
Education
FOUR DIPLOMA - GENERAL,COMMUNITY,PSYCHIATRIC NURSING AND MIDWIFRY
SG LOURENS NURSING COLLEGE
PTRETORI, SOUTH AFRICA 01.2016 - 12.2019
National Diploma - Local Government Management
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 01.2009 - 12.2012
Skills
Preventive health
Software
Certification
Licensed Registered professional nurse -
Interests
Social development activities
Timeline
Registered Professional Nurse
ODI DISTRICT HOSPITAL
01.2020 - Current
STUDENT NURSE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
01.2016 - 12.2019
FOUR DIPLOMA - GENERAL,COMMUNITY,PSYCHIATRIC NURSING AND MIDWIFRY
SG LOURENS NURSING COLLEGE
01.2016 - 12.2019
Bakery Assistant
ASUPER SPAR
05.2014 - 01.2016
National Diploma - Local Government Management
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2009 - 12.2012
Licensed Registered professional nurse -
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