Keresemese Fokotsane
Registered Professional Nurse
Botshabelo
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at the Department of Health, excelling in patient management and critical care. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and effective communication. Skilled in medication administration and wound care, while fostering a supportive environment for both patients and families during challenging times.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Department of Health
05.2015 - Current
- 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.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing Science - Nursing Science
Free State School of Nursing
Bloemfontein, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Wound care
Patient management
Care planning
Medication and IV administration
IV setup
Emergency response
Nursing staff leadership
Vaccine administration
Chart updating
Critical care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Department of Health
05.2015 - Current
Diploma in General Nursing Science - Nursing Science
Free State School of Nursing
04.2001 -
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