Kulase Sophy Sigama
Comm Serve Registered Nurse
09 Comet Street, Riverbend Gardens Ext 7, Bedworthpark, Vereeninging
Summary
I am currently a public servant,serving my Professional Nurse Community Service at Kopanong Hospital for a period of one year. I have been a caring Nursing Assistant with 15 years of background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in the healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff. I have established rapport of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family and staff. With my hardworking , passionate and strong organizational skills, I stand eager to secure an entry-level permanent Professional Registered Nurse position.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant Grade 1
Kopanong Hospital
02.2014 - Current
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Nursing Assistant
Zanele Mbeki Old And Frail Care Center
02.2010 - 01.2014
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Auxiliary Nurse
Avondrus Oudehuis
08.2009 - 01.2010
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and effective listening skills.
Education
Diploma - Nursing(General,Pyschiatric And Community)&Midwife
Chris Hani Baragwanath Nursing College
Soweto, South Africa 04.2001 -
Certificate - General Nursing Science
Thuto Bophelo Nursing Academy
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
undefinedPersonal Details
- Name : Kulase Sophy
- Surname : Sigama
- Date of birth : 18 July 1981
- Identity No. : 8107180535085
- Gender : Female
- Nationality : RSA
- Race : African
- Marital status : Married
- Home language : Sesotho
- Other language : Tshivenda, Setswana, English, IsiXhosa ,IsiZulu
- Alt-contact number : 0827075948
References
1. Institution: Thuto Bophelo Academy
Tel no. : (012) 323 3375
2. Institution: Avondrus Oude Huis
Tel no. : (016) 428 4021
3. Institution: Zanele Mbeki Frail Care Centre
Tel no. : (011) 817 7301
4. Institution: Kopanong Hospital
Name : Hlubi Dlangamandla
Job title : Enrolled Nurse
Tel no. : (016) 248 7099-W/ (084) 767 1778-C
5. Institution: Chris Hani Baragwanath Nursing College
Name : Thamaga Makhudu
Job title : Lecturer
Tel no. : (011) 983 3014-W/ (076) 326 5402-C
Timeline
Nursing Assistant Grade 1
Kopanong Hospital
02.2014 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Zanele Mbeki Old And Frail Care Center
02.2010 - 01.2014
Auxiliary Nurse
Avondrus Oudehuis
08.2009 - 01.2010
Diploma - Nursing(General,Pyschiatric And Community)&Midwife
Chris Hani Baragwanath Nursing College
04.2001 -
Certificate - General Nursing Science
Thuto Bophelo Nursing Academy
04.2001 -
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