Leanie Bessinger

• Promote the Eden Alternative philosophy and the Rand Aid Way to enhance resident well-being.
• Ensure exceptional care quality for residents across all levels.
• Conduct tours for prospective families, showcasing our premier care facilities.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, social workers, and families.
• Perform daily rounds to assess resident health and well-being.
• Facilitate prompt referrals to medical professionals when necessary.
• Prioritize resident safety, security, and integrity in all operations.
• Oversee and manage care procedures, ensuring staff compliance and awareness.
• Implement infection control protocols to safeguard resident health.
• Deliver comprehensive in-service training, fostering professional development in resident care.
• Assist in the integration and maintenance of detailed resident care plans across all wings.
• Supervise the Recreation Centre, ensuring engaging activities for residents.
• Foster open communication with families regarding resident care and progress.
• Coordinate referrals to occupational therapists and social workers for enhanced support.
• Participate in multidisciplinary committees to advance care strategies for residents.
• Efficiently manage staffing needs, including scheduling and personnel replacements.
• PNS/RAA ad-hoc's invoicing, HO23`s and motivation documentation.
• Keep accident and abuse registers updated for safety compliance.
• Oversee monthly inventory for all wings.
• Collect statistics from various wings.
• Manage stock control and distribution to all care wings.
• Mentor and supervise nursing and medical students, promoting hands-on learning.
• Facilitate fire drill to ensure staff preparedness.
• Handling HR related matters regarding staff.
• On call 24/7 for the care centre and village emergencies, for after hours support.
• Establish and managed the Covid-19 isolation wings during the pandemic.
• Coordinated the Covid-19 vaccine drive for RAA.
• Act as Nursing Manager when required, maintaining leadership and operational continuity.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive resident care, ensuring optimal outcomes through proactive problem-solving.
• Coordinated care efforts among families, doctors, and social workers to enhance patient outcomes.
• Administered and monitored medication with a focus on patient safety and compliance.
• Updated medication charts, promoting accurate patient care and adherence to protocols.
• Performed daily dressings and pressure care, prioritizing patient comfort and recovery.
• Reported patient deterioration promptly for timely interventions, ensuring quality care.
• Supervised nursing care delivered by Enrolled Nurses, ENAs, and Care Workers, upholding high standards of resident care.
• Facilitated effective communication among all staff, enhancing teamwork and resident outcomes.
• Motivated resident engagement in activities, creating a holistic recovery environment.
• Coordinated referrals to specialized care providers to ensure tailored resident support.
• Conducted comprehensive handovers with a focus on ill residents, ensuring continuity of care.
• Delivered targeted in-service training, empowering nursing staff with essential skills.
• Managed urgent referrals for resident emergencies efficiently, ensuring timely access to care.
• Submitted thorough referral letters, guaranteeing continuity in care for follow-up appointments.
• Oversaw compliance and safety of Schedule 5 medications, maintaining strict control protocols.
• Conducted daily counts of medications during shift handovers to ensure operational integrity.
• Managed timely medical assessments, ensuring compliance and quality care for all residents.
• Maintained medical and linen inventory, ensuring optimal equipment functionality and availability.
• Uphold cleanliness and maintenance standards in wing to provide a safe and welcoming environment.
• Promoted daily mobility initiatives and supported physiotherapy exercises, enhancing patient recovery.
• Provided situational in-service training to foster a culture of continuous learning among staff.
• Ordered and supervised meal service delivery, adhering to nutritional standards.
• Liaised effectively with management regarding medical concerns to ensure a responsive healthcare environment.

Expertly manage the Outpatient Department, overseeing diverse clinics including General Practice, Podiatry, Radiology, and various Specialists, ensuring optimal patient care delivery.

• Coordinate all specialist bookings, enhancing operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Supervise OPD staff, promoting excellence in nursing standards and quality service delivery.
• Analyze and manage Department of Social Development statistics, contributing to comprehensive data tracking for daily clinic operations.
• Conduct DQ98 assessments and annual nursing evaluations for residents, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
• Oversee nursing care plan reviews monthly and support weekly unit evaluations to uphold professional service levels.
• Lead community initiatives, including CSI projects for dental and cataract procedures, addressing the needs of underprivileged populations.
• Maintain accurate asset registers and monitor weekly orders, supporting effective resource management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and performance management processes, fostering teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Streamline interview, training, and onboarding processes for new staff, enhancing team capabilities and service quality.
• Address and resolve patient complaints proactively, ensuring a responsive and compassionate care environment.
• Track wound care and medication errors diligently, contributing to patient safety and quality improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with the Nursing Manager in daily operations, providing essential support and oversight for clinical procedures.

• Delivered nursing care in a Medical Centre featuring 12 GP practices, with proficiency in IV insertion, medication administration, and emergency management, while also excelling in procedural assistance, medical assessments.
• Managed stock control and ordering, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
• Conducted various medical assessments, enhancing service offerings and patient satisfaction.
• Streamlined IV administration and suturing for enhanced patient care.

• Co-Owned and Managed a Golf Course, overseeing all operations in partnership with spouse.
• Spearheaded Administrative and Marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and attract clientele.
• Directed Staff Management and Payroll processes to ensure optimal team performance.
• Executed Inventory Control and Stock Ordering, maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste.
• Engaged in Full-Time Golf Playing, fostering community relationships and promoting course visibility.

• Provided comprehensive support in a Single GP practice, excelling in administrative and clinical tasks.
• Performed IV insertion and administration, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Assisted in minor procedures such as suturing lacerations and removing skin lesions, enhancing procedural efficiency.
• Conducted Effort ECGs and Insurance Medicals, demonstrating proficiency in diagnostic assessments.
• Specialized in venesection, ensuring accurate and efficient blood sampling practices.
• Managed stock control and ordering, optimizing resource availability.
• Administered lung function tests, contributing to the evaluation of respiratory health.
• Executed Commercial Diving Medicals and SAMA Medicals, meeting regulatory health standards.
• Assessed and managed emergency situations, showcasing decisive clinical judgment.
• Dispensed chronic and acute medications, ensuring meticulous adherence to treatment protocols.
• Delivered expert wound care, promoting optimal healing and patient recovery.
• Streamlined reception and admin tasks, improving patient flow and satisfaction.

• Collaborated in a dynamic Medical Centre alongside 10 General Practitioners, enhancing patient care and facilitating efficient operations.
• Performed venesection, IV insertion, and administration of IV medications, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Delivered comprehensive wound care and conducted effort ECGs, demonstrating acute assessment skills in emergencies.
• Executed suturing of lacerations and assisted physicians in minor procedures, showcasing technical proficiency and teamwork.