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Mapula Tryphina Phiri

Professional Nurse
Polokwane

Summary


Healthcare professional prepared to excel in professional nursing role. History of providing high-quality patient care, ensuring safety and comfort, and adapting swiftly to changing medical environments. Known for strong team collaboration and achieving patient-centered results. Skilled in clinical assessment, patient education, and care coordination.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Professional Nurse

Limpopo Department of Health
01.2024 - Current
  • Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
  • Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication.

Professional Nurse

Nurses on Call
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Professional nurse working via an agency at private hospitals around Johannesburg
  • Implemented effective pain management strategies, optimizing patient comfort levels during their stay.
  • Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on the urgency of patient needs.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining meticulous documentation and clear handoff communication.
  • Continually assessed patient needs, updating care plans accordingly to optimize treatment effectiveness.
  • Streamlined nursing procedures for increased efficiency and reduced errors.

Community Service Professional Nurse

Limpopo Department of Health
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Further practical exposure to emergency unit, public healthcare centres and maternity unit post tertiary studies.
  • Spent 3 months at emergency unit, another 3 months at a public healthcare centre and 6 months at a maternity unit (antenatal, labor and postnatal care)
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Education

R425 Diploma in Nursing And Midwifery -

Limpopo Nursing College
Polokwane, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

National Senior Certificate -

Millennium College
Polokwane
04.2001 -

Skills

Health promotion

Quality improvement

Compassionate care

Clinical judgment

Disease prevention

Ethical practice

Public health awareness

Cultural history

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Medication administration

Certification

Basic Life Support

Timeline

Professional Nurse

Limpopo Department of Health
01.2024 - Current

Professional Nurse

Nurses on Call
09.2023 - 12.2023

Basic Life Support

08-2023

Community Service Professional Nurse

Limpopo Department of Health
08.2022 - 07.2023

Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses

07-2022

R425 Diploma in Nursing And Midwifery -

Limpopo Nursing College
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

University of The Witwatersrand
04.2001 -

National Senior Certificate -

Millennium College
04.2001 -
Mapula Tryphina PhiriProfessional Nurse