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MATENG BENEDICTA
Cape Town
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated registered nurse with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and emergency patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective evidence based practices.
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered nurse and midwife
Mediclinic Cape Gate
11.2024 - Current
- Discipline/responsibilities: trauma and emergency;
- Administered patient care, ensuring compliance with established protocols and safety standards.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs, ensuring timely interventions and support.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- reference; RN Asanda Kabatshana; 0826928289
Registered nurse and midwife
Karl Bremmer Hospital
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Discipline/responsibilities: Obstetrics (Midwife); antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable birthing environment by implementing evidence-based practices in pain management techniques.
- Reduced complications during childbirth with vigilant monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout labor.
- completed over 60 successful deliveries.
- Reference: SR. Gwen Boyce(OPM), (TEL; 0832385800)
Registered nurse(RN)
Lilac Residence Rosehaven
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Discipline/Responsibilities: Frail care/aged care.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes to update care plans and enhance outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe healthcare environment for residents.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Reference: SR. Evelyn Megah ( Tel:0817612225).
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing And Midwifery
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa11-2023
Skills
- Computer literate
- fluent in English (overall 7 in IELTS)
- Practice with evidence based
- Patient communicator
- Preventive health
- Seizure and chest pain management
- Medication and IV administration
- Basic life support trained
- Patient assessments and strong clinical judgment
- Lab result interpretation
- Nursing staff leadership and team coordination
- Emergency procedures
- Emergency care
- NCLEX RN Exam booked
Interests
Certification
- 1) Basic Life Support Year obtained: 2025-02-11 Institution: Resuscitation Council of South Africa.
- 2) South African Nursing council licensorship Year obtained: 2024-02 SANC Number: 16864506
Timeline
Registered nurse and midwife
Mediclinic Cape Gate
11.2024 - Current
Registered nurse and midwife
Karl Bremmer Hospital
09.2024 - 11.2024
Registered nurse(RN)
Lilac Residence Rosehaven
03.2024 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing And Midwifery
University of The Western Cape
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS
Institution: University of the Western Cape
Award obtained: Dean’s Merit Award (academic excellence)
Year obtained: 2020, Institution: University of the Western Cape
Award obtained: Midwifery award of excellence
Year obtained: 2022