Mr. Mbuyiselwa Cosmos Ngubo
Highflats,South Africa
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated, bringing strong communication and problem-solving skills to role. Proficient in patient care and team collaboration, ensuring smooth operations and supportive environment. Committed to delivering quality healthcare and positive patient outcomes in Critical Care and Emergency Nurse role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Professional Nurse Speciality-ICU/High Care
Port Shepstone Regional Hospital
Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal
11.2024 - Current
- Perform lifesaving interventions during critical incidents whilst maintaining composure under pressure:
- Lead health education sessions for families, alleviate anxieties regarding patient condition and treatment process.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-standard, comprehensive care.
- Serve as mentor for junior staff nurses; enhance professional development within department.
- Provide quality patient care by administering medication, monitoring vital signs and communicating with medical team.
- Enhance patient well-being with compassionate bedside manner and effective pain management.
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition; adjust care plan as needed for optimal results.
- Regularly evaluate patient progress towards goals; make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
- Utilise advanced technology equipment for monitoring critically ill patients; ensure accurate data collection.
- Coordinate discharge planning for smooth transition from hospital to home environment.
- Improve communication amongst team by facilitating daily huddles and debriefings.
- Administer intravenous fluids and medications per doctor's orders; maintain strict aseptic technique throughout procedures.
- Implement treatment plans for improved patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports; facilitate seamless handovers between shifts.
- Administer lifesaving procedures, stabilise critical patients in emergency situations.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of new admissions to determine immediate care requirements.
- Advocate on behalf of patients' best interests; liaise with healthcare providers to ensure delivery of appropriate services.
- Assist doctors during examinations or surgical procedures, ensuring safe environment for the patients.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies by adhering strictly to best practice guidelines and protocols.
- Develop individualised nursing care plans, resulting in improved patient recovery rates.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary nursing teams for excellent care continuity.
- Inform patients and relatives of treatment plans and expected outcomes.
- Assess patient health needs quickly to deliver rapid emergency support.
- Administer, store and handle medication within outlined regulations.
- Identify patient deterioration through diligent observations.
- Evaluate patients' physical, psychological and social issues to identify appropriate nursing interventions.
- Apply wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
- Maintain patient privacy and dignity throughout treatment and care.
- Implement and maintain core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
- Record incidents promptly, escalating to senior nursing staff for assistance.
- Counsel caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and patient care options.
- Deal with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Work with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Use oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dress surgical wounds, monitor healing and replace bandages to prevent infections.
- Track and address patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Oversee, train and mentor student and junior nursing staff.
- Ease family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Unit manager
Christ The King District Hospital
Ixopo, KwaZulu-Natal
Sept 2023 - Oct 2024
- Participated in recruitment process for selecting competent candidates for the unit.
- Resolved conflicts swiftly within the team, maintained harmonious work environment.
- Ensured adherence to policies and protocols by supervising daily activities of staff members.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during all operations.
- Liaised with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Developed strategic plans for achieving unit objectives.
- Led team through successful project completions for enhanced productivity.
- Managed resources effectively for optimal utilisation.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, reduced learning curve period significantly.
- Implemented new systems and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated staff development programmes, increased skill set across the unit.
Professional Nurse Speciality-ICU/High Care
Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital
Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal
Mar 2023 - Aug 2024
Professional Nurse-Emergency Department
Murchison District Hospital
Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal
Mar 2015 - Feb 2023
- Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines whilst delivering nursing services, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, preventing cross-contamination in the ward.
- Managed wound dressings for improved healing process.
- Documented all nursing interventions accurately, maintaining up-to-date records.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, achieving optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in regular professional training sessions for continuous skill improvement.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within the healthcare system.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient operations.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting abnormalities early.
- Educated family members about disease prevention practices, strengthening community health literacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations to ensure patient safety.
- Administered medication to patients for symptom management.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
Education
Diploma in Nursing Science
KwaZulu Natal College Of Nursing
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Jan 2011 - Dec 2014
Diploma in Medical/Surgical Nursing Science - Emergency Nursing Specialisation
KwaZulu Natal College of Nursing
Durban, South Africa Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency care
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- Wound management
- Team supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Resource management
- Staff training
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Emotional support
- Professional advocacy
- Advanced medical record keeping
- Documentation accuracy
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Professional Nurse Speciality-ICU/High Care
Port Shepstone Regional Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Unit manager
Christ The King District Hospital
Sept 2023 - Oct 2024
Professional Nurse Speciality-ICU/High Care
Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital
Mar 2023 - Aug 2024
Diploma in Medical/Surgical Nursing Science - Emergency Nursing Specialisation
KwaZulu Natal College of Nursing
Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
Professional Nurse-Emergency Department
Murchison District Hospital
Mar 2015 - Feb 2023
Diploma in Nursing Science
KwaZulu Natal College Of Nursing
Jan 2011 - Dec 2014
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