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Naledi Ntema

Naledi Ntema

Johannesburg

Summary

Compassionate Professional Nurse with expertise in emergency medicine, critical care, orthopaedics, psychiatry, and family medicine. Proven ability to deliver holistic patient care in fast-paced environments. Eager to leverage skills and contribute to team success while pursuing ongoing professional development.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional nurse and Midwife

Pelonomi Private Hospital
Bloemfontein
04.2026 - Current

Administered medication to treat condition, reduce symptoms and prevent severity of illness.

  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs, adjusting care plans as necessary.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, accurately documenting findings and alerting physicians to any changes requiring attention.
  • Triaged incoming patients efficiently, prioritising care based on severity of conditions.
  • Advocated for patient needs, ensuring high standards of care were consistently met.
  • Maintained detailed records of baby's daily routines, feeding times, and developmental milestones for parental reference.
  • Assisted obstetricians during labour and delivery, providing both medical and emotional support to mothers.
  • Assisted mothers in postnatal recovery with guidance on self-care, emotional support, and physical health management.
  • Monitored vital signs and administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
  • Provided emergency first aid and CPR when required, ensuring immediate response to any potential health risks.
  • Conducted routine checks on baby's health, including monitoring temperature and identifying signs of discomfort or illness.
  • Offered expert advice on infant nutrition, breastfeeding techniques, and bottle-feeding to optimise baby health.
  • Monitored patient pain and discomfort to assess needs for therapies or painkilling drugs.
  • Educated families on child safety, including SIDS prevention measures and the safe use of baby equipment.
  • Asswasting other units when there is a shortage of staff and/or low patient occupancy
  • These include surgical, general and emergency units
  • Advocated for patients' rights and wellbeing, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
  • Supervised, trained and mentored new nurses on nursing requirements and procedures.
  • Conducted wound care management, applying dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
  • Kept unit and stations well-stocked with necessary supplies for timely clinical care.

Professional nurse and Midwife

Pelonomi Private hospital
Bloemfontein
12.2025 - 02.2026
  • Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
  • Conducted patient assessments to identify care needs, preferences, and potential risks.
  • Delivered emergency care and first aid as required, acting quickly to stabilise patients.
  • Utilised infection control measures to maintain a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease prevention and health maintenance practices.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients following prescribed healthcare plans.
  • Conducted wound care management, applying dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to plan and implement patient care plans effectively.
  • Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
  • Assisted obstetricians during labour and delivery, providing both medical and emotional support to mothers.
  • Assisted mothers in postnatal recovery with guidance on self-care, emotional support, and physical health management.
  • Guided parents through the initial stages of parenthood, offering advice on infant care and development.
  • Monitored vital signs and administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
  • Monitored patient pain and discomfort to assess needs for therapies or painkilling drugs.
  • Addressed and answered questions for families regarding patient treatment, health and progress.
  • Maintained detailed records of baby's daily routines, feeding times, and developmental milestones for parental reference.

Professional Nurse

Life Empangeni Hospital
Empangeni
09.2025 - 11.2025
  • Pre-operative care of surgical patients.
  • Admission and discharge of patients caring for step down patients from ICU.
  • Documentation and record keeping.
  • Fostered strong patient relationships through effective communication, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and compliance.
  • Managed pre-operative and post-operative care for diverse surgical patients, including paediatric cases, ensuring smooth recovery and adherence to medical protocols.
  • Performed venipuncture, IV insertions, and administered medications including blood transfusions, while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with drug handling regulations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during doctor's rounds, executing medical orders effectively and providing comprehensive health education and counselling to patients and their families.
  • Delivered tailored health education and counselling to patients and families, promoting wellness and disease prevention in diverse community settings.
  • Managed medication schedules and ensured accurate allergy and drug interaction checks to maintain patient safety.
  • Coordinated comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care to ensure continuity of patient recovery and reduce hospital readmissions.

Community Service Professional Nurse

Ngwelezana Hospital
Empangeni
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments in diverse community settings to identify patient needs and risks.
  • Delivered holistic patient care by addressing individual socio-economic needs.
  • Provided health education and counseling to patients and families to promote wellness and disease prevention.
  • Utilised emergency care expertise to deliver timely support to diverse patient populations.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and monitored patient responses.
  • Implemented infection control measures to protect patients from complications.
  • Maintained safety and hygiene standards in patient care areas to promote healing.
  • Fostered strong patient relationships, resulting in improved satisfaction scores.
  • Critical Care experience for 3 months where I provided holistic, individualized care to patients and ensured that patient advocacy was respected to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Experience in both male and female medical units where I provided care for patients with various conditions of varying ages.
  • Developed and implemented tailored treatment strategies for orthopedic patients, enhancing recovery and rehabilitation.
  • Provided holistic support to psychiatric patients, integrating physical therapy with emotional and psychological care to facilitate healing.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed patient records to ensure continuity of care and support clinical decision-making.

Residence Academic Advisor

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Guided freshmen through essential support channels, enhancing their transition and overall experience at the institution.
  • Delivered targeted academic assistance and stress relief sessions, promoting student well-being and academic success.
  • Fostered personal growth by addressing socio-economic challenges, contributing to a holistic development approach.
  • Monitored student progress and intervened early to promote academic development and success.

Tutor

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback to foster academic growth.
  • Fostered positive, inclusive learning environment that supported diverse student needs.
  • Employed diverse teaching tools and technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Leveraged expertise in microbiology to enhance students' comprehension and boost academic performance, resulting in higher test scores and increased satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor - integrated general nursing and midwifery

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
01-2024

High school diploma -

Reutwahetse Secondary School
Excelsior
01-2019

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Wound care management
  • Infection Control
  • Clinical Judgement
  • Health Assessment
  • Emergency Care
  • Critical Care
  • Psychiatric Support
  • Risk Management
  • Team collaboration
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Patient Advocacy

Languages

Sesotho
English
Isizulu
Sepedi
Setswana

Custom

  • Busaphi Zuma, Life Empangeni Hospital, Empangeni, 0765776730, Busaphi.zuma@lifehealth-care.co.za
  • Tracy Mbashe, Life Empangeni Hospital, Empangeni, 0743705338, tando456767@gmail.com
  • Lindiwe Thabethe, Ngwelezana Hospital, Empangeni, 0658992814, lindiwethabethe@gmail.com
  • Smangela Monaphi, Ngwelezana Hospital, Empangeni, 0630283476, spmonaphi@hotmail.com
  • Pearl Nd;lovu, Ngwelezana Hospital, Empangeni, 0843215212, zinhlendlovu242@gmail.com
  • Nombuyiselo Khuse, Pelonomi Private Hospital, Bloemfontein, 0691972930

      nkhuse9@gmail.com 

Chantel Grootboom, Pelonomi Private Hospital, Bloemfontein,  0749034974

  challytheo@gmail.com 

Interests

  • I enjoy learning new things Especially about new conditions and different treatment methods
  • I enjoy reading, anything fun and funny
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Timeline

Professional nurse and Midwife

Pelonomi Private Hospital
04.2026 - Current

Professional nurse and Midwife

Pelonomi Private hospital
12.2025 - 02.2026

Professional Nurse

Life Empangeni Hospital
09.2025 - 11.2025

Community Service Professional Nurse

Ngwelezana Hospital
04.2024 - 03.2025

Residence Academic Advisor

University of the Witwatersrand
03.2023 - 10.2023

Tutor

University of the Witwatersrand
02.2023 - 10.2023

Bachelor - integrated general nursing and midwifery

University of the Witwatersrand

High school diploma -

Reutwahetse Secondary School
Naledi Ntema