Noluvo Ntanga
Summary
Caring Nurse with 11 years of experience in diverse healthcare organisation working with surgical patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for pre and post surgical patients and families.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Professional nurse Surgical ward
Mediclinic Stelenbosch
Stelenbosch, South Africa
04.2025 - Current
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, preventing cross-contamination in the ward.
- Documented all nursing interventions accurately, maintaining up-to-date records.
- Liaised with allied healthcare providers for comprehensive patient treatment strategies.
- Participated in regular professional training sessions for continuous skill improvement.
- Developed personalised care plans with medical professionals for better patient outcomes.
- Delivered post-operative care to surgical patients, promoting swift recovery.
- Conducted health assessments on new patients, identifying potential health risks.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient operations.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, achieving optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient discharge planning effectively ensuring smooth transition from hospital to home care.
- Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines whilst delivering nursing services, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
Professional nurse Surgical ward
Mediclinic Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2013 - 07.2024
- Delivered post-operative care to surgical patients, promoting swift recovery.
- Documented all nursing interventions accurately, maintaining up-to-date records.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient operations.
- Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines whilst delivering nursing services, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Liaised with allied healthcare providers for comprehensive patient treatment strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, preventing cross-contamination in the ward.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Participated in regular professional training sessions for continuous skill improvement.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, achieving optimal patient outcomes.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
Professional Nurse (Community Service)
Stikland Psychiatric Hospital
Bellvile, South Africa
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines whilst delivering nursing services, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Liaised with allied healthcare providers for comprehensive patient treatment strategies.
- Administered medication to patients for symptom management.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Conducted health assessments on new patients, identifying potential health risks.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Documented all nursing interventions accurately, maintaining up-to-date records.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient operations.
- Conducted patient discharge planning effectively ensuring smooth transition from hospital to home care.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Nursing - Health Care Sciences
University of the Western Cape
Bellvile2008
National Senior Certificate - Matric
JS Skenjana SSS
Idutywa2003
Skills
Post-Operative patient recovery
Timeline
Professional nurse Surgical ward
Mediclinic Stelenbosch
04.2025 - Current
Professional nurse Surgical ward
Mediclinic Cape Town
01.2013 - 07.2024
Professional Nurse (Community Service)
Stikland Psychiatric Hospital
01.2009 - 12.2009
Bachelor's degree in Nursing - Health Care Sciences
University of the Western Cape
National Senior Certificate - Matric
JS Skenjana SSS