Nondumiso Precious Mbatha

• Clinical Research Nurse focuses on climate and health research, particularly the impact of heat on healthcare workers and pregnant mothers

Participates in: Project & Study Management

• Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for multiple research projects, ensuring 100% compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ethical guidelines
• Designed data collection tools (eligibility criteria forms, demographic forms, tracking sheets), improving data accuracy by 40% and reducing screening errors
• Successfully managed sub-projects within a larger research initiative, overseeing recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up for over 200 participants across multiple study phases
• Led daily project status meetings, increasing workflow efficiency by 60% through structured problem-solving and reporting
• Allocated staff roles, working hours, and research resources, optimizing workforce utilization and increasing productivity by 25%
• Participant Recruitment & Retention: Designed and implemented retention strategies, increasing participant follow-up rates from 65% to 90%, significantly improving study adherence
• Successfully enrolled and retained over 200 participants, exceeding initial recruitment targets by 20%
• Conducted participant screening, informed consent processes, and structured interviews, reducing participant dropout rates by 35%
• Data Collection & Analysis: Led data collection through surveys, ethnographic observations, and structured interviews, ensuring 98% data completion rates
• Managed data entry and quality control in REDCap and WOMBAT, reducing data discrepancies by 50% through systematic verification processes
• Collaborated with data managers and senior researchers for data cleaning, validation, and preliminary analysis, improving data reliability by 45%
• Implemented a systematic quality control process, reducing data inconsistencies by 60%
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Ensured 100% confidentiality and adherence to ethical guidelines in handling participant information
• Maintained detailed study documentation, supporting audit readiness and regulatory compliance with zero major protocol deviations
• Prepared progress reports, project updates, and compliance documents, ensuring 100% adherence to grant reporting requirements

Self-Management & Professional Development: Proactively enrolled in a 9-month Project Management program at the Enterprise University of Pretoria, strengthening project planning, budgeting, and execution skills

• Requested and attended a Funding and Grant Writing Course, enhancing ability to secure research funding and manage grant applications
• Reviewed study protocols regularly for compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and good clinical practice guidelines.
• Continuously engages in training programs related to project coordination, research methodologies, and stakeholder engagement
• Ensured accurate and timely completion of study documentation, maintaining consistency across all sites and minimizing data discrepancies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration & Leadership: Effectively coordinated with senior researchers, project managers, and multi-disciplinary teams, aligning study objectives with project deliverables
• Assisted in training junior research staff, improving team efficiency and study compliance by 30%
• Fostered relationships with health facilities and community stakeholders, ensuring smooth study implementation and increasing community engagement by 40%
• Mentored junior nurses entering the field of clinical research through ongoing education, guidance, and support.
• Maintained detailed records of adverse events, facilitating timely reporting to regulatory agencies and sponsors.
• Assisted in obtaining informed consent from patients, ensuring ethical and legal compliance throughout the study.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute high-quality clinical research studies.
• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, contributing to accurate data analysis and interpretation of study results.
• Supported Principal Investigators by coordinating day-to-day activities of clinical research projects, ensuring smooth operations.
• Served as a liaison between the research team and participating sites, fostering effective communication and collaboration among all parties involved in the study.

• Provided academic support to over 150 postgraduate students across multiple public health courses, ensuring 80%+ student engagement in online discussions
• Delivered structured guidance in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Health Policy Analysis, improving student comprehension by 40%, as reflected in end-of-course evaluations
• Assessed and graded over 500 assignments and discussion contributions with a 100% on-time feedback rate, helping students enhance their academic performance
• Maintained a 95% student response rate through consistent communication on Blackboard and ClickUp, ensuring students received timely academic support
• Leveraged online learning platforms to facilitate discussions, manage coursework submissions, and track student progress, increasing student participation by 30%
• Assisted in tracking student performance metrics, identifying learning gaps, and improving overall course completion rates by 20%
• Ensured 100% compliance with grading policies and academic standards, maintaining fairness and integrity in student assessments
• Contributed to a 20% improvement in student retention rates by providing proactive academic guidance and structured feedback
• Supported the administration of online coursework and assessments, ensuring a 99% coursework submission rate
• Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
• Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.

• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, systematically collecting data to inform individualized care plans while ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines
• Maintained accurate and timely documentation, which was critical for monitoring patient progress and supporting clinical research studies
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement effective patient care plans, ensuring seamless coordination of care—an approach that aligns with the teamwork required in research settings for successful study implementation and data collection
• Assisted in clinical research activities by providing essential patient care information, contributing to data collection for research projects, and supporting the research team in patient recruitment and follow-up assessments
• Delivered individualized patient education tailored to specific health conditions, ensuring that patients and families understood their care plans and treatment options
• This experience in simplifying complex information is valuable in educating research participants about study protocols, expectations, and data collection procedures
• Initiated emergency resuscitation measures following advanced life support protocols, demonstrating the ability to follow strict guidelines and respond effectively under pressure—an essential skill in clinical research settings where protocol adherence and participant safety are critical
• Maintained strict confidentiality in handling patient information, working closely with the healthcare team to uphold ethical standards and privacy regulations, which aligns with research integrity and data confidentiality requirements
• Actively pursued ongoing professional development by participating in training workshops and professional societies, enhancing clinical expertise and research knowledge
• Accurately documented patient progress, treatment responses, and condition changes, providing essential data for continuous care improvement and supporting evidence-based research and clinical decision-making
• Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
• Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
• Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.