Nosipho Mchunu

• Utilize electronic medical record (eMR+) systems to manage and maintain confidential medical information.
• Conduct electronic clinical review and report sign-offs (SARs, insurance, DWP, MOD, legal aid, court, police, occupational health, and others).
• Ensure accuracy and legal (GDPR) compliance on all medical reports processed.
• Apply appropriate redaction in accordance with legal consent and report type.
• Prioritise tasks based on SLAs and urgency, ensuring timely sign-off of reports.
• Contribute to the clinical risk register by identifying and mitigating risks.
• Participate in Clinical Forum activity by contributing to updates on clinical governance, safeguarding, data management, audit and professional standards.
• Proactively develop Knowledge Base articles and guidance that support high-quality clinical delivery.
• Implement standard operating procedures for record management, enhancing workflow efficiency.
• Manage the release of information process, safeguarding sensitive patient data while adhering to legal requirements.

• Established and grew a loyal client base through effective promotion of the Clinic’s services to Clicks’ existing and potential customers, and by delivering high standards of patient care and customer service.
• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Administered medications and immunisations, while monitoring patient responses effectively.
• Educated and counseled patients on disease management and preventive care strategies.
• Provided a comprehensive clinic services, including but not limited to, providing lifestyle management screening tests, antenatal care, postnatal care, ‘well baby’ clinics, health immunisations, baby health monitoring, reproductive health services, adult immunisations, primary health care, minor ailment management, wound care, phlebotomy services, etc.
• Ensured patient information is held securely, confidentially and is accurately maintained on an electronic system and that payment is received for all services rendered.

• Administered prenatal and postnatal care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during examinations.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
• Assisted in labor and delivery processes, providing emotional support and clinical assistance to expecting mothers.
• Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining sterile environments for procedures and patient interactions.
• Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in obstetrics and gynecology, fostering professional development within the team.
• Ensured continuity of care for high-risk pregnancies through early detection of complications or anomalies via regular ultrasound screenings and diagnostic tests.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating closely with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals in managing the care of obstetrics and gynecology patients.

• Monitor labor progression and provide support during delivery processes.
• Conduct routine gynecological examinations and screenings for early detection of issues.
• Lead training sessions for new nursing staff on best practices in obstetric care.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Oversee compliance with healthcare regulations and maintain accurate medical records.
• Promoted a culture of continuous learning by staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based practices in obstetrics and gynecology nursing.

• Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary methods, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Maintained accurate records of patient information and specimen handling in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy techniques and laboratory protocols to enhance team efficiency.
• Ensured adherence to infection control policies during all blood draw procedures to maintain a sterile environment.
• Monitored inventory levels of supplies, facilitating timely reordering to prevent disruptions in workflow.
• Conducted quality assurance checks on collected specimens, ensuring accuracy prior to lab analysis for optimal results.
• Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.

Antenatal High Care:

• Daily management and care of patients with normal, high risk and severe antepartum cases.
• Comprehensive history taking and recording the obstetric physical assessment.
• Assessment and management of formal and maternal risk & intrapartum resuscitation.
• HIV testing, counseling, and management.
• Management of latent phase of labour in high risk pregnancies.
• Conducting foetal assessment through abdominal palpation and cardiotocography (CTG) trace.
• Daily phlebotomy.

Labour & Delivery High Care :

• Preoperative care and preparation prior to caesarian section and laparotomy as indicated.
• Ensuring patient and foetal safety and comfort during the operation.
• Neonatal resuscitation and immediate newborn care.
• Conducting complicated natural deliveries alongside the obstetrician.
• Conducting spontaneous delivery including, where required, an episiotomy.
• Initiating the necessary and approved emergencies measures in the doctor's absence.
• Administering tocolytic and oxytoxic drugs.

Postpartum - High Care:

• Newborn care and examination.
• Management and care of the mother during the immediate postnatal period.
• Health education & initiation of breastfeeding unless contraindicated.
• Assisting the physician & carrying out the treatment prescribed by a doctor, including administration of drugs.
• Postoperative care of the mother, including management of postpartum haemorrhage.
• Removal of caesarian section sutures and dressing as indicated.
• Aiding patients ambulate safely on Day 1 post caesarian.
• Drafting off-duties/staff roster.
• Clinical Privileging: Obtaining consent for minor and low-risk procedures.

• Female TB Ward (3 months)
• Paediatric Ward (3 months)
• Labour Ward (6 months)