Ntombikayise Simelane

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.
• Assessed and provided primary, secondary and tertiary care to patients in hospital care.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Managed caseload of 40 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
• Diagnosed and treated patients with high-risk complications.
• Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
• Administered pain medication during deliveries to keep mothers comfortable and safe during delivery.
• Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
• Liaised with social workers and other support services to provide comprehensive care and address social and emotional needs.
• Monitored pediatric patient conditions to identify changes and respond promptly.

• Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
• Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Perform daily mental status examination to assess progress and function.

• Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
• Administered pain medication during deliveries to keep mothers comfortable and safe during delivery.
• Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
• Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
• Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
• Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
• Participated in over 25 successful normal vaginal births.
• Conducted prenatal examinations and provided guidance and support to mothers-to-be.
• Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.

• Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
• Positioned patients in operating rooms to prepare for surgical procedures, using supine, prone and sitting surgical positions.
• Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
• Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
• Recorded observations, patient assessments and progress and physician's orders.
• Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working with registered nurse.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
• Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
• Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
• Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
• Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
• Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
• Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
• Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
• Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
• Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.

• Invited to be a Member of Golden Key International Honours Society 2020 - for academic excellence amongst the top 15% of students from all faculties and departments

Decided to change course to Bachelor of Nursing Science