SISANDA MSITSHANA (PN & Midwife)
Cape Town
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional nurse who is committed to ongoing learning and professional development. Strong ability to thrive in dynamic environments, providing empathetic support and effective health solutions. Friendly and empathetic with strong communication skills. Demonstrates excellent teamwork and collaboration, ensuring smooth operations and optimal patient care. Quickly learns and adapts to new environments, applying problem-solving skills to deliver effective solutions. Focused on providing compassionate support to patients and their families.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Health and Immunisations Nurse
Kleinvlei Clinic
02.2025 - Current
- Conducting wellness assessments on paediatric patients.
- Diagnosing childhood illnesses using IMCI and PACK CHILD guidelines, and prescribing appropriate medications in collaboration with multidisciplinary team.
- Serving as sole RN in immunisations and PMTCT.
Phlebotomist
Kleinvlei Clinic
02.2025 - Current
- Obtained blood specimens from paediatric and adult patients.
- Mastered phlebotomy techniques to ensure accurate, safe blood draws and IV access.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments prior to blood draws, identifying contraindications and ensuring informed consent.
- Reduced risks and safeguarded patients by following established infection-control and hazardous-disposal procedures.
- Implemented up-to-date phlebotomy techniques learnt from continuous professional development courses.
- Maintained accurate, accessible patient records using electronic systems for improved care continuity.
Trauma and Emergency Nurse
Kleinvlei Clinic
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated patient care in a fast-paced trauma unit, ensuring timely interventions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of emergent patients, prioriting care based on severity.
- Initiated treatment as per doctors' orders and protocols.
- Administered medications safely and monitored patient responses effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of the Free State
12.2024
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Health promotion
- Computer literacy
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Electronic health records
- IV drug therapy management
Personal Information
ID Number: 0108060680080
References
- Luxolo Sandla, Kleinvlei Clinic- Operational Manager 0717364269, & Luxolo.Sandla@westerncape.gov.za
- Siziphiwe Jija, Clinical Nurse Practitioner(Senior), 0612483136
Certification
- Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses(IMCI) certified.
Timeline
Child Health and Immunisations Nurse
Kleinvlei Clinic
02.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist
Kleinvlei Clinic
02.2025 - Current
Trauma and Emergency Nurse
Kleinvlei Clinic
02.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of the Free State