Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Educationandqualifications
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Siziwe Nokuthula Kula

Professional Nurse
Cape Town

Summary

Developed extensive skills in high-pressure clinical environment, excelling in patient care and teamwork. Expert in patient communication and medical documentation, adept at handling challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging transferrable skills to drive positive outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Professional Nurse (Cardiac ICU)

Melo-med Private Hospital Tokai
04.2022 - Current
  • Recognises the significance of the critically ill patients and family in ethical decisions making within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring they make informed decisions
  • Monitor patients in all aspects of care including diet and physical activity
  • Identify patients who are at risk of complications due to nutritional status
  • Drug management safety keeping and recording
  • Nursing patients with DKA Increased blood pressure with Drs orders and protocols
  • Nursing patients that are ventilated, high flow, C Pap and B-Pap
  • Ensuring that ventilator, monitor and other medical equipment are functioning and are properly stored after use
  • Nursing patients on Cvvhd and Haemodialysis on monitoring
  • Nursing patients on Balloon pump
  • Nursing patients post CAB

Day Shift leader (Sub-Acute ward)

Faircape Health - Tokai Estate
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
  • Served as a reliable point-of-contact for upper management when needed, effectively communicating any issues or successes from daily operations.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.

Professional Nurse (Surgical Ward)

Nelson Mandela Academy Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
  • Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.

Professional Nurse (ICU Ward Sessional)

ST Marys Life health care Private Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
  • Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.

Enrolled Nurse (Paediatrician Ward)

Nelson Mandela Academy Hospital
06.2010 - 01.2015

Education

Professional nurse -

Chatsmed candlelight nursing school
01.2013 - 01.2015

Enrolled nurse - undefined

DT nursing institution
01.2007 - 01.2009

Grade 12 - undefined

Southlands Secondary School

Skills

    Clinical judgment

    Health promotion

    Compassionate care

    Ethical practice

    End-of-life care

    Disease prevention

    Computer Literacy

    Communication

    Writing reports

Educationandqualifications

Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School, Professional Nurse, 2013-2015, DT Nursing Institution, Enrolled Nurse, 2007-2009, Southlands Secondary School, Grade 12, 2006

Professionalskillsandabilities

Planning skills, Computer skills, Writing skills, Oral communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Customer relation skills, Computer literacy, Analytical skills, Organizing and planning skills, Facilitation and problem-solving skills, Well developed communication skills (verbal and written) & Telephone Etiquette. The ability to work co-operatively with others to accomplish common objectives., Innovative, articulate, good listener, ability to work in a team, ability to work independently and under pressure, open-minded, ability to put other people first (Ubuntu), professional, honest, ethical, accountable and have a sense of integrity.

Physicaladdress

131 Eoan Ave, Scottsdene, Cape Town, 7570

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 8807280503087
  • Ethnicity: African
  • Health Status: Excellent
  • Date of Birth: 07/28/88
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South Africa
  • Marital Status: Cultural marriage

Timeline

Professional Nurse (Cardiac ICU)

Melo-med Private Hospital Tokai
04.2022 - Current

Day Shift leader (Sub-Acute ward)

Faircape Health - Tokai Estate
10.2021 - 04.2022

Professional Nurse (Surgical Ward)

Nelson Mandela Academy Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2021

Professional Nurse (ICU Ward Sessional)

ST Marys Life health care Private Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2021

Professional nurse -

Chatsmed candlelight nursing school
01.2013 - 01.2015

Enrolled Nurse (Paediatrician Ward)

Nelson Mandela Academy Hospital
06.2010 - 01.2015

Enrolled nurse - undefined

DT nursing institution
01.2007 - 01.2009

Grade 12 - undefined

Southlands Secondary School
Siziwe Nokuthula KulaProfessional Nurse