Thandiswa Monica Tlali
Professional Nurse
Umtata
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Professional Nurse with extensive experience at Nelson Mandela Hospital, excelling in patient care and health promotion. Proven clinical judgment and communication skills foster trust and enhance patient outcomes. Adept at implementing quality improvement strategies and advocating for patients, ensuring their needs are met throughout their healthcare journey.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Nurse
Department of Health [Nelson Mandela Hospital]
11.2017 - Current
- Continually assessed patient needs, updating care plans accordingly to optimize treatment effectiveness.
- Worked closely with physicians to develop accurate diagnoses and coordinate appropriate treatments plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with clientele.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
Staff Nurse
Department of Health[ Nelson Mandela Hospital]
02.2011 - 11.2017
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with clientele.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on the urgency of patient needs.
- Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
- Mantain accurate and complete patient records according to legal requirement.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Education
J.D. - Nursing
Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School
Umtata 04.2001 -
Skills
Health promotion
Timeline
Professional Nurse
Department of Health [Nelson Mandela Hospital]
11.2017 - Current
Staff Nurse
Department of Health[ Nelson Mandela Hospital]
02.2011 - 11.2017
J.D. - Nursing
Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School
04.2001 -
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