THANDOKAZI MBOZI
Alexandria
Summary
Qualified Registered Nurse with 7 years of experience in integrated management and giving quality nursing care to all primary health clients with compassion and good communication skills, and an experience in a hospital setting with management of in patients,bedside nursing,pre and post operative care of patients and providing leadership roles to subordinates.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Professional Nurse
Unjani Clinic Motherwell
Port Elizabeth
09.2024 - Current
- Streamlined nursing procedures to increase efficiency, ensuring timely completion of essential tasks.
- Educated patients about self-care techniques enabling them to manage their conditions effectively after discharge.
- Developed strong rapport with a diverse range of patients building trust which facilitated better compliance with care plans.
- Handled emergency situations calmly while implementing appropriate interventions, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in daily nursing activities, promoting best patient outcomes.
- Mentored new nurses, sharing clinical expertise and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with effective communication, empathy, and attention to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records to facilitate seamless care coordination between providers.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect abnormalities early on while making required adjustments in treatment plans accordingly.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
REGISTERED NURSE
NU8 Clinic
Motherwell, Port Elizabeth
02.2019 - 07.2024
- -working independently in providing care to primary health care patients and managing them as per APC 101 guideline.
- -administration of IVI in patients who have elevated HGT’s, Anaemic, and pregnant women who have signs of pre-eclampsia as per Doctor’s orders.
- -managing and acting as a second sister in charge for 6 months.
- -initiating patients on ART and PrEP as per guidelines.
- -giving daily health education to all patients at the facility.
- -providing mother to child services.
Professional Nurse
NetCare Greenacres Hospital
Port Elizabeth
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
- Streamlined nursing procedures for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when handling complex cases or responding to emergency situations.
- Worked closely with physicians to develop accurate diagnoses and coordinate appropriate treatments plans.
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
- Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining meticulous documentation and clear handoff communication.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with clientele.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide decision-making in patient care delivery.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on the urgency of patient needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for process enhancements in nursing practice.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Implemented effective pain management strategies, optimizing patient comfort levels during their stay.
- Continually assessed patient needs, updating care plans accordingly to optimize treatment effectiveness.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, offering guidance and mentorship in clinical practice.
- Reduced readmission rates by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
COMMUNITY NURSING SERVICE PROFESSIONAL NURSE
NU8 Clinic
Motherwell, Port Elizabeth
02.2018 - 01.2019
- -worked as an all rounder, rotating every 3 months in all the primary health programs
- -such as providing basic ante natal care to pregnant woman, family planning to all women of child barring age and giving of immunisation to all children as per EPI
- -taking of bloods, initiation of ART to all clients who test reactive for HIV and managing them as per National Guidelines
- -referring all clients who are on chronic treatment to the clinic Doctor for treatment review
Education
Diploma - Nursing(General, Psychiatric and Community) and Midwifery
LILITHA NURSING COLLEGE
Central01.2017
Senior Secondary School - Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Consumer Studies, IsiXhosa Home language, English First additional language, Life Orientation
UKHANYO SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2012
Skills
- Setting up referrals
- Vital data collection
- Primary healthcare management
- Vaccine administration
- Mother to child management
- Administration of medication to all patient age group
- Excellent communication skills, and ability to present complex information in an easy to understand format
- Excellent problem solving, critical thinking
- Profound ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Certification
NiMaarT
TB Management
IMCI
BANC Plus
BLS
EPI
Primary Health Care
Languages
IsiXhosa
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Elementary (A2)
Interests
Reading self improvement books,spending time with family and going on vacations
Timeline
Registered Professional Nurse
Unjani Clinic Motherwell
09.2024 - Current
Professional Nurse
NetCare Greenacres Hospital
08.2023 - 06.2024
REGISTERED NURSE
NU8 Clinic
02.2019 - 07.2024
COMMUNITY NURSING SERVICE PROFESSIONAL NURSE
NU8 Clinic
02.2018 - 01.2019
Diploma - Nursing(General, Psychiatric and Community) and Midwifery
LILITHA NURSING COLLEGE
Senior Secondary School - Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Consumer Studies, IsiXhosa Home language, English First additional language, Life Orientation
UKHANYO SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL