Thato Matsoso
Nurse
Gardens
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Nurse
Johannesbur`g Eye Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Lecture
Paray School Of Nursing
10.2017 - 03.2021
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and continuously improve instructional approaches.
- Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
- Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, using tutoring sessions and additional resources to close achievement gaps.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
Dean of Students
Paray School Of Nursing
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Developed strategic initiatives to address crucial areas such as student success, diversity, and inclusion.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
Professional NNurse
Mafeteng Hospital
07.2007 - 12.2014
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when handling complex cases or responding to emergency situations.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Continually assessed patient needs, updating care plans accordingly to optimize treatment effectiveness.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Post Graduate Diploma in Community Eye Health
University of Cape Town
Cape Town 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in Midwifery
Roma College of Nursing, South Africa
Lesotho 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Nursing Science
University of South Africa
Pretoria 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing
National Health Training College
Lesotho 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in
National Training College
05.2001 -
Skills
Relationship Building
undefinedTimeline
Theatre Nurse
Johannesbur`g Eye Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Lecture
Paray School Of Nursing
10.2017 - 03.2021
Dean of Students
Paray School Of Nursing
01.2016 - 09.2017
Professional NNurse
Mafeteng Hospital
07.2007 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Post Graduate Diploma in Community Eye Health
University of Cape Town
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in Midwifery
Roma College of Nursing, South Africa
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Nursing Science
University of South Africa
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing
National Health Training College
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in
National Training College
05.2001 -
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