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
Gauteng
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
Lesotho
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
Lesotho
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
Lesotho
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
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Decision-Making
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
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 -