Tsholofelo Caroline Mafafo
Professional Nurse
Benoni
Summary
Highly skilled and compassionate Professional Nurse with 16 years of comprehensive experience, specializing in chronic care, TB case management, and emergency response. Adept at managing acute illnesses and administering pediatric, adult, and travel vaccinations. Recognized for exceptional teamwork, compassionate care, and unwavering commitment to health education. Brings a compassionate and approachable demeanor that resonates with children and teenagers, fostering a supportive and safe health environment in boarding school settings. Eager to apply unique nursing skills and knowledge to enhance the success of the healthcare system within the school.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Languages
Work History
Professional Nurse Clinician
City of Ekurhuleni
02.2016 - Current
- Triage patients according to priority, ensuring timely care delivery
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, treatments, and care for Acute, Chronic, and Paediatric patients
- Facilitate Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses consultations with a focus on holistic care
- Implement the Expanded Programme for Immunization, ensuring compliance with national standards
- Provide Basic HIV counselling, testing, and management through the NIMART protocol
- Screen, diagnose, and manage Tuberculosis and EPTB patients, enhancing patient outcomes
- Regularly check and restock emergency room supplies to maintain preparedness
- Administer emergency medical care in high-pressure situations, prioritising patient safety
- Perform suture removals and ensure optimal wound healing for patients
- Carry out phlebotomy and Covid-19 testing, adhering to clinical guidelines
- Conduct Pap smear tests, promoting preventative healthcare
- Orientate new employees or students, fostering a supportive training environment
- Serve as the Rotational Acting Chief Professional Nurse, ensuring continuity in leadership
- Supervise staff members and provide support, promoting a positive work atmosphere
- Delegate responsibilities among staff to optimize workflow and efficiency
- Manage conflict effectively, ensuring a harmonious workplace
- Oversee the implementation, supervision, and control of Facility and Ward-based outreach programme activities
- Record and report facility performance metrics to Manager Nursing Service and Sub-District
- Order and control consumable and non-consumable stock for the facility, ensuring availability
Professional Nurse
Dr. S Doubel
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Triage patients effectively, prioritising care based on medical need
- Perform vital sign assessments for all patients prior to consultations with the Doctor
- Conduct Electrocardiographs to assist in cardiovascular evaluations
- Administer Treadmill stress tests, facilitating thorough cardiac assessments
- Execute phlebotomy procedures with precision, ensuring quality specimen collection
- Insert intravenous lines for patient medication administration and fluid management
- Administer intravenous and intramuscular medications as prescribed, ensuring patient compliance
- Conduct Pap smears, promoting early detection of cervical cancer
- Perform ear syringing procedures to maintain patient ear health
- Assist with minor surgical procedures, ensuring adherence to sterile techniques
- Remove sutures, ensuring proper healing and follow-up care
Nurse Practitioner
Dis-Chem Pharmacy
07.2012 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse (Neonates)
Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Allocate duties to staff members, ensuring optimal team performance
- Lead shifts effectively, maintaining high standards of patient care
- Order and maintain control of scheduled drugs to comply with regulations
- Conduct in-service training for new personnel, enhancing staff competencies
- Facilitate the admission and inter/intra-hospital transfer of patients, ensuring smooth transitions
- Provide basic nursing care and monitor vital signs for optimal patient outcomes
- Administer scheduled and unscheduled medications as per Doctor's orders, ensuring compliance
- Commence and maintain intravenous fluids, ensuring patient hydration
- Actively participate in resuscitation efforts and administer emergency medications when required
- Initiate oxygen therapy and monitor patients receiving respiratory support
- Perform phlebotomy procedures, supporting accurate diagnoses and treatments
Registered Nurse
Life Fourways Hospital
04.2011 - 05.2011
Community service Practitioner, thereafter Registered Nurse
Far East Rand Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Adhere to the Hospital orientation programme as dictated by community service contract for a full year, ensuring comprehensive integration into the healthcare team
- Allocate duties to staff members, optimizing workflow and service delivery
- Order and maintain control of scheduled drugs in line with hospital protocols
- Conduct in-service training for new personnel, promoting skill development
- Facilitate admission and inter/intra-hospital transfers of patients, ensuring seamless processes
- Deliver basic nursing care and monitor vital signs accurately for patient safety
- Administer scheduled and unscheduled medications as per Doctor's orders, ensuring appropriate care
- Commence and maintain intravenous fluids to support patient hydration
- Actively participate in resuscitation efforts and administer emergency drugs when necessary
- Initiate oxygen therapy and monitor patients receiving respiratory support effectively
- Perform phlebotomy procedures to aid in diagnostic processes
Education
Post Grad Certificate - License in Dispensing
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences, School of Pharmac
Garankuwa2018
Post Grad Certificate - Contraceptive & Fertility Planning Training
COE- Alberton Training Unit
Alberton2016
Post Grad Certification - Expanded Programme For Immunization
COE- Alberton Training Unit
Alberton2018
Diploma - Nursing(general, Psychiatric, Midwifrey, Community
Ann Latsky Nursing College
Hursthill, South Africa 01.2005 - 05.2008
Post Grad Diploma - Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treat
Ann Latsky Nursing College
Hursthill, South Africa 11.2019 - 05.2020
GRADE 12 - undefined
Liverpool Secondary
Actonville, South Africa 01.2000 - 05.2004
Post grad Certificate - Drug Sensitive Tuberculosis
Kempton Park Training Unit
Kempton Park business centre, South Africa 02.2024 - 05.2024
Post grad Certificate - Post Exposure Prophylaxis
Kempton Park Training Unit
Kempton park, South Africa 02.2024 - 05.2024
Post grad Certificate - Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
Kempton Park Training Unit
Kempton park, South Africa 02.2024 - 05.2024
Post grad certification - Adult Primary Care (APC)
Kempton Park Training Unit
Kempton Park, South Africa 10.2023 - 05.2023
Post grad certification - Basic HIV for Professionals (NIMART)
Kempton Park Training Unit
Kempton park, South Africa 05.2022 - 05.2022
Post grad certification - Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses
City of Ekurhuleni Training Centre
Thelle Mogoerane hospital, South Africa 10.2019 - 05.2019
Skills
General Nursing
Community Nursing
Psychiatric Nursing
Midwifery
Phlebotomy
Emergency medical care
Vaccination administration
HIV testing and counselling
Intravenous therapy
Patient assessment and care
Record keeping
Suture removal
Basic Life Support
Advanced Life Support
Computer Literacy
Communication
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Leadership
Time management
Relationship building
Motivation
Responsibility
Discipline
Adaptability
Sales Skills
Pharmaceutical Knowledge
Organizational Skills
Stress Management
Communication Skills
Innovation
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Empathy & nurturing support, ensuring patients feel valued and cared for
Nursing ethics, patient-centered care, and chronic disease management
Strong proficiency in TB case investigation, diagnosis, and treatment adherence
Strong proficiency in NIMART
Proven ability to navigate workplace challenges while maintaining professionalism
Timeline
Post grad Certificate - Drug Sensitive Tuberculosis
Kempton Park Training Unit
02.2024 - 05.2024
Post grad Certificate - Post Exposure Prophylaxis
Kempton Park Training Unit
02.2024 - 05.2024
Post grad Certificate - Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
Kempton Park Training Unit
02.2024 - 05.2024
Post grad certification - Adult Primary Care (APC)
Kempton Park Training Unit
10.2023 - 05.2023
Post grad certification - Basic HIV for Professionals (NIMART)
Kempton Park Training Unit
05.2022 - 05.2022
Post Grad Diploma - Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treat
Ann Latsky Nursing College
11.2019 - 05.2020
Post grad certification - Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses
City of Ekurhuleni Training Centre
10.2019 - 05.2019
Professional Nurse Clinician
City of Ekurhuleni
02.2016 - Current
Professional Nurse
Dr. S Doubel
08.2015 - 01.2016
Nurse Practitioner
Dis-Chem Pharmacy
07.2012 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse (Neonates)
Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2012
Registered Nurse
Life Fourways Hospital
04.2011 - 05.2011
Community service Practitioner, thereafter Registered Nurse
Far East Rand Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2011
Diploma - Nursing(general, Psychiatric, Midwifrey, Community
Ann Latsky Nursing College
01.2005 - 05.2008
GRADE 12 - undefined
Liverpool Secondary
01.2000 - 05.2004
Post Grad Certificate - License in Dispensing
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences, School of Pharmac
Post Grad Certificate - Contraceptive & Fertility Planning Training
COE- Alberton Training Unit
Post Grad Certification - Expanded Programme For Immunization
COE- Alberton Training Unit