Unathi Vusani
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
East London
Summary
A Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history (9 Years) in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
NIMART NURSE
OUT-LGBT WELL-BEING
02.2024 - 03.2025
- ART initiation.
- Risk assessment for eligibility of PREP client.
- Facilitation of TB/HIV training sessions.
- STI screening and treatment for MSM, Gays and Transgender
- Management and supervision of the dispensary.
- Engage with Doh facilities to support follow-up with clients.
- Conducting outreach.
- Supervise lay counselors and retention officers.
- Draw up weekly work plans for lay counselors.
- Visit facilities for weekly clinic file updates.
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Maternal, Adolescent & Child Health Institute
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Day-to-day service delivery at ART clinics.
- Providing adherence counseling and facilitation to care.
- Comprehensive management of virally unsuppressed patients.
- Clinical assessments, management, and monitoring of adolescents and adults on ART.
- Mentoring and direct supervision of facility staff.
- Providing technical support to nursing staff.
- Conducting clinical audits and assisting in developing QIPs.
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Duncan Village Community Health Centre
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Offer HTS, and initiate clients on ART and PrEP.
- TB/HIV Management.
- Support the DMOC program and facilitate Adherence Clubs.
- Management of NCDs.
- Data verification, and conduct weekly and monthly reports.
- Conducting clinical audits
- Working with NGOs to implement the 95-95-95 strategy activities.
- Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Thembelihle Hospital
04.2016 - 07.2019
- Manage acute/emergency cases
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Phlebotomy
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
- Implemented effective pain management strategies, optimizing patient comfort levels during their stay.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with clientele.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining meticulous documentation and clear handoff communication.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
- Continually assessed patient needs, updating care plans accordingly to optimize treatment effectiveness.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Post-Grad Diploma in HIV Management
University of Stellenbosch
Western Cape04-2024
Degree in Nursing Science
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Port Elizabeth, South Africa04-2015
High School
George Randell High School
East London, South Africa12-2007
Skills
Effective communication
REFERENCES
Name : Mr S Malgas
Designation: Supervisor
Company : Engage Mens Health
Cell: 0761371714
Name: Ms V Copiso
Designation: Operational manager
Company: Thembelihle Hospital
Cell: 0719980842
Timeline
NIMART NURSE
OUT-LGBT WELL-BEING
02.2024 - 03.2025
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Maternal, Adolescent & Child Health Institute
10.2023 - 12.2023
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Duncan Village Community Health Centre
08.2019 - 09.2023
PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Thembelihle Hospital
04.2016 - 07.2019
Post-Grad Diploma in HIV Management
University of Stellenbosch
Degree in Nursing Science
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
High School
George Randell High School
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