Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
SHORT COURSES
Languages
References
Timeline
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ZIZIPHO SPANI

Professional Nurse
Sunnyside, Pretoria

Summary

I am a 27 year old Female. A Professional Nurse who recently completed Community Service in February 2025. I am a capable , adaptable individual who is always keen to take up challenges. I am a collaborative team player and always seek for an opportunity to impact valuable insight. In my Community Service year i successfully enhanced patient outcomes through individualized care plans and effective communication. Proficient in infection control measures, advocating for patient rights while fostering a compassionate environment. Committed to delivering high-quality care across diverse populations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Community Service Professional Nurse

Mamelodi Regional Hospital
Pretoria
03.2024 - 02.2025

- Four months in a General Surgical Ward

- Four months in a Pediatric Ward

- Four months in a Medical Ward.

  • Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
  • Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • 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.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Pre and Post Operative care
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining meticulous documentation and clear handoff communication.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Student Nurse

Various Hospital and Clinics
Port Elizabeth
02.2019 - 01.2024
  • Executed appropriate patient care in all nursing disciplines in primary and Tertiary Healthcare settings.
  • Participated in clinical skills training as per the scope of practise and curriculum.
  • Improving patients regimens and outcomes by collaborating with the multidisciplinary team.
  • Taking vital data, doing comprehension, assessment of the patients, and creating optimal nursing care plans according to patients needs.
  • Going on outreach trips to the neighboring communities.
  • Medication Administration and assessing side effects.
  • Providing family planning, Antenatal and Post Natal Care.
  • Proving Childhood vaccinations and treating childhood illness according to IMCI guidelines.
  • Executing patient-specific care according to appropriate nursing care plans.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Science ( BCur) (R425) -

Nelson Mandela University
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
02.2019 - 01.2024

National Senior Certificate -

Bishop Demont Secondary School
Aliwal North
01.2012 - 11.2016

Skills

  • Computer Literate ( Microsoft Office)

  • Risk Identification

  • Medication Administration and Monitoring side effects

  • Patient assessment

  • Nursing Record keeping

  • Infection control measures

  • Time management

  • Knowledge and Experience in implementation of Batho Pele Principles, Patent's rights Charter and Code of Conduct

  • Strong interpersonal and Communication skills

SHORT COURSES

  • Basic Life Support
  • Nurse Initiated Management of Anti-Retroviral Treatment(NIMART)
  • First Aid Level 1

Languages

English 

isiXhosa 

isiZulu 

Sesotho

References

Mr Phethla (Area Manager)

Mamelodi Regional Hospital

0732883658


Mrs Masemola ( Surgical Ward Sr in Charge)

Mamelodi Regional Hospital

083334112


Mr Mudau (Medical Ward Operation Manager)

Mamelodi Regional Hospital

0843339721

Timeline

Community Service Professional Nurse

Mamelodi Regional Hospital
03.2024 - 02.2025

Student Nurse

Various Hospital and Clinics
02.2019 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Nursing Science ( BCur) (R425) -

Nelson Mandela University
02.2019 - 01.2024

National Senior Certificate -

Bishop Demont Secondary School
01.2012 - 11.2016
ZIZIPHO SPANIProfessional Nurse