MIRRIAM CHIRARA
NKURENKURU, KAVANGO WEST
Summary
Adept at medication and IV administration, I leveraged strong clinical judgment and compassion at the Ministry of Health and Social Services to enhance patient care. My expertise in patient assessments and education significantly improved patient satisfaction and outcomes, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in nursing and midwifery practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse and Midwife
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Nankudu District Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Empowered mothers to make informed decisions about their care through comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care.
- Supported families during the grieving process following pregnancy loss or infant death with empathetic emotional support and resource referrals for ongoing counseling services.
- Managed fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
- Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
- Built strong rapport with patients through open communication channels that encouraged feedback and collaboration on care plans.
- Reduced complications during childbirth with vigilant monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout labor.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and knowledgeable care during prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on midwifery best practices through regular continuing education opportunities and membership in professional organizations.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
Education
BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE - Nursing Science
WELWITCHIA UNIVERSITY, NAMIBIA
Nkurenkuru 11.2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Physical assessments
- Patient Evaluation
- Taking vitals
- Patient Discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Chart updating
- Patient Counseling
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Critical Care
- Collecting vitals
- Tracheostomy Care
Affiliations
Registered with the NURSING COUNCIL OF NAMIBIA
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Registered Nurse and Midwife
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
06.2022 - 06.2024
BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE - Nursing Science
WELWITCHIA UNIVERSITY, NAMIBIA