Daisy Chepleting' Koech
Bentley,WA
Summary
To pursue a highly rewarding career, seeking a job in a challenging and healthy work environment where utilize skills and knowledge efficiently in serving clients' needs with zeal, good relationships, and best performance in meeting the organization's goals and seeking career progression in Health Promotion
Am a public health practitioner with over 10 years of
experience coordinating community health programs and educational outreach. Utilizes evidence-based strategies to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent diseases. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and public health principles.
Health promotion professional with comprehensive experience in designing and implementing wellness programs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in health education, community outreach, and behavior change strategies. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and results-driven approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Promotion Officer
Kimberly Population Health Unit
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided expert guidance on evidence-based program development and implementation practices, leading to more effective strategies.
- Led multidisciplinary team meetings focused on adopting best practices in delivering coordinated care across multiple sectors within the healthcare system.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to plan, execute, and evaluate successful health promotion campaigns.
- Developed culturally sensitive educational materials tailored to the specific needs of diverse populations within the community.
- Established strong relationships with local organizations, fostering partnerships for collaborative efforts in promoting healthy lifestyles.
Research Scientist-Health Promotion
Kenya Medical Research Institute
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Spearheaded cross-functional projects, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Identified opportunities for innovation by staying abreast of emerging trends in the scientific community.
- Established partnerships with industry leaders to secure resources and support for cutting-edge research initiatives.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
KEMRI-CGHR [Staff clinic]
12.2014 - 07.2022
- Diagnosis and treatment of minor ailments
- Mother and child welfare and immunization services
- HIV testing and counselling services
- Drug adherence counseling and mentorship
- Report writing and submission
Nurse Counselor-PMTCT/PSC
KEMRI/CGHR- HISS Clinical-JOOTRH
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Counseling HIV clients
- Enrolment of HIV-positive clients to care using Open MRS
- Initiation of HAART for HIV-positive clients
- General counseling on the importance of ANC attendance
- History taking and physical examination of PMTCT/PSC clients
- Treatment of opportunistic infections
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Study Nurse - Stop MIP
KEMRI/CDC- Lwak Mission Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Screening clients
- Giving consent to study participants
- Enrolment of eligible participants
- Taking blood samples and proper storage
- Performing HB estimation and RDT to check malaria
- Performing physical examination for ANC clients
- Performing Ballard score for the newborns
- Proper completion of CRFs
Study Nurse-IPTP -MON Study (Malaria)
KEMRI/ CDC- Lwak Mission Hospital
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Consenting participants
- Enrolment of eligible participants
- Collection of blood samples from participants
- Testing of HB estimation and conducting rapid tests for malaria
- Performing deliveries
- Collection of placental and cord blood samples from study participants
- Proper completion and filing of CRFs
- Issuing of nets and counseling public on the use of ITNs
Nurse Counselor - Patient Support Centre
KEMRI/ CDC- Yala Sub-County Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Drug adherence counseling
- Initiating ARV's for eligible patients
- Treatment of opportunistic infections
- Adherence counseling and issuing of drugs for Tuberculosis patients
- Chest X-ray reading and recording for intensive case finding study
Nursing Officer in charge PSC/ Chest Clinic
MIGORI COUNTY HOSPITAL
01.2007 - 06.2010
- Initiating ARV's for HIV positive eligible patients
Clinical Nurse
Masaba Hospital
05.2005 - 12.2006
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
Education
Master of Public Health -
Curtin University
Perth, WA02-2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science And Technology
Kisumu, Kenya05.2015
Diploma in Nursing -
Kenya Medical Training College
Machakos, Kenya03.2005
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kitale Academy
Kitale, Kenya11.1998
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Systems Thinking
- Self-driven and motivated
- Leading focus groups
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving abilities
Otherprofessionaltrainings
- Global Mental Health Challenges, University of Washington, 09/01/21, 12/31/21
- Leadership and Management in Health, University of Washington, 09/01/18, 12/31/18
- Case Management - National guidelines for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Malaria, 05/01/16
- Clinical Management of HIV Training, University of Washington, 01/01/14, 04/30/14
- Chest Radiography Reading and Reporting Training, 09/01/10, KEMRI/CDC
- Training on TB/ HIV Providers, 07/01/09, KEMRI/ MOH
- FACES - ASPIRE mentoring initiative Mentorship Workshop, 06/01/09, Family Aids Care and Education Services
- Provider Initiated Testing and Counseling Course, 06/01/08, JHPIEGO
- Rational use of ARV's for health care workers training, 09/01/07, Family Aids Care and Education Services [FACES]
- Prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV/AIDS, 08/01/07, GTZ
- Comprehensive pediatrics HIV care, 05/01/07, Family Aids Care and Education Services (FACES)
Computerproficiency
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
Professionalvalues
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines
- Ability to work in a structured environment as a team player or independently without supervision
- Honesty, Integrity and Accountability
- Ability to evaluate opportunities for strategic partnerships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
References
Stefanie Faraone
Health Promotion Coordinator,
Kimberley Population Health Unit WA Country Health Services-Kimberley
PMB 525, Broome WA 6725
T:(08) 9194 1604 M:0408 468 634
E: Stefanie.Faraone@health.wa.gov.au
Linda Portsmouth
Senior Lecturer, Fieldwork Coordinator &Short Course Manager
Health Promotion,
Researcher (CERIPH)
Curtin School of Population Health-Faculty of Health Sciences
T:+61 8 9266 4404
E: L.Portsmouth@curtin.edu.au
Languages
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Health Promotion Officer
Kimberly Population Health Unit
11.2024 - 11.2024
Research Scientist-Health Promotion
Kenya Medical Research Institute
05.2022 - 11.2024
KEMRI-CGHR [Staff clinic]
12.2014 - 07.2022
Nurse Counselor-PMTCT/PSC
KEMRI/CGHR- HISS Clinical-JOOTRH
09.2013 - 11.2014
Study Nurse - Stop MIP
KEMRI/CDC- Lwak Mission Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2013
Study Nurse-IPTP -MON Study (Malaria)
KEMRI/ CDC- Lwak Mission Hospital
09.2011 - 08.2012
Nurse Counselor - Patient Support Centre
KEMRI/ CDC- Yala Sub-County Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2011
Nursing Officer in charge PSC/ Chest Clinic
MIGORI COUNTY HOSPITAL
01.2007 - 06.2010
Clinical Nurse
Masaba Hospital
05.2005 - 12.2006
Master of Public Health -
Curtin University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science And Technology
Diploma in Nursing -
Kenya Medical Training College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kitale Academy
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