Mevis Kamhuka

• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• 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.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• 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.
• 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.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• 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.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• 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.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Worked in different health facilities, in different wards and departments.

Provided direct patient care to a wide range of patients.

Administered medication.

Assessed patients and monitored their progress and response to medications.

Assisted patients with activities of daily living.

Informed and educated patients and family on infection prevention and control strategies.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• 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.

Worked as a senior Registered Nurse at Zimbabwe prison clinic which serves Inmates .

My duties included:

Assessment , screening and treatment of patients with minor ailments.

Referring to nearby Hospital for further medical treatment any patients with acute illness.

Providing health education to Inmates on signs and symptoms , prevention and control of common conditions like:

Sexually transmitted infections.

HIV related conditions.

Tuberculosis.

Skin conditions.

Nutritional deficiency conditions.

Mental health.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Zimbabwe Prison Services staff Hospital caters for Prison officers and their families The Hospital has an Outpatient department

Male ward and

Female ward.

Worked on rotation in all departments.

Provided direct patient care .

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• 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.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

• Worked as a State Cerfied Nurse.
• My duties included:
• Screening patients for treatment of minor ailments or for admission for management.
• Wound care
• Immunisation of children under 5 years and mothers with in the child bearing age.
• Ordering of drugs from Government Medical Stores.
• Ordering of vaccines from the Community Health Services.
• Compiling monthly statistics of clinic attendance and reporting to the community health services.
• Providing ante natal care , post natal care and assisting delivery of babies.
• Delivering health education to schools and communities on prevention of diseases like Malaria .
• Conducting meetings , training and supervision of Community workers and traditional midwives.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
• Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
• Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
• Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
• Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
• Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.

• Worked as State Certified Nurse
• Duties included
• Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates by proactively identifying risk factors and providing targeted interventions.
• Promoted a safe environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues by adhering to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards promptly.
• Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for clinical excellence and professional growth.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patients'' needs quickly while prioritizing tasks accordingly based on urgency level.
• Provided high-quality patient care, ensuring timely administration of medications and treatments.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and effective communication strategies.
• Educated patients and families on disease management, self-care, and at-home treatment options.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.