Rufaro Dzowa

Broome District hospital paedatrics ward

Broome , WA

02.2024 - Current

Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure ensuring to escalate care according to the PARROT chart early warning signs prompt.
Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments, such as RSV positive patients needing high flow.
able to set up and monitor peg feeds using kangaroo pump also trouble shoot
inserting nasogastric tubes in accordance to hospital policy and procedure
maintaining document ion ensuring weights and medication calculations are correct for individual patients
working along side patents to provide best care for patient that allows the child to feel safe and comfortable
employing distraction techniques when painful procedures are occurring for The event to be less traumatic for the child.
Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
attended education sessions run by ward staff development nurse to gain skills in managing patients on PCA pumps and hi flow.
reported to my clinical nurse coordinating the shift and clinical nurse manager when necessary.

Kununurra District Hospital

Kununurra , WA

08.2023 - 02.2024

Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Monitored vital signs, administered medication, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Prepared patients for transfers to a tertiary hospital in accordance to Royal flying Doctors guidelines.
Performing days to day administrative tasks such as maintaining information and processing paperwork.
Working according to Western Australian health service policies when providing care for a patient to ensure my practice was the most recent and evidence based.
Worked in the Home care services providing, wound care and education for patients in the outpatient setting. Worked autonomously to provide care to patients in the clinc and out in the community, ensuring to report to my Clinical nurse manger of my progress and any concerns beyond my scope. Also following up with patients within the community and those at dialysis. Liaised along side Podiatry to ensure best treatment for diabetic foot ulcers was provided

MY Place

Perth , WA

12.2022 - 08.2023

Provided one on one care to a client with an acquired brain i jury
PEG feed competent as i performed gravity feeds
medication administration
ensuring I was up to date with the seize protocol in the event the client had a seizer
perfumed activities of daily living.
administered supporarties and documented bowel action of client.
supported taking client to allied health appointments such as physio and acupuncture.
Attended regular reviews of service user's care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.

Howard Solomon age care facility

Ferndale , WA

11.2020 - 08.2021

Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for all clients.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Monitored health and well-being of each client, including any significant health changes.
Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.

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