Sinikiwe Kumwenda
Box Hill
Summary
Qualified Registered Nurse with over 4 years of nursing experience in intensive care unit, aged care and hospital experience based at Westmead ICU, and completing a Master of Public Health (completed 4 subjects). I have a strong clinical background and more recently developed a specialty in population health, care planning and systems-based assessment approaches. My experience includes caring for older adults both in acute and community-based care settings, working with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting older adults and families with safe discharge and transitions into aged care residential services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Westmead ICU
10.2022 - Current
- Critical care for Level 1-3 patients - intubation, sedation, vasopressors, invasive ventilation, dialysis and neurology patients.
- Tracheostomy and laryngectomy management
- CVADs/CVCs management and assistance to insertion of arterial lines and vascaths.
- Safe transport of patients for critical and urgent emerging
- managing of critical trauma patients
- complex and simple wound dressings
- management of all critical patient requiring intensive care
- end of life care
- advocating for appropriate escalation for immediate changes in status.
- constant liaison with multi disciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to interpret complex data for informed decision-making in critical situations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly addressing changes to improve outcomes.
- Administered patient care in high-acuity settings, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development through guidance and knowledge sharing.
- Streamlined workflow processes in critical care environment to enhance efficiency and reduce response times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Assistant in Nursing
Faith Care Nursing Agency
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Patient care - medical, geriatric, and COVID supportive care.
- Monitoring observations, supporting patients assessed at risk of falls and assisting with wound care.
- Clinical teamwork for safe, high quality and comprehensive patient care.
Registered Nurse
OPERA (Older Persons Review and Assessment)
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Comprehensive care - elderly patients with cardiac conditions and dementia.
- care of elderly patients post trauma
- Multidisciplinary discharge planning with allied health professionals.
- De-escalating behaviour challenges through person centred engagement.
- Medication administration and emergency clinical response.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to interpret complex data for informed decision-making in critical situations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly addressing changes to improve outcomes.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- 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.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- 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.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Assistant in Nursing
RSL LifeCare
09.2015 - 06.2021
- Personal care, medication administration, and mobility assistance to elderly residents.
- Liaising with allied health for the physical wellbeing of older residents.
- Supporting weak elderly residents with dementia and behavioural needs.
Care Worker
Oxley
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Home support services - daily living task and companionship.
- Accompanying clients to medical appointments and community activities.
Education
Master of Public Health -
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW07-2026
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW01-2022
Certificate III - Aged Care
National Colleges Australia
Sydney, NSW01.2016
Skills
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Care planning
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Westmead ICU
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
OPERA (Older Persons Review and Assessment)
05.2022 - 10.2022
Assistant in Nursing
Faith Care Nursing Agency
02.2022 - 12.2022
Care Worker
Oxley
07.2017 - 12.2019
Assistant in Nursing
RSL LifeCare
09.2015 - 06.2021
Master of Public Health -
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Certificate III - Aged Care
National Colleges Australia
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