Vimbai Chakona
Casterton,VIC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Casterton Memorial Hospital
Casterton, Victoria
06.2024 - Current
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Assessment and drawing up of care plans.
- Ensuring patient-centered care is given to all clients, regardless of race, color, or creed.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Royal liverpool NHS Trust
Liverpool, Merseyside
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Ordered supplies needed in the operating room while maintaining budgetary guidelines set forth by management personnel.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Ensured that all of the necessary equipment was available before each procedure.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparations on patients prior to surgery.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis according to established protocols.
Medical Unit Registered Nurse
St Helens and Knowsley NHS Trust
Liverpool, Merseyside
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Provided education to patients about self-care skills, disease processes, treatments, nutrition, medication management and other related topics.
- Performed wound dressings and irrigations as needed per physician orders.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Utilized evidence-based practices when providing direct patient care services.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Masvingo Provincial Hospital
Masvingo, Masvingo
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Pre and post operative care
- Liasing with different departments to improve patient outcomes e.g Radiology, rehabilitation
Education
Diploma - General Nursing
Morgenester
Masvingo Zimbabwe05-2017
Master of Science - International Public Health
Liverpool John Moore University
Liverpool UKBachelor of Science - Nursing Top Up Degree
University of Suffolk
Suffolk UKSome College (No Degree) - Nurse Immuniser Course
Australian College Of Nursing
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Precepting
- Chart updating
- IV management
- Diabetes management
- Vaccine administration
- Discharge coordination
- Reporting and documentation
- Operating room skills
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- NMC UK- June 2020
- AHPRA- 2023
- Texas Board of Nursing- 2023
- Nurses Council of Zimbabwe- 2017
Languages
English
Professional
shona
Native/ Bilingual
ndebele
Limited
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Casterton Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Royal liverpool NHS Trust
03.2023 - 05.2024
Medical Unit Registered Nurse
St Helens and Knowsley NHS Trust
10.2020 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Masvingo Provincial Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2020
Diploma - General Nursing
Morgenester
Master of Science - International Public Health
Liverpool John Moore University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Top Up Degree
University of Suffolk
Some College (No Degree) - Nurse Immuniser Course
Australian College Of Nursing
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