Zeitun Ibrahim Hussein
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Committed healthcare professional with a background in Clinical Medicine and Community Health, complemented by hands-on experience as a Clinical Officer Intern. Skilled in patient care, health education, and disease prevention with a strong passion for community health and advocacy. Currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at Flinders University to enhance expertise in case management, psychosocial support, and policy development. Experience in case management, psychosocial support, and policy development. Experienced in building meaningful connections, addressing health and social challenges, and promoting well-being through a holistic approach. Eager to integrate clinical knowledge with social work to make a positive impact on vulnerable individuals and communities.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker
Clinical Officer Intern
Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided medical treatment recommendations to patients based on their health needs.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments,ordering lab tests and updating medical records.
- Provided clinical care to patients by performing physical examinations,ordering diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications.
- Educated patients about their conditions and treatment options.
- Provided guidance to patients on how to manage their health conditions on a day-to-day basis.
- Provided services that promote preventive health and wellness.
- Organized and conducted public health awareness and public hygiene methods for communities.
- Provided critical care treatment and theatre operations.
- Ensured patient information is treated and handled with highest confidentiality.
- Carried out health education sessions in the department/unit and conducted orientation for newly admitted patients and new staff.
- Ensured that any side effect from prescribed medication was quickly identified, managed and incident documented.
- Participated in departmental meetings and worked with the medical teams to develop solutions.
- Ensured high level of infection prevention in the area of operation to avoid hospital-acquired infections.
- Ensured quality patient care in new born and maternity department.
- Ensured maintenance of equipment and instruments that were required for patient management.
- Complied with facility policies and procedures, Ministry of Health guidelines and the general codes of conducts for clinicians in Kenya as set out by Kenya Union of Clinical Officers.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Medicine And Community Health
Jomo Kenyatta University
Kenya06-2023
Skills
- 1Played a key role in health education and advocacy by promoting healthy behaviours, preventing diseases, and advocating for community health needs
- 2My communication skills made it easy to effectively educate,advocate and connect with diverse populations together cultural competence and active listening
- 3I used Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex social and health challenges that required adaptability and quick decision making skills
- 4I used relationship-building and interpersonal skills to build trust with communities, patients and healthcare providers as this was crucial in improving health outcomes
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Officer Intern
Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
Community Health Worker
Master of Science - Social Work
Flinders University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Medicine And Community Health
Jomo Kenyatta University
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