Open To Work
HUSSEIN A ALI
REGISTERED NURSE
Winooski,VT
Summary
Registered Nurse with board of nursing vermont, currently working at UVMMC as medical assistant ii, who perviously had experience in medical setting, delivered high-quality service through effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Focused on contributing to organizational growth while adapting to new challenges in a dynamic environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Assistant ii
University of Vermont Medical Center
burlington, vermont
11.2025 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
HOLA TANA RIVER COUNTY, KENYA
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
HOLA, TANA RIVER COUNTY
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Conducting an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient's immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by client facility's policies, procedures or protocols.
- Conducted ongoing assessments based on patient condition and client facility policies, reprioritizing care as needed.
- Developing plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Performing therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family.
- Delivering care with appropriate age and cultural competence to specific patient populations according to individualized needs.
- Administered treatments ordered by physicians accurately and promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Documenting patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately in electronic health records system.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care delivery and ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Providing care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the patient's and family's diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights.
- Providing emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Maintaining current competency in nursing specialty by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Initiating emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols.
- Reporting patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
KENYA REDCROSS SOCIETY
IFO MAIN HOSPITAL, DADAAB, GARISSA COUNTY
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in fast-paced emergency settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responded rapidly to changes in condition, and initiated timely interventions to ensure patient safety.
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies prescribed by physicians.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to enhance patient care quality and achieve positive outcomes.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on each patient's needs.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
Medical/Surgical ward Nurse
KENYA REDCROSS SOCIETY
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in the ward through pre-operative and post-operative observation, administering prescribed medication, performing nebulization, stitching, wound care, catheterization, and placing NG tubes for feeding.
- Report any significant changes in patient condition to relevant clinician.
- Prepare for and assist the doctor during ward round and ensure that doctors' lab orders are carried out.
- Ensured proper documentation of all nursing procedures, recording admissions, discharges, transfers, and deaths promptly.
- Compiled and submitted 24-hour ward reports and HIS weekly reports, facilitating accurate tracking of patient care and departmental activities.
- Participated in monthly meetings on ward operations and hospital policies, contributing to improved teamwork and communication.
- Delivered health education sessions to patients to empower them with knowledge about their health and wellness.
Nutrition Nurse
ISLAMIC RELIEF UK
Mandera County Referral Hospital
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Maintained close working relationships with health care workers and departments to implement a comprehensive approach for maximizing program impact.
- Engaged with health facility managers to identify and address nursing and medical service gaps to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with health promoters and community health workers to effectively disseminate key maternal and infant young child nutrition messages to target groups.
- Contributed to health and nutrition thematic forums advocating for organizational initiatives.
- Assisted in assessing and reporting project progress to inform stakeholders and guide decision-making.
- Developed proposals and reports on a weekly and monthly basis, including situational and donor reports upon request.
- Program High Impact Nutritional Intervention Program Nutrition Activity
Medical/Nutritional activity supervisor
MEDICIN SAN FRONTEIR HOLLAND
07.2012 - 01.2013
- Supervised the activities of the CMAM team and worked closely with the nurses team to ensure all children are screened correctly.
- Conducted comprehensive health checks and accurate clinical diagnoses during assessments per IMAM protocols to ensure patients received appropriate treatment.
- Ensure timely identification of complications, non-responders, and referrals to the SC.
- Ensure all criteria are respected and understood by the teams, including admission, discharge and transfer to ITFC.
- Planned and organized a designated OTP center in liaison with Nutrition/Health coordinator and project coordinator.
- Collaborated with nurses, CHP, and MIYCN counselors to clarify program aspects and facilitate appropriate referrals to the OTP program.
- Ensure adequate availability of all medical and food supplies and ensure stock is pre-positioned as planned by discussing with logistics.
- Provide key health and education messages to beneficiaries based on the MSF protocol and guidelines.
- Trained and facilitated CMEs to nurses, community nutrition worker.
- Directed initiatives for the Ethiopia Dollo Ado Liban Project to enhance service delivery and foster community engagement.
Education
Bachelor Of Science in Nursing - Nursing
01.2022 - 11.2025
Diploma - KENYA Registered Community Health Nursing
03.2012 - 12.2014
Certificate - KENYA Enrolled Community Health Nursing
03.2009 - 12.2011
Basic Certificate - computer packages
08.2009 - 11.2009
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education - Score C+
03.2004 - 12.2007
Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education - Pass
03.1996 - 12.2003
Skills
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment
- Adult patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care management
- Care plan development
- Treatment Planning
- Emergency response
- Performing ekgs
- Team coordination
- Documentation skills
- Patient care
- Patient care
References
- Yahya Hussein, Human Resource Officer, Mandera County Government, 0722661711
- Delvis Tunogo, Nursing Officer In Charge, Hola County Referral Hospital, 0721807965
- Ahmed Kosar, Reproductive Health Coordinator, Red Cross Main Hospital, Dadaab, 0726368506
- Hassan Adan Kullow, Registered Nurse, Co-worker at USRN +1 (970) 380-0787
- Sweeney Chelsea, Ear, Nose and Throat, Practical supervisor, University Vermont Medical Centre, chelsea.sweeney@uvmhealth.org +18028470251
Languages
ENGLISH: Read, Write AND Speak Fluent
KISWAHILI: Read, Write AND Speak Fluent
Telephone
+18023559183
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Gender/Sex: MALE
Nationality: KENYAN
Marital Status: MARRIED
Email Info. Husseinkeykey12@gmail.com
Workshop Certificates And Awards
- 08/21/17 - 08/23/17, Basic Life Support, UN Joint Medical Service, Dadaab Garissa
- 02/24/16 - 02/29/16, Emergency Obstetric Care Training, MOH Garissa County facilitators, IOM Dadaab
- 11/10/15 - 11/15/15, Antiretroviral therapy Training, International Rescue Committee, HAGARDERA
- 09/17/15 - 09/29/15, Nutrition Survey, KRCS, Dadaab at IFO 2 Camp
- 02/01/15 - 02/05/15, Primary EYE care, KRCs and facilitators from IRCs, Hagardera
- 10/01/14 - 10/03/14, Trainer of trainee (TOT), IOM Dadaab Refugee, Primary Care Education International limited
- 09/01/14 - 09/05/14, Diagnosis and Management Non-Communicable diseases, IOM, Primary care education international limited
- 08/01/14 - 08/10/14, First AID Course, Kenya Red Cross, Dadaab
- 07/02/14 - 07/07/14, Social Gender Based Violence, Kenya Red Cross, Dadaab
- 03/02/13 - 08/06/13, Medicine (Non-Communicable Diseases) E-learning, Amref, Kenya
- 07/22/13 - 07/29/13, Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN), Islamic Relief
- 01/28/13 - 02/01/13, Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM), Islamic Relief
- 11/06/12 - 11/28/12, NURSE Training Course, MSF Holland, Liban Project Dolo Ado, Ethiopia
- 11/28/11 - 12/02/11, IMAM, IRK, Mandera in conjunction with MOH Mandera
- 11/01/10 - 11/30/10, Monitoring and Evaluation Measles Campaign, Kitale
Timeline
Medical Assistant ii - University of Vermont Medical Center
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery - MINISTRY OF HEALTH
01.2023 - 09.2025
Kenya Methodist University - Bachelor Of Science in Nursing, Nursing
01.2022 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - MINISTRY OF HEALTH
08.2020 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department - KENYA REDCROSS SOCIETY
04.2015 - 01.2018
Medical/Surgical ward Nurse - KENYA REDCROSS SOCIETY
06.2014 - 03.2015
Nutrition Nurse - ISLAMIC RELIEF UK
02.2013 - 05.2014
Medical/Nutritional activity supervisor - MEDICIN SAN FRONTEIR HOLLAND
07.2012 - 01.2013
Kenya Medical Training Collage - Diploma , KENYA Registered Community Health Nursing
03.2012 - 12.2014
Kitale Computer And Communication - Basic Certificate, computer packages
08.2009 - 11.2009
Kenya Medical Training Collage - Certificate, KENYA Enrolled Community Health Nursing
03.2009 - 12.2011
Mandera Secondary School - Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education, Score C+
03.2004 - 12.2007
Bulla Mpya Primary School - Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education, Pass
03.1996 - 12.2003