Malikha De Louw

Prioritising the health, safety, and rights of my patients and providing exceptional bedside care before and after procedures to ensure their comfort. Collecting, labeling, and transporting specimens for testing, as well as gathering and organising instruments, equipment, and supplies according to surgeon preferences. I coordinate effectively with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations. I maintain compliance with environmental asepsis standards, utilising sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to create a clean and safe environment. Accurately document therapy details to keep patient charts updated.

I provided direct patient care and served as a strong advocate, effectively communicating patient care preferences to practitioners. I managed the entire care process from admission to discharge, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes. In addition, I reviewed post-operative orders, monitored patients' vital signs, and administered medications and treatments while closely collaborating with healthcare teams to adjust care plans as needed. I also offered valuable guidance to patients and caregivers on wound management, discharge planning, safe medication use, and disease management. My strong assessment skills allowed me to monitor patient vital signs and effectively manage pain relief and sedation through a combination of non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.

I played a vital role in promoting good oral and personal hygiene by assisting clients with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, and dressing. I also monitored and conveyed important client information to healthcare staff, scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments, and completed various household chores. Additionally, I maintained accurate records of clients' care, condition, and progress, assisted with transfers and therapy exercises, planned and cooked nutritious meals, managed finances, engaged clients in meaningful conversation and activities, and assisted with self-administered medications.

I administered medications, monitored responses, and adjusted care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams. Proficient in post-operative care, including monitoring vitals, setting up fluids, and patient orientation. Demonstrated proficiency in catheter insertion, airway management, and laboratory specimen collection. Secure handling and distribution of controlled narcotics to ensure patient safety. Lead and trained a diverse team, including newly graduated RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff. Delegated and supervised assignments and oversaw unit operations. Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver timely treatment in rapidly changing conditions. I have demonstrated my ability to maintain optimal supply levels in treatment rooms and other areas to meet patient needs. I have also advised patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plans, safe medication use, and disease management, empowering them to actively participate in their healthcare. Diligent updating of patient charts and conducting audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Med X is a nursing agency that provides medical staffing for medical facilities in the Western Cape province of South Africa. After completing Community Service I took assignments with them at various facilities including both public and private hospitals while searching and applying permanent RN positions.

Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and managing chronic conditions in an 80-bed unit. Proactively advocated for the health, safety, and rights of clients while administering medications and closely monitoring their response as well as implementing effective care plans based on physician medical regimens. Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance treatment strategies and directing a team of assistive personnel. Diligently recorded therapy details and documenting and analysing client factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to effectively develop and modify treatment plans. Additionally, I maintained quality standards through routine medication audits and adherence to internal and industry best practices.

One year of Community Service nursing was required by the South African Nursing Council upon completion of a university nursing program in order to be registered as an RN. Duties in this position were the same to duties at the more recent position held at Helderberg Hospital.