Nothando Sibanda

Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital

• Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans.
• Provided post-operative care and education to patients and families.
• Administered medications, treatments, and therapies by physician orders.
• Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
• Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, and documentation.
• Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions accordingly.
• Reported changes in patient status promptly to the supervisor or attending physician.
• Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
• Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
• Responded quickly and effectively during medical emergencies and provided life-saving measures as necessary.
• Administered medications and treatments to residents per doctors' orders.

Medical Laboratory and Doctors Private Rooms

• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and assisted with medical procedures.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.

Medical/Surgical Unit

• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness.
• Administered oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows, and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.

Intensive Care Unit

• Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs to identify any changes in health status.
• Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients with critical illnesses or injuries.
• Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans based on assessment findings.
• Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans and evaluate the progress of critically ill patients.
• Maintained accurate medical records documenting all patient assessments, interventions, and evaluations.
• Administered blood product transfusions safely according to protocols.
• Provided emotional support to families of ICU patients throughout their hospital stay.
• Delivered compassionate end-of-life care when necessary by respecting the wishes of the family.
• Initiated rapid response protocols when needed due to sudden deterioration in a patient's condition.
• Administered oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.