Ntokozo Zulu
Wallingford
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Belvedere Skilled Nursing Facility
03.2010 - 02.2011
- Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients,collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
- Collect vital signs,lab values and other diagnostic results to identify changes in condition and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Documented medications and treatment and IVs administered.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients,reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms and offered care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implement fall prevention and skin integrity measures.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Knights Hospital
01.1997 - 03.2007
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered,medications and IVs administered.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Garden City Hospital
01.1996 - 03.1997
- Performed nursing assessment and developed patient specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Monitored patients before,during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 12 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and monitored patients for any reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Baccalaureate in Occupational Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg,South AfricaNursing Diploma In(General,Psychiatry,Midwifery) - Nursing
Chris Hani Baragwanath Nursing College
Johannesburg,South AfricaSkills
- Comprehensive,compassionate patient care
- Patient assessment and care plan development
- Medication administration
- IV therapy management
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Accurate record-keeping
- Wound management
- Comprehensive patient review
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Belvedere Skilled Nursing Facility
03.2010 - 02.2011
Registered Nurse
Knights Hospital
01.1997 - 03.2007
Registered Nurse
Garden City Hospital
01.1996 - 03.1997
Baccalaureate in Occupational Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing
University of Johannesburg
Nursing Diploma In(General,Psychiatry,Midwifery) - Nursing
Chris Hani Baragwanath Nursing College
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