Zamile Mathebula
Johannesburg,South Africa
Summary
Dedicated nursing leader with expertise in emergency response and patient care management. Proficient in optimizing nursing operations and training teams in high-pressure environments while adhering to health regulations. Strong cross-cultural communication skills enhance collaboration with diverse teams and guests. Quick-thinking in emergencies, with extensive knowledge of Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, and Coronary Care Unit protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Chief Nurse
Royal Caribbean International
Miami, United States
04.2016 - Current
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provided routine and emergency nursing care for all passengers and crew.
- Assessed patients as first medical responder to emergency calls on board.
- Performed on call duties for emergency visits and admissions.
- Managed ongoing care for patients admitted to medical center.
- Supervised team of nurses on board.
- Supervised and motivated nursing staff to maintain high-quality performance standards.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships between staff and other departments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Oversaw inventory of medicines and related items necessary for medical treatment.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to resolve long-standing operational challenges.
- Managed team of 24 employees, ensuring effective hiring, training, and professional development.
- Managed communication with travel insurance companies for patient coverage.
- Facilitate medical evacuation in case of emergencies. This involves arranging for the transfer of individuals to the nearest hospital or to their country of residence, depending on the severity of the situation.
- knowledge in government or health regulations or restrictions of different country or islands to ensure a successful debark.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Netcare Milpark Hospital
Johannesburg, Gauteng
11.2013 - 02.2016
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
- Sought opportunities to improve patient care, outcomes and nursing staff performance.
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.
- Coordinated departmental operations according to administrative, legal and medical guidelines.
- Oversaw operations, including admissions and discharges and scheduling of nursing staff.
- Documented all aspects of care following facility and Medicare standards, creating accurate patient records of all interactions and interventions to sustain continuity of care.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Part of the panel in an interview Unit Manager in the absence of the unit manager.
- Nursing critically ill patients.
- Infection control and health and safety representative.
ICU Nurse
Netcare Milpark Hospital
Johannesburg, Gauteng
04.2009 - 01.2013
- Provided specialized care, including ventilator support, feeding tubes, and central lines, to ensure patient stability and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Coordinated patient flow through timely admissions and seamless transfers and discharges to enhance overall care efficiency.
- Delegated tasks to nursing support staff, monitoring performance to ensure high standards of patient care and safety.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Athlone Girls High
Johannesburg, South Africa01-2001
Registered Nursing Diploma - General Nurse
Arwyp Training Institute
Johannesburg, South Africa03-2008
Medical And Surgical Critical Care Nursing Diploma - SPECIALITY DIPLOMA :INTENSIVE CARE DIPLOMA
Netcare Training Institute
Johannesburg, South Africa12-2012
Skills
- Critical care techniques
- Patient assessment
- Task management
- MS Office expertise
- Digital literacy
- Team leadership
- Cooperative teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Cultural sensitivity
- Effective communication
- Empathy
- Accountability
- Self-motivated
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Critical Care Nursing - General, South African Nursing Council, 14721922
- Certified ACLS AND BLS
Accomplishments
- Leader of the month May 2026 on board a
- Had had numerous thank you letters from satisfied Customers
Languages
English
Full Professional
Zulu
Professional
Xhosa
Professional
Sotho/Tswana
Professional
Timeline
Registered Chief Nurse
Royal Caribbean International
04.2016 - Current
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Netcare Milpark Hospital
11.2013 - 02.2016
ICU Nurse
Netcare Milpark Hospital
04.2009 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Athlone Girls High
Registered Nursing Diploma - General Nurse
Arwyp Training Institute
Medical And Surgical Critical Care Nursing Diploma - SPECIALITY DIPLOMA :INTENSIVE CARE DIPLOMA
Netcare Training Institute