Auxilia Mukuzunga
Harare,Zimbabwe
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered General Nurse
Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals
Harare, ZW
04.2013 - Current
- Performed physical assessments of patients and documented findings in patient records.
- Assists clients in performing activities of daily living such as bathing , grooming and feeding.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases or treatment options.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Identified potential risk factors that may lead to adverse outcomes or complications.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Supported clinical staff members by providing assistance when needed with treatments or procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assessed patient needs and developed nursing care plans to meet those needs.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, such as temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure.
- Advised physician assistants and nurse practitioners on appropriate interventions for identified problems.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Assisted in developing individualized plans of care for each patient's specific needs.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided direct care to surgical, medical, pediatric, geriatric, obstetric, and psychiatric patients.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Implemented infection control policies according to established standards of practice.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by monitoring changes in patient status.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Instructed patients on proper health maintenance techniques and self-care skills.
- Provided one-on-one assistance with activities for those who needed it.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in General Nursing
Masvingo Provincial Hospital School of Nursing
Masvingo , ZimbabweSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- IV therapy management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nursing care planning
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Equipment preparation
- Professionalism
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Shona
Proficient
C2
References
- Available on requests.
Timeline
Registered General Nurse
Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals
04.2013 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in General Nursing
Masvingo Provincial Hospital School of Nursing