DORCAS ASUKO OLIEVA

REGISTERED NURSE

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A conscientious and compassionate Registered Nurse with 4+ years of experience in providing exemplary care to maintain the health and safety of patients with complex healthcare needs. Highly skilled in delivering individual care plans while working with a community team. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities with the ability to conduct patient assessments, supervise safe and compassionate care provision, and evaluate care effectiveness. Acts with integrity and in the best interest of patients while ensuring compliance with nursing policies and regulations to promote ward efficiency and the delivery of operational excellence.

KEY SKILLS

Care Plan Development Medical Procedures Medication and IV Management Surgical Assistance Wound Care Bedside Monitoring Discharge Education Patient Assessment Database Management Charting Critical/Analytical Thinking Observation Communication Problem-Solving Decision Making

Licenses: ACLS and BSL Certification, Registered Nurse by the Nursing Council of Kenya, and ICDL Computer Certification

WORK EXPERIENCE

St. PETER’S ORTHOPEDIC & SURGICAL SPECIALITY CENTER JAN 2022 TODATE

Surgical Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES

Preoperative Phase:

Assisting in patient assessment, including gathering medical history, conducting physical examinations, and verifying consent for surgery.

Preparing the surgical environment by ensuring proper sterilization of equipment, instruments, and surgical supplies.

Collaborating with the surgical team to create a safe and efficient operating room setup.

Educating patients and their families about the surgical process, including preoperative instructions, potential risks, and postoperative care.

Administering medications, including preoperative sedation, as prescribed by the physician.

Intraoperative Phase:

Collaborating with the surgical team to prepare the patient for surgery, such as positioning the patient on the operating table and ensuring proper draping.

Assisting the surgeon by providing necessary instruments, supplies, and medications during the procedure.

Monitoring the patient's vital signs, anesthesia administration, and ensuring the patient's comfort and safety throughout the surgery.

Maintaining a sterile environment by adhering to strict aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.

Documenting intraoperative events and accurately recording surgical counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps to ensure patient safety.

Postoperative Phase:

Transitioning the patient from the operating room to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) or the surgical recovery area.

Monitoring the patient's vital signs, assessing their level of consciousness, and managing pain.

Assisting with postoperative wound care, dressing changes, and ensuring proper functioning of drains, tubes, and other medical devices.

Educating the patient and their family about postoperative care instructions, including medication administration, activity restrictions, and signs of complications.

Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to facilitate the patient's recovery and discharge planning

Perioperative Support:

Managing and organizing surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment in the operating room.

Participating in quality improvement initiatives, such as infection control measures, patient safety protocols, and documentation accuracy.

Providing emotional support to patients and their families, addressing their concerns, and promoting a compassionate and caring environment.

Keeping up-to-date with advancements in surgical techniques, technology, and evidence-based practices through continuing education.

JUBILEE INSURANCE COMPANY OF KENYA Sep 2021 – Oct 2021

Data Entry Clerk

RESPONSIBILITIES

Created and updated Excel spreadsheets, including generating reports for review by the senior manager

Maintained the company database, including entering new and updated customer and account information, thus improving data entry accuracy

Regularly completed data backups and removed data duplicates to ensure the database remained clean and secure

Verified data by comparing data to the source documents, correcting errors, and updating information

KCB CLINIC – KENCOM Jul 2021 – Sep 2021

Outpatient Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responded to emergencies and triaged patients to ensure proper care was provided to them by the doctor in charge

Administered medications, treated wounds, monitored terminally-ill patients and reported changes to concerned doctors on time

Performed initial assessment of patients in the MCH/FP clinics, administered vaccines and medications, and ensured quality patient care throughout the clinic

HOME–BASED CARE Mar 2021 – Jun 2021

Home-Care Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintained a clean environment for patient by changing bed linens and administering personal hygiene at their bedsides, thus enhancing the patient's experience

Provided individualized care plans to meet patient needs based on assessment findings and procedures ordered by the doctor

Assessed and checked the vital signs of the patient and reported any issues to the doctor in charge for a quick course of action

Fostered a culture of thorough, detailed, and organized documentation of the patient care records and conditions to improve efficiency for healthcare provider

KERUGOYA COUNTY HOSPITAL Jan 2021 – Feb 2021

Student Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessed the health of prenatal mothers by conducting a head-to-toe physical examination to help detect health issues that could arise during delivery

Steered abdominal and vaginal examination on pregnant women during labor to help detect abnormalities and infections

Leveraged the partograph tool to reduce maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity and prevent prolonged labor through constant monitoring

Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness about HIV prevention, testing, and treatment options, contributing to reduced stigma and increased testing rates.

DISTRICT, RURAL, AND MATHARE EXPERIENCE (SAGANA HEALTH CENTRE, NANYUKI REFERRAL COUNTY HOSPITAL, AND MATHARE MENTAL HOSPITAL) Oct 2019 – Jan 2019

Community Health Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES

Offered counseling to mothers on the benefits of family planning methods, administered vaccines and informed them on adverse effects to ensure the best outcomes for patients

Interfaced with patients in the community through home visits and phone calls follow-up to help in performing diagnosis and school health care services

Educated the community on health, proper waste disposal and food handling, and good housing to help reduce the risk of spread of diseases through scheduled health talks

Administered antiretroviral therapy (ART) in adherence to established protocols, monitored side effects, and educated patients about the importance of treatment compliance.

THIKA LEVEL 5 HOSPITAL 2018 – 2019

Student Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitored and obtained vital signs, identified abnormalities, and communicate results to the doctor in charge for appropriate response and care

Reviewed thorough medical history of the patient using information from history and assessments to make an accurate diagnosis

Steered the admission, discharge, and referral processes for patients to ensure proper healthcare

Ensured maximum patient care experience by assisting them with bed baths, making beds, and changing positions

EDUCATION

Diploma in Kenya Registered Health Nurse Kenya Medical Training College

2021

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Ribe Girl's High School

2013

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) Life Frontier Primary School

2009

REFEREES

Beverly Mkamburi Manager KNBS ad0ejp@r.postjobfree.com +254-***-***-***

Beatrice Mwawali ICDL Trainer ad0ejp@r.postjobfree.com +254-***-***-*** Madam Caroline Owino Lecturer KMTC Thika ad0ejp@r.postjobfree.com +254-***-***-***

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