Curriculum Vitae
OF
Merise Rodie
MERISE RODIE
** *****; 10 Bristow Crescent; Mayville; Durban; 4091 Cell : 083-***-**** ; Email: *******@*****.***
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Gender : Female
Citizenship : South African
Race : Coloured
Marital Status : Widow
Dependants : Three
State of Health : Excellent
Languages : English – Fluent
Afrikaans – Semi Fluent
Drivers License : Code 08
Transport : Own Vehicle
Criminal Offences : None
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Name of Institution : LIFE College of Learning
Year Passed : 2008
Qualification : Enrolled Nurse
Name of Institution : NETCARE Training Academy
Year Passed : 2003
Qualification : Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary
Last School Attended : Grosvenor Girls High
Highest Grade Passed : Twelve
Year Passed : 1997
Qualification : Exemption
Short Courses & Training
Netcare EN Upgrade Course - 01 June to 05 September 2016 High Care / ICU Training - 29 June to 17 July 2015 Microsoft Word 1997 Basic - 25 June 2001
Microsoft Word 2000 Intermediate - 20 February 2002 Microsoft Excel 2000 Basic - 27 July 2002
Microsoft Excel 2000 Intermediate - 28 July 2002
Outlook Express (E-Mail) - 30 July 2002
Internet Explorer 2000 - 06 August 2002
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1 - 19 August 2002
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2 - 20 August 2002
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Employer : Consultus Nursing Services
Address : 21 Glenwood Drive, Durban, 4001
Period : 01 November 2019 – 28 February 2020
Position : Wound Care Enrolled Nurse
Employer : Netcare - St Augustines Hospital
Address : 107 JB Marks Road ; Durban
Kwa Zulu Natal ; South Africa
4001
Period : 15 September 2015 – 30 September 2019
Position : Enrolled Nurse
Department : Cath Lab / Neuro Ward
Employer : Charisma Nursing Agency
Address : Clark Road, Durban
Period : May 2015 – September 2015
Position : Enrolled Nurse
Department : ICU and Theatre
Employer : Discovery Health
Address : Riverhorse ; Durban
Period : 01 September 2013 – 28 February 2015
Position : Clinical Consultant
Department : Health Risk Management: Pre- Authorisation Department
Employer : Dr R Van Der Merwe
Period : 25 January 2013 – 18 March 2013 (Locum)
Position : Personal Assistant / Medical Secretary – Billings; Theatre Bookings; Authorisations; Reception ect…
Employer : Quality Nursing Agency
Address : Smith Street, Durban
Period : 01 October 2011 – 31 August 2013
Position : Nursing Duties / Locum in Dr Rooms
Department : Various Disciplines
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY CONTINUED…
Employer : Momentum Medical Scheme Administrators
Address : 1-3 Canegate Road
Umhlanga ; Durban
Kwa Zulu Natal ; South Africa
4001
Period : 01 May 2009 – 05 September 2011
Position : Clinical Consultant
Department : Health Risk Management: Pre- Authorisation Department
Employer : LIFE HEALTH CARE GROUP
Address : ENTABENI Hospital
148 South Ridge Road
Westridge ; Durban
Kwa Zulu Natal ; South Africa
4001
Period : 01 October 2004 – 30 April 2009
Position : Enrolled Nurse
Department : Theatre
Employer : Netcare – Parklands Hospital
Address : Overport, Durban
Period : 06 January 2003 – 10 June 2004
Position : Pupil Enrolled Nurse / Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary Department : All Disciplines / Surgical – Male & Female
Employer : ABSA Bank
Period : April 1998 - Aug 2002
DUTIES & WORK EXPERNCE
Nursing Duties and Experience:
I have Trained in the following disciplines : Cath Lab ; GI Unit ; Surgical ; Medical ; Oncology ; Urology ; Rehab ; Cardiac ; Neurology ; Orthopaedics ; Paediatrics ; Maternity ; Nursery ; Theatre and Recovery. I am competent and experienced in:
Theatre & Recovery eg:
General & Local Anaesthetics
Setting up & Opening of Sterile Packs
Flooring for Scrub Nurse
Recovery
GI Unit / Scope Room
Eye Theatre
Stock Control & other administrative duties
PATIENT CARE eg:
Admitting and Discharging of Patients
Administration of Medication
Pre & Post Operative Care
Checking of Emergency Trolley and Equipment
Taking, recording and accurately documenting vital signs i.e. TPR, BP & GM's (Blood Sugar)
Testing of Urine
Catheter Care
Collection of Specimens
Administration of Oxygen Therapy
Bed bathing and grooming of patients – Adults and Babies
Mouth Care
Pressure Care
Assisting Patients in and out of Bed
Care and Dressing of Wounds – Applying Aseptic Technique
Accurate reporting of any abnormalities found
And the Holistic Management of all Patients
HEALTH EDUCATION eg:
Foot Care for Diabetics
Mouth Care
Hygiene
Diet
Preventing the spread of contagious diseases
Discharge Advise i.e.: Wound Care, Passive & Active Exercise etc... Duties at Discovery Health as Pre-Authorisation Consultant:
- Daily manage costly events by appropriate treatment being approved.
- Maintain watchfulness over a period of turn-around times for authorisations whilst accurately checking processes.
- Organise/plan/manage time in order to adequately allocate to and divide time between various task/aspects of my work.
- Trace the implications of situations in a step by step way by breaking it apart into smaller pieces and understanding it.
- I actively participate in problem resolution and offer constructive input in structuring of solutions for client problems.
- Educate and guide members regarding health care and their benefits – including high costing / claiming members.
- Act as liaison between members and providers.
- Facilitate access to preventative services and early treatment.
- Improve the cost efficiencies of Health Care delivery by communicating / liaising with providers.
- Support patients and their families in funding the most appropriate treatment available.
- Develop, implement and communicate Practice / Clinical Guidelines and policies for cost effective care.
- Refer members to Disease Management when appropriate.
- Assist non-clinical staff with decision making of appropriate authorisations for related treatment.
My Profile
Objective
I seek a challenging and motivating position enabling me to specialise in that field.
Motivational Facts
My motivation comes from a sense of satisfaction derived from achieving working objectives. I enjoy exercising my analytical skills to overcome obstacles and meet challenges.
Personality Traits
I am a committed team player who is prepared to go the extra mile to achieve goals. I also have a keen sense of responsibility and am totally dependable. I enjoy working with people from all levels. Virtues
I consider myself to be a competent, hardworking individual who gives my best in all that I do at all times. I respect confidentiality and believe I will be a valuable addition to your team.
REFERENCES
1) Priscilla Mbotho
Shift Leader – Registered Nurse
Neuro Ward
St Augustines Hospital
Tel: 031-***-****
Cell: 078-***-****
2) Rashna Sookhoo
Shift Leader – Neuro Ward
St Augustines Hospital
Tel: 031-***-****
Cell: 072-***-****
3) Mary-Ann Bernon
Private Nurse Practioner - PNP
Owner - Consultus Nursing Services
Cell: 066*******
4) Dr. SM Johns
Pastor of The Family Centre Church
Sydenham; Durban; Kwa Zulu Natal; SA
Tel: (031-***-****
Cell: 082-***-****
Email: *******@*******.**,za