General nurse, trained in prescribing and dispensing

FIRST NAME : Kumbudzani

SURNAME : Libinda

ADDRESS : P.O.Box 36 Tutume

DATE OF BIRTH : 28 October 1979

NATIONALITY : Motswana

GENDER : Female

MOBILE PHONE : 74593224/72328418

EMAIL ADDRESS : ************@*****.**.**

PERSONAL STATEMENT

I am a hardworking, ambitious with a clear vision and great determination therefore can work without or minimum supervision. While pursuing my studies I had a chance to exercise my high sense of maturity, excellent communication skills and interpersonal relations that I possess. Looking for suitable position within a successful company or organization where I can actively exercise knowledge and skills acquired to meet the values, mission and vision of that particular organization and bring positive changes and improvements into whatever position or assignment am placed in, increase my work experience and develop abilities in the process. EDUCATION

Institution Name: Institute of Health Sciences Molepolole Qualification Name: Diploma in General Nursing

Start: July 2001 End: May 2004

WORK HISTORY

INSTITUTE: TEBELOPELE WELLNESS CENTRE- KANYE

POSITION: WORKING UNDER THE PROJECT OF KGATELOPELE MO BOTSOGONG AS A NURSE

START DATE: 11 NOVEMBER 2024 TO 31 MARCH 2025

DUTIES

Providing comprehensive care to clients and AGYWC, enrolling clients on Pre exposure prophylaxis ( Prep),Post Expose Prophylaxis (PEP),AntiRetroviral treatment

(ART).

Providing HIV counselling and adherence counselling.

Providing Sexual Transmitted Infection screening and treatment to AGYW

Doing TB screening and investigating presumptive clients

Providing Quality HTs to all clients

Providing GBV screening and GBV post care

Collaboration with stakeholders as well as supervision and management of personnel and resources.

Going for outreaches community involvement activities providing HTs, STI screening

Ensuring availability of resources for example ordering of drugs and test kits will in time

INSTITUTE: TEBELOPELE WELLNESS CENTRE- SEROWE

POSITION: WORKING UNDER THE PROJECT OF UNIT TOWARDS 100 AS A NURSE START DATE: 11 JUNE 2024 TO 10 NOVEMBER 2023

DUTIES

Providing comprehensive care to clients and AGYWC, enrolling clients on Pre exposure prophylaxis ( Prep),Post Expose Prophylaxis (PEP),AntiRetroviral treatment

(ART).

Providing HIV counselling and adherence counselling.

Providing Sexual Transmitted Infection screening and treatment to AGYW

Doing TB screening and investigating presumptive clients

Providing Quality HTs to all clients

Providing GBV screening and GBV post care

Collaboration with stakeholders as well as supervision and management of personnel and resources.

Going for outreaches community involvement activities providing HTs, STI screening

Ensuring availability of resources for example ordering of drugs and test kits will in time

General Nurse: 01/2017- 06/2023

Name of current facility:Nswazwi Clinic

Job title: General Nurse

Start date: Jan 2017

End Date: June 2023

Clinic Description: Currently working in a clinic with out patient department combined with accident and emergency, clinic with Sexual Reproductive Health,Anti Ritroviral Treament clinic, Child Welfare Clinic, outpatient department, mental health department. Clinical Duties

- Consultation of patient and Providing comprehensive care to individuals with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, mental conditions, cancer

- Perform daily dressing changes and collect specimens( blood,urine,sputum) for diagnostic purposes,ensuring proper handiling and documentation.

- Serve as the focal person for the antiretroviral clinic,tuberculosis program and community home based program, overseeing, coordinating services, and ensuring quality care delivery.

- Compile weekly and monthly reports for clinic activities and manage the clinic’ off duty roster, ensuring efficient staffing and continuity of care.

- Supervise and mentor 13junior staff members in the clinic, providing guidance,training,and support to enhance their professional development and performance.

- Participate in mobile clinics and antiretroviral outreach programs, extending healthcare services to underserved populations and promoting health education and awareness

- Deliver health education sessions on various topics daily in the clinic, empowering patients, and community members to make informed decisions about their health and well being

- Manage patients with elevated blood pressure, hypoglycemia, and hyperglycaemia in collaboration with catchment doctors,ensuring timely intervention and appropriate treatment.

- Provide comprehensive care to home based patients and indviduals on palliative care, addressing their physical, emotional, and emotional and psychosocial needs with compassion and dignity.

- Responsible for quickly assessing patients conditins,determining the severity of their or illness,and prioritizing their treatment based on the triage system.

- Following established protocols, guidelines and best practices in emergency care, while staying up to date with the latest evidence based practices and participate in professional development activities to enhance my skills and knowledge.

- To ensure that a high standard of clinical practice and care is maintained, through ongoing competency assessment and evaluating treatment outcomes. Duration: 09/2012- 12/2016

Institution: Sedie clinic

Designation: Registered Nurse

Department: Outpatient

Accident & Emergency

Mental Health

Duration: 01/2008- 09/2012

Institution: Letsholathebe Memorial Hospital

Designation: Registered Nurse

Department: Medical,Surgical,Antiretroviral clinic Duration: 10/2004-12/2007

Institution: Masunga Primary Hospital

Designation: Registered Nurse

Department: Medical, Paeds, Surgical, Mental

Overall Duties

Providing comprehensive patient care, including escorting patients and ensuring their safety and comfort throughout their healthcare journey

Compile detailed reports on patient assessements,treatments,and outcomes, ensuring accurate documentation of medical information

Supervise and Mentor other staff members, providing guidance and support to ensure quality care delivery and adherence to protocols

Facilitate patient referrals to different facilities for further management, coordinating with heathcare teams to ensure seamless transitions of care

Advocate for patients rights and needs, ensuring they receive appropriate care and support throughout their healthcare experience

Provide general consultation to patients and prescribe medicationsas needed, following established protocols and guidelines

Collect specimens (blood,urine,sputum,stools) from patients for diagnostic purpose, ensuring proper handling and documentation

Provide bedside nursing care, including observation and monitoring of vital signs, bed making,bed baths, and oral hygiene care

Administer medications through various routes (orally,intravenously, intramuscularly,subcutaneously,rectally), ensuring accurate dosing and patient safety

Asses wounds prevent infection and perfom dressing changes using aseptic tecniques to promote healing and prevent complications

Insert cannulas and administer naso gastric feedings, ensuring proper placement and monitoring for any complications

Maintain a clean and conducive environment for patient care, adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards

Receive, write, and carry out docots orders, providing accurate and timely information to healthcare team members for continuity of care

Assume managerial responsibilities in the absence of senior staff, ensuring operations and continuity of care

Case Experience

Hypertension

Diabetes

STI’s

Malnutrition

Scabies

Burns

Bites

Assaults

Accidents

Asthma

Sports injuries

Fractures

HIV/AIDS and patients on Anti-retroviral therapy

Urinary tract infection

Anaemia

Hypoglycemia/Hyperglycemia

EQUIPMENT HANDLED

. Pulse oximeter

. Thermometer

. Blood pressure machine

,Glucometers

. Suction pumps

.Medication carts & trolleys

. Syringes & needles

.Oxygen Machine

. Nasogatric tube

. Nebulizers

. IV poles

. catheters & tubing

.Scissors & forceps

CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

KITSO AIDS Training programme

Medication Adherence

ARV Prescriber and Dispensing course

Pediatric KITSO course

TB/HIV co infection

Cervical Cancer and Pap smear screening

Tipple ARV Therapy

Sexual transmitted infection course

Palliative care

Sign Language

LICENSURE / REGISTRATION

General nursing GN9550

SOCIAL ACTIVITY

I am volunteering in teen’s club which involves children of thirteen years to nineteen years who are affected and infected with HIV/AIDS. My role involves guiding, giving adherence counselling, participating in activities that give emotional and physical support to children and their parents or care givers.

ACHIVEMENTS

Corporate Achievement Certificate awarded on 30th October 2015.

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