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Georgina Wainaina

Toronto

Summary

Seeking a growing nursing practice to help build effective healthcare for patients, bringing to focus, attention to detail and a caring smile to patients of all ages and needs as I grow professionally in the health care field; discharging duties effectively and providing high quality support to other health care professionals. Additionally, this would include focusing on advancing my skills to be a leader in the nursing profession by pursuing a master’s degree to expand my career opportunities and increase my earning potential.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered nurse (R.N.)

Geothermal Development Company
04.2020 - 07.2024
  • Providing high-quality, compassionate, and culturally sensitive healthcare services to all patients seeking care at the clinic, including staff patients and members of the local community; which involves conducting initial assessments, diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries and providing follow-up care as needed
  • Keeping accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients and maintaining confidentiality of all patient information
  • Developing and implementing emergency plans and procedures to respond to disaster or other emergencies at the rig sites and maintaining a fully stocked and well-equipped emergency medical kit as well as coordinating with designated medical service providers for timely response in case of an emergency
  • Providing immediate medical assistance and care to patients who have been bitten by snakes or scorpions, including administering anti-venom, managing symptoms and coordinating with nearby healthcare facilities for timely and effective response of patients in emergency situations
  • Promotion of Maisha II activities at project sites for example STI and HIV prevention through condom distribution, education of safe sex practices including working closely with local health authorities on the International World Aids Day to create awareness and access to testing and treatment services
  • Assessing medical needs of staff patients and prescribing medications where applicable, in accordance with medical protocols and regulations as well as providing counselling on proper dosage, administration and potential side effects
  • Keeping accurate records of medication prescriptions and usage, and maintain adequate stocks of medications and medical supplies
  • Collecting and compiling relevant health data and statistics, ensuring that all data is accurate and complete in accordance with established guidelines and regulations; for preparation on weekly and monthly Ministry of Health reports
  • Health promotion and health talks for the local community on prevention of malaria, Kala azar, gastroenteritis and the importance of infant immunizations under KEPI regulations ,including distributing educational materials such as posters for easy understanding
  • Providing confidential and compassionate counselling services to staff members who are experiencing personal or work-related issues, such as stress, grief, alcohol and substance use and making appropriate referrals to the company Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for further assistance
  • Assessing the healthcare needs of staff and community patients and determining the appropriate level of care required, including referral to specialized providers and facilities.

Registered nurse (R.N.)

Aga Khan University Hospital
12.2019 - 04.2020
  • Provide direct high-quality nursing care including assessing patients’ needs, planning patients’ care, implementing nursing interventions and evaluating patient’s outcomes as per the nursing process while maintaining infection control practices to minimize the spread of infection
  • Handling medical and surgical emergencies resulting from events such as strokes, cardiac arrest, car accidents, head injuries, seizure disorders, diabetes Keto acidosis, Infectious diseases, communicable diseases, burns and drug overdoses
  • Assessing and stabilizing patients with expedience and accuracy by adequately filtering through the adapted Canadian Triage Assessment System (CTAS) criteria, and ensuring prompt response in emergency scenarios, demonstrating sound decision making that helps save patients’ lives
  • This includes implementation of basic life support and advanced life support skills
  • Assisting in handling invasive interventions such as defibrillations, IV starts, suturing and Incision and Drainage and infusions and performing ECGs as prescribed by the doctor
  • Trauma care and wound management which involves wound care for penetrating wounds, extensive burn wounds, puncture wounds, post-operative wounds ,abrasions and lacerations in collaboration with wound care specialists and doctors
  • Interpersonal communication to establish rapport and build trust with patients and their families
  • Health promotion and sharing health messages to patients and their families
  • Facilitating safe discharge and/or transfer of emergency patients and other patients
  • Documentation of relevant data related to patients’ care including assessment results, interventions, medications and patient responses as well as follow-up care
  • Preparing monthly Kenya Expanded Program on Immunization (KEPI) reports and acquisition of vaccines from the sub-county vaccine depots.

Nurse Intern

Nakuru County Teaching and Referral Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Successfully completed a one-year internship program at the Nakuru level (6) Teaching and Referral Hospital from June 4th 2018 to June 2019 as per the Nursing Council of Kenya (N.C.K) requirement in various departments: a) General Nursing - Assisting with patients assessments and monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation levels
  • This also includes collecting medical history and performing physical examinations on patients
  • Administering medications and treatment as prescribed by the physicians taking note of the medication dosages, routes of administration and potential side effects
  • Assisting with procedures such as inserting IVs, Foley catheters, nasogastric tubes, drawing blood, collecting urine samples and assisting anesthetists in central venous insertions at the ICU
  • Assisting in emergency situations which involve performing CPR, providing oxygen therapy and applying bandages
  • Assisting with patient hygiene and basic care needs
  • Assisting with patient mobilization and transfers for imaging investigations
  • Communicating with patients and their families about their care plans and prognosis
  • Preparing the operating room for surgery
  • Acting as a scrub nurse and assisting the surgical team during procedure
  • B) Midwifery and Reproductive Health - Monitoring patients’ vital signs
  • Conducting spontaneous vaginal deliveries and providing support to the mother during the second stage of labor
  • Assisting with surgical procedures such as caesarean sections in the maternity theatre while maintaining sterility throughout the procedure
  • Patient education for patients in the gynecological ward on contraception, menopause, post-abortal care and other gynecological issues
  • Preparing patients for procedures such as colposcopies, biopsies dilation and curettage as well as conducting pap smears
  • Providing postpartum care to new mothers including monitoring vital signs, assessing incisions and providing education on postpartum care
  • Providing education to new mothers on newborn care
  • Monitoring newborns’ vital signs
  • Administering medication as prescribed by the physician
  • C) Community Health Nursing - Assisting with patient assessments such as vital signs, collecting medical history and performing physical examinations on pregnant women, postnatal and for those seeking family planning services
  • Providing patient education on their pregnancy, nutrition, fetal development as well as discussing their antenatal profile with them
  • Administering immunization under the KEPI guidelines and educating the parents about the potential side effects and the importance of immunizations
  • This involves proper documentation of statistics in the ministry of health books
  • Providing patient education regarding various family planning options including oral contraceptive pills, implants, intrauterine devices Depo-Provera injection and condoms
  • Conducting family planning procedures under supervision of a registered nurse
  • Conducting community outreach services, providing basic healthcare services (Cervical cancer screening) and providing health education on disease prevention and management
  • Collecting data on community health indicators such as disease prevalence and vaccination coverage, as well as adherence data on HAART and TB therapy
  • D) Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing - Assisting with patient assessments such as taking vital signs, collecting medical history and performing mental health assessments on patients
  • Communicating with patients regarding their mental health condition, medications and treatment options
  • Administering medication as prescribed by the psychiatrist and observing procedures such as electro-convulsive therapy
  • Assisting in group therapy sessions
  • E) Curriculum and instruction - Classroom teaching at PCEA Nursing school Nakuru.

Clinical Nurse

Kabete Gardens Hospital
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Providing direct patient care including administering medications, performing diagnostic tests on the patients and assisting in medical procedures such as suturing, wound dressing and IV cannulation
  • Triage and monitoring of patients’ vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation levels, noting any changes in their condition and updating medical records accordingly
  • Collaborating and communicating with Clinical Officers on duty and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients received comprehensive and coordinated care
  • Educating and updating patients’ families about their medical conditions, treatment options and discharge self-care strategies
  • Providing antenatal care for pregnant women as well as discussing family planning strategies with women and administering the same
  • Submitting duly recorded Ministry of Health reports weekly and monthly to Wangige sub-county Level IV hospital
  • Timely referral of patients requiring emergency care to hospitals of their choice
  • Maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, visitors and healthcare staff through effective infection control practices.

Education

Nursing, Bachelor’s of Science -

University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
05.2017

Skills

  • Effective Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families and other healthcare providers conveying information in a clear and concise manner and providing emotional support to patients and their loved ones
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving - Ability to analyze complex medical data, identify potential health risks and develop effective care plans
  • Maintaining Ethical Principles and Standards of Conduct - Ability to adhere set standards including maintaining patient confidentiality, respecting patient autonomy and upholding the principles of informed consent and beneficence
  • Adaptability - Ability to adjust to changing situations and be flexible in all situations including strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and trust with patients and colleagues
  • Response to Emergency - Ability to recognize and respond to medical emergencies and providing life-saving interventions such as basic and advanced life support
  • Time Management - Ability to work within the set time limits and prescribed schedules
  • Team Leadership - Ability to to be a part of a team and lead the same team to achieve set goals

Certification

  • Clinical Management of HIV, Global Health online program of the University of Washington, 04/2021, 06/2021
  • Introduction to Epidemiology, Global Health online program of the University of Washington, 01/2021, 03/2021
  • Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS/ACLS), American Heart Association, 08/19/2019, 08/30/2019
  • Certified Information and Communication Technology, KCA University, 01/2014, 06/2014
  • Certified Information and Communication Technology, KCA University, 01/2013, 06/2013
  • Renewed ACLS, MEDTIGO, 01/22/2024
  • Registered Nurse number 6639, Issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya, Retention Licence number 406674 - Issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya

Jobtrainings

  • Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital Annual Health Honference 2022, 05/07/2022, 06/07/2022
  • Kenya Critical Care Nurses Annual Scientific Conference, 06/10/2022, 07/10/2022

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Registered nurse (R.N.)

Geothermal Development Company
04.2020 - 07.2024

Registered nurse (R.N.)

Aga Khan University Hospital
12.2019 - 04.2020

Nurse Intern

Nakuru County Teaching and Referral Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2019

Clinical Nurse

Kabete Gardens Hospital
10.2017 - 05.2018

Nursing, Bachelor’s of Science -

University of Nairobi

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