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Sylvia Namaganda

Registered Nurse
Toronto,ON

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments in a variety of settings, including acute care, busy hospital setting, long-term care, and community health with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care and improving health outcomes. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on evidence-based practice and quality improvement. Proven track record of success in managing complex patient cases and providing compassionate care. Committed to ongoing professional development to improve patient care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Reproductive Maternal Newborn Child Health Officer

Mildmay Uganda Hospital
Kampala, Uganda
1 2017 - 1 2022
  • Coordinated cervical cancer screening, mentored facility staff in cervical cancer screening and management of precancerous lesions using thermo-coagulation
  • Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
  • Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
  • Managed budgets effectively, prioritizing resource allocation for maximum impact on program goals.

Surgical Nurse

Luweero Hospital
Kampala, Uganda
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Managed preoperative, intra-operative, and postoperative care for surgical patients, ensuring safety, comfort, and positive outcomes
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs following surgery
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and closely monitoring post-surgical progress
  • Provided patient and family education on preoperative and postoperative care, including wound care, medications, and potential complications
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives within surgical department, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing necessary changes
  • Reduced recovery times for surgical patients through diligent monitoring and timely intervention when needed
  • Contributed to successful surgeries by accurately assessing patients'' medical histories, allergies, medications, and potential complications

Registered Nurse

Mildmay Uganda
Kampala , SK
01.2003 - 01.2016
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
  • Coordinated with physicians and developed individualized care plan to enhance patient management and outcomes, maintaining patient and family satisfaction
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated
  • Assessed patient's emotional and psychological health status using holistic approach to maintain patient's mental health throughout course of hospital stay
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts
  • Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices

Education

M.D. - Public Health

Uganda Martyrs University
Kampala ,Uganda
07.2017 - 01.2022

Bachelor's in Nursing - Nursing

Agakhan University
Kampala ,Uganda
07.2007 - 01.2010

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Mulago School of Nursing & Midwifery
Kampala ,Uganda
11.1999 - 11.2002

Skills

Patient assessment and management using a holistic approach

Professional Development

  • Medication Safety - High alert Drugs, Learning Nurse, Toronto, 2023-01-01
  • Health Teaching to clients, Learning Nurse, Toronto, 2023-01-01
  • BLS for Health care providers, Learning Nurse, Toronto, 2023-01-01
  • First Aid & CPR/AED, Canadian Red Cross, Toronto, 2022-01-01

References

Available upon request

Timeline

M.D. - Public Health

Uganda Martyrs University
07.2017 - 01.2022

Surgical Nurse

Luweero Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor's in Nursing - Nursing

Agakhan University
07.2007 - 01.2010

Registered Nurse

Mildmay Uganda
01.2003 - 01.2016

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Mulago School of Nursing & Midwifery
11.1999 - 11.2002

Reproductive Maternal Newborn Child Health Officer

Mildmay Uganda Hospital
1 2017 - 1 2022
Sylvia NamagandaRegistered Nurse