ANN STEFFI OCHOLLA
NAIROBI
Summary
- To exercise advocacy and putting the patients' needs in order of priority without any breach of integrity and confidentiality.
- To secure a challenging position in your organization where there is an opportunity for growth and career advancement
- To look forward to utilizing my skills and training to help the organization in achieving its goals and objectives.
- Detailed nursing professional with proven background in comprehensive healthcare delivery. Focused and friendly offering years of experience and outstanding attention to detail and advocating for patient wellness as well as providing top-quality care. Promotes safe and compliant care with stringent enforcement of safety and confidentiality protocols. Exemplary organization and administrative skills. Highly qualified with expertise in evaluation and diagnosis. Skilled in coordinating faculty and health care providers to provide complete and comprehensive care for patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STAFF NURSE
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
01.2023 - Current
- Workstation: Accident and Emergency
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring, accurate medication administration, and prompt identification of potential issues.
ACTING TEAM LEADER
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Workstation: AMBULATORY THEATRE
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
STAFF NURSE
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
07.2016 - 12.2023
- Workstation: OPERATING THEATER
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Reduced postoperative complications by providing thorough preoperative assessments and education for patients.
- Maintained sterile environments, minimizing the risk of infection during surgeries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and outcomes in the operating room.
- Streamlined operating room processes by effectively coordinating equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Ensured timely patient flow through efficient management of OR schedules and staff assignments.
- Improved communication among team members with regular huddles, contributing to a cohesive work environment.
- Assisted surgeons during complex procedures, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and knowledge.
- Provided compassionate support to patients'' families during difficult surgical experiences, fostering trust and rapport.
- Consistently met regulatory requirements through meticulous documentation of patient records and surgical logs.
- Contributed to a reduction in surgery-related errors by participating in ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
- Continually updated nursing knowledge through professional development opportunities, staying current with industry best practices.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds, providing valuable input on patient care plans based on nursing expertise.
- Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into the operating room setting, promoting a supportive learning environment.
- Expedited recovery time by skillfully monitoring patients'' vital signs during surgery and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Successfully managed high-pressure situations while maintaining composure under challenging circumstances.
- Promoted an atmosphere of collaboration among all surgical team members, facilitating smooth operation flows.
- Provided crucial assistance during emergency situations that resulted in positive outcomes for both patients and staff.
- Evaluated patient progress post-surgery, ensuring appropriate follow-up care and making necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Education
NCLEX- USRN - Nursing
Montana Board of Nursing
06.2023
Higher Diploma in Peri-Operative Nursing - Nursing
Cicely McDonnell College of Health Sciences
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya11.2022
Diploma Course in Nursing - Nursing
Cicely McDonnell College of Health Sciences
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya11.2016
International Computer Driving License -
Institute of Advanced Technology
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya01.2012
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KSCE) -
St. Albert's Girls High School, Ulanda
Nyanza, Kenya11.2011
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) -
Win Academy
Nyanza, Kenya11.2007
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Communication skill
- Critical thinker
- Patient education
- Planning and organization
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Computer Applications
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Verbal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Customer Relations
- Calm Under Pressure
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Organization
- Written Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Project Planning
- Tracheostomy Care
- Specimen Collection
- Care Planning
- Vaccine Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Safety
- Emergency Procedures
- Medication and IV Administration
- Wound Care
- Infection Control Measures
- Problem Solving
- Delegation Skills
- Public Speaking
- Cardiac Nursing
- Surgical Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Geriatric Nursing
- Nursing Process
- Pediatric Nursing
- Electronic Health Records
- Equipment Sterilization
- Documentation
- Instrument Sterilization
- Student Precepting
- Patient Examination
- Vitals Monitoring
- Care Coordination
- Surgical Assistance
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pain management
- Sterile field maintenance
- Aseptic technique
- Emergency response
- Professionalism
- Leadership abilities
- Postoperative care
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Heart saver CPR AED
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Kiswahili
Proficient
C2
Short Courses Conferences Attended
- May 2023: Dataline International Disaster management
- Feb 2019: The Nairobi Hospital 6TH Pan African Cleft Lip and Palate Scientific Congress
- July 2019: American Heart Association Advanced cardiac life support
- June 2021: American Heart Association Basic life support
- May 2019: American Heart Association Cicely McDonnell College of Health Sciences Pain management
- Nov 2019: Hosted by PONCE-NNAK 37th Perioperative Nurses Scientific Conference
References
- Eva Mukiri Gikunda, KRCHN, Senior Nurse Accident and Emergency, The Nairobi Hospital, 0716567176, evagikunda@gmail.com
- Zipporah Kemunto Morendi, KRCHN, Senior Staff Nurse Accident And Emergency, 0729867581, morendizippy18@gmail.com
- Agnes Muthoni Mwangi, KRCHN, Peri-Operative nurse, +254 724 260971, agnesmuthoni70@gmail.com
Skills List
- Create or update patient profiles in healthcare record systems
- Perform initial patient assessment and triage
- Assess vital signs including BP, HR, RR, SpO2 and Temp
- Use nursing diagnosis care plan (nanda)
- Trigger, or call for a medical emergency response
- Performed a 12 lead ECG and basic ECG
- Perform chest compressions and artificial ventilations
- Actively participates in active resuscitations, and operate an AED during a resuscitation.
- Assist patients in activities of daily living
Hobbies and Interests
- Volunteering in charitable activities
- Traveling
- Leadership
- Swimming
Training
- Medical ward, 20 weeks, Care of patients with TB, malaria and HIV and proper treatment Care of patients with general conditions and management., Admission and facilitation of discharge process, Isolation and barrier nursing to enhance infection control, Care of patients with terminal illness such as cancer and chronic kidney failure
- Surgical ward, 24 weeks, Pre-operative care of patient, Post-operative care, Orthopedic nursing, Care of patients with chest drain and Potomac, Gynecological conditions pre and post operatively
- Operating theatre, 8 weeks, Participated as a member of the surgical team: Scrub nurse, Circulating nurse, Recovery nurse and handing over the patient after stabilization from anesthesia, Positioning of patient on the operating table and participating in patient monitoring
- Accident and emergency, 8 weeks, Triage of patients on arrival at A & E department, Participating in resuscitation of a patient (Basic Life Support), Carrying out ECG procedures on patients with suspected cardiac problems Wound dressing, Handing over patients to the ward for admission
- Obstetrics & Nursery, 4 weeks, Care of newborn from admission till discharge, Bathing and feeding of the babies, Daily examination of both term and preterm babies, Participated in the immunization of babies
- Labor ward, 4 weeks, Care of mother in first, second and third stage of labor Preparation of mothers going for caesarean section
- Maternity ward, 4 weeks, Care of postnatal mothers, Health education on hygiene, breast attachment and rest
- Pediatrics, 8 weeks, Care of the sick both medical and surgical conditions, Enhanced parent involvement in care of sick children, Facilitation of children safety in play area and rooms to prevent injury
- Public Health, 11 weeks, Participated in offering family planning services, Prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV/AIDS, Antenatal and postnatal services, Child welfare clinic according to IMCI, Assessment of school children and provision of health education
- School health, 1 week, Assessment of school children and their environment, Referral of children with ear infection, teeth problems and deworming the pupils. Provision of health education
- Psychiatry, 6 weeks, Management of adults and children with psychiatric conditions according to DSM-V Mental assessment of patients on admission and classification according to DSM-V
- Pediatrics, 8 weeks, Care of children both medical and surgical conditions, Enhance parental involvement in the care of sick children, Facilitation of children safety in play areas and rooms and prevention of injuries
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Essential Pain management, [The Nairobi Hospital]
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA)
Timeline
STAFF NURSE
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
01.2023 - Current
ACTING TEAM LEADER
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
01.2022 - 12.2023
STAFF NURSE
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
07.2016 - 12.2023
NCLEX- USRN - Nursing
Montana Board of Nursing
Higher Diploma in Peri-Operative Nursing - Nursing
Cicely McDonnell College of Health Sciences
Diploma Course in Nursing - Nursing
Cicely McDonnell College of Health Sciences
International Computer Driving License -
Institute of Advanced Technology
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KSCE) -
St. Albert's Girls High School, Ulanda
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) -
Win Academy