DAMARIS KERUBO GETANGE
Kisii
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse and Midwife with extensive expertise in patient care, maternal health, HIV management, and infection control. Adept in providing patient-centered care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring adherence to clinical best practices. Passionate about continuous professional development and improving patient outcomes in fast-paced, multidisciplinary healthcare environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse & Midwife
Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kisii
10.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history, vital signs, and symptom evaluation. Develop and implement individualized care plans with healthcare teams.
- Administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous), monitor for adverse reactions, and ensure patient adherence.
- Lead health promotion initiatives, including immunization programs, wellness checks, and disease prevention. Educate patients on chronic disease management and treatment adherence.
- Implement IPC protocols, aseptic techniques, and educate staff and patients on infection control practices.
- Respond to emergencies, provide BLS/ACLS, and assist with trauma care. Monitor critically ill patients and report changes in condition to the healthcare team.
- provide comprehensive nursing care to patient with a cute and chronic conditions including post-operative recovery, infections, diabetes, and hypertension
- Collaborate with doctors, social workers, and physical therapists to ensure holistic care and continuity of treatment.
- Manage wound care and post-operative recovery, including pain management, mobility, and patient education.
- Document patient data accurately in EHR systems, maintain HIPAA compliance, and ensure timely reporting of patient condition changes.
Clinical Experience Rotation
Sotik Health Centre
Sotik
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Educated expectant mothers on prenatal care, nutrition, birth plans, and postnatal care.
- Administered childhood vaccinations and assisted in immunization programs.
- Assisted in monitoring the progress of labor and delivery, as well as taking vital signs and providing postpartum care.
- Maintained patient records and assisted with continuity of care across shifts.
Clinical Experience Rotation
Kapkatet Sub County Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted in managing HIV-positive patients, including ART administration and monitoring CD4 counts and viral load levels.
- Provided pre- and post-test counseling for HIV patients, discussing treatment options and mental health support.
- Participated in infection control measures to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team to address the holistic needs of HIV-positive patients, including medication, nutrition, and mental health support.
Clinical Experience Rotation
Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital
Nakuru
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided psychiatric care in the mental health unit, supporting patients with medication management and therapeutic interventions.
- Responded to emergency trauma cases and performed initial assessments and first aid.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers to develop comprehensive treatment plans for psychiatric patients.
- Led educational sessions on mental health, coping mechanisms, and recovery for patients and families.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Kapkatet Cumpus12-2022
No Degree - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Nyamiranga Mixed S.D.A Secondary School
Nyamira11-2015
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Sironga High School
Nyamira11-2009
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
Riomego Boarding Primary School
Nyamira12-2005
Skills
- Patient Care & Nursing
- Maternal Health
- HIV Management
- Infection Prevention
- Emergency & Trauma Care
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Certificate of Registration as a Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse, 01/10/23
- Kenya Sign Language (Part-Time Learning), Ongoing since 01/01/25
- Certificate in Computer Systems Application and Package, 04/01/12, 06/01/12
Languages
Kiswahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Registered Nurse & Midwife
Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Experience Rotation
Sotik Health Centre
01.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Experience Rotation
Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2020
Clinical Experience Rotation
Kapkatet Sub County Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
Diploma - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
No Degree - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Nyamiranga Mixed S.D.A Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Sironga High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
Riomego Boarding Primary School