DENNIS WAIRAGU
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mater miscoridae Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to develop effective care plans and educate patients on health management. Committed to maintaining infection control and providing compassionate support, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mater miscoridae hospital
Nairobi, kenya
09.2018 - Current
- Provided patient care and support under the supervision of registered nurses.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Registered Nurse
Gurunanak hospital
Nairobi, kenya
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided patient care and support under the supervision of the in-charge.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans effectively.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Education
Diploma in Registered Nursing - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Kabarnet -kenya12-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Electronic medical records
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Triage assessment
- Effective communication
- Health education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mater miscoridae hospital
09.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Gurunanak hospital
04.2018 - 08.2018
Diploma in Registered Nursing - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College