ESTHER ZUNI ACHILA
Compassionate, dedicated, and highly motivated Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) licensed by the Nursing Council of Kenya, with comprehensive clinical training in medical-surgical nursing, maternal and newborn care, paediatric nursing, mental health, community health, and primary healthcare. Certified in American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS). Experienced in patient assessment, medication administration, nursing care planning, infection prevention and control, health education, and clinical documentation. Supported by prior experience in community pharmacy, bringing a strong understanding of medication safety, patient counselling, and professional customer service. Passionate about providing safe, evidence-based, compassionate nursing care while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Experienced with prescription processing and patient assistance, ensuring efficient pharmacy operations. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail in inventory management and administrative tasks. Knowledge of pharmacy software and communication techniques to support team goals and patient care.
Work History
Pharmacy Assistant
4 Years 7 Months- Assisted in dispensing medications accurately under supervision.
- Educated patients on proper medication use, dosage and adherence.
- Managed pharmaceutical inventory and stock control.
- Maintained accurate dispensing records.
- Delivered professional customer service while ensuring patient confidentiality.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare professionals to promote medication safety.
Education
Diploma - Pharmaceutical Technology (Incomplete)
Diploma - Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)
Skills
Certification
- Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN)
- Nursing Council of Kenya Registration No. 82284
- NCK Practising Licence No. 580765 — Valid until 31 July 2027
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) — June 2026
LANGUAGES
References
- Madam, Lina, KRCHN Programme Coordinator, +254 720 594 647, Amref International University
- Madam, Hildah Kariuki, Clinical Supervisor, +254 701 444 912, Kianda Level 3 Hospital
- Ms., Irene Olongo, Pharmacy Supervisor, +254 721 634 058, Private Community Pharmacy, Fedha
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Clinical & Patient Care Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment & Care Planning
- Medication Administration (IV, IM & Oral)
- Emergency Care & Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Clinical Documentation & EMR
- Specialized Nursing Areas
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Maternal & Newborn Care, Labour & Delivery
- Paediatric Nursing
- Community & Mental Health
- Mental Health Nursing
- Community Health & Primary Healthcare
- Health Education & Patient Counselling
- Professional & Interpersonal Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Microsoft Office Suite
CLINICAL PLACEMENTS
- Completed all Nursing Council of Kenya required clinical hours through supervised rotations at the following healthcare facilities:
- Healthcare Facility: St. Mary's Mission Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Healthcare Facility: Karen Sub-County Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Antenatal Care (ANC), Maternal & Child Health (MCH), Child Welfare Clinic (CWC)
- Healthcare Facility: Mbagathi Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Labour Ward, Maternity, Postnatal & Neonatal Care
- Healthcare Facility: Kenyatta National Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Paediatric Nursing, Ward Management & Specialist Clinics
- Healthcare Facility: Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Mental Health Nursing
- Healthcare Facility: Kianda Level 3 Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Comprehensive Rotation (OPD, Medical Ward, Maternity, ANC, PNC, CWC, MCH, Triage & Primary Healthcare Services)
- Healthcare Facility: Coptic Hospital, Area of Clinical Training: Theatre (Operating Room) Nursing
- Key Clinical Responsibilities
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and monitored vital signs.
- Administered prescribed medications safely under supervision.
- Assisted in labour, delivery, postnatal and newborn care.
- Provided nursing care to paediatric, medical and mental health patients.
- Assisted with wound care, dressings and nursing procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and nursing documentation.
- Participated in immunization, growth monitoring and health education programmes.
- Applied infection prevention and control principles.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Promoted patient safety, dignity and quality nursing care.
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Compassionate & Empathetic
- Strong Communicator
- Ethical & Accountable
- Critical Thinker
- Adaptable & Quick Learner
- Organized
- Professional & Reliable
- Works Well Under Pressure