FAITH JEPCHUMBA
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Dedicated Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate skilled in providing high-quality nursing care in clinical and community environments. Fostered patient well-being through effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to ongoing professional development and exemplifying punctuality and professionalism in all interactions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Officer Intern
Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Rotated through key departments; medical, surgical, maternity, NBU, pediatrics, trauma and emergency, psychiatry, critical care and community health.
- Oversaw pediatric ward operations, ensuring high standards of child-centered care and effective team management.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing services across both inpatient and outpatient departments, ensuring continuity of care.
- Conducted triage and rapid patient assessments in Accident & Emergency unit, enabling timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
- Provided holistic care to patients with diverse medical, surgical, and orthopedic conditions across multiple wards.
- Managed neonatal care in the newborn unit, including premature infants and those with birth complications.
- Served as scrub nurse, circulating nurse, and post-anesthesia care provider in the operating theatre.
- Supported mothers through labor, delivery, and postnatal recovery in maternity wards.
- Closely monitored and documented patient progress in critical care and renal units, ensuring high standards of care.
- Assessed antenatal clients and delivered targeted health education within the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) clinic.
- Executed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while ensuring accurate documentation and thorough counseling.
- Delivered bedside nursing care by assisting with feeding, hygiene, and mobility.
- Administering medications safely, monitoring for side effects, and ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
- Recording and monitoring vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Assisting physicians during diagnostic procedures, surgeries, and emergency interventions.
- Performing specialized nursing procedures such as wound care, IV therapy, catheterization, and blood transfusion monitoring.
- Preparing patients physically and emotionally for surgery, investigations, or therapeutic procedures.
- Maintaining cleanliness, safety, and infection control standards in wards and clinical units.
- Conducting patient handovers during shift changes for continuity of care.
- Coordinated hospital supplies, equipment, and linen, guaranteeing consistent availability and proper usage.
- Implementing waste disposal protocols and environmental hygiene measures.
- Monitoring patient nutrition, hydration, and overall well-being.
- Maintaining accurate patient records, nursing notes, and treatment charts.
- Documenting medication administration, procedures performed, and patient progress.
- Reporting changes in patient condition promptly to physicians and senior staff.
- Participating in audits, incident reporting, and quality assurance activities.
- Guided and mentored junior nurses, interns, and nursing students, fostering professional development and enhancing team competency.
- Conducting health education sessions for patients and families on disease prevention, treatment, and lifestyle.
- Participating in continuous professional development programs and workshops.
- Assisting in staff training, skill-building, and competency assessments.
- Coordinating with doctors, allied health professionals, and support staff for holistic patient care.
- Providing emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
- Acting as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Advocating for patient rights, safety, and dignity.
- Upholding nursing ethics and professional standards in all actions.
- Maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
- Engaging in evidence-based practice and continuous improvement of care delivery.
Home based nurse
Direct patient care
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Delivered individualized nursing care for diabetes patient, monitoring blood glucose levels, administering medication, and providing dietary guidance to enhance overall health management.
- Delivered wound care management, including cleaning, dressing changes, infection prevention, and patient education on proper wound hygiene to support healing and reduce complications.
- Supported daily living activities while coordinating adherence to personalized nutrition and exercise plans for diabetes management.
- Offered emotional and physical support during recovery, fostering a compassionate environment to promote healing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kabarak University
Nakuru , Kenya 09.2019 - 12/2023
Computer Packages
Cambridge Universal College
11.2019 - 12.2019
KCSE -
Metkei Girls High School
Keiyo , Kenya 02.2015 - 12.2018
KCPE -
Bishop Muge School Kamogoiwo
Nandi , Kenya 01.2007 - 12.2014
Borrs Education Centre
Kitale , Kenya 01.2004 - 12.2006
Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Safe medication administration
- Performing essential nursing procedures
- Infection prevention and control
- Empathetic patient and family interaction
- Clear reporting and documentation
- Effective teamwork with healthcare professionals
- Rapid response in emergencies
- Evidence-based problem solving
- Leadership & Supervision
- Maintaining confidentiality and dignity
- Advocating for patient rights and safety
- Resource and staff management
- Health education and counseling
- Implementing policies and quality improvement
- Detail-Oriented
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Mentorship engagement
- Student training
- Outpatient care
- Community health
- Home health care
Languages
I have fluency in English and Kiswahili languages with translation and interpretation abilities.
Personal Information
Nationality: Kenyan
ID No:38006807
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- Licensed by Nursing Council of Kenya
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing Certificate by Nursing Council of Kenya
Referees
1. Mr. Selim Naftalie
Designation: Registered Nurse Mama LucyKibaki Hospital. Email nafsel3@gmail.com
Tel: +254 703 509132
2. Mr. Bryant Sang
Nurse Educator and Researcher, Kabarak University Tel: +254 711970 684 | Email:bryantsang9@gmail.com
3 Josephine Aritho
Senior Nursing Officer Mama LucyKibaki Hospital
Arithojosephine@yahoo.com
Tel: +254722818207.
Timeline
Nurse Officer Intern
Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2025
Home based nurse
Direct patient care
02.2024 - 05.2024
Computer Packages
Cambridge Universal College
11.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kabarak University
09.2019 - 12/2023
KCSE -
Metkei Girls High School
02.2015 - 12.2018
KCPE -
Bishop Muge School Kamogoiwo
01.2007 - 12.2014
Borrs Education Centre
01.2004 - 12.2006