HELLEN MWENDE
NURSE
NAIROBI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Experienced with patient care, clinical support, and emergency response. Utilizes effective communication and critical thinking skills to manage patient needs and coordinate with healthcare teams. Track record of maintaining patient safety and delivering compassionate care in diverse medical settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Nurse
HEART RHYTHM MEDICAL CENTER
NAIROBI, KENYA
08.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: 43 beds, ratio: 1:6.
- Dispensed medications to patients and assessed physical responses.
- Implemented infection control procedures to protect patients and staff.
- Coached, mentored and supervised new staff on nursing procedures.
- 43 beds, ratio of 1:6
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
- Measured blood pressure, pulse and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
- Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patient conditions in a timely manner.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients following prescribed healthcare plans.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records accurately.
- Inspected, cleaned and dressed patient wounds for optimum healing.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention and health maintenance practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with illness and recovery.
- Demonstrated compassionate communication skills, empathetically delivering difficult news to patients and families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to plan and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Administered medications, performed diagnostic tests and operated monitoring devices to determine diagnosis of patient.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilize patients for additional treatments.
- Communicated with healthcare team to evaluate and execute proper patient care plans.
- Collated medical data for patient records, maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Prepared patients for clinical procedures, providing reassurance and practical advice to ease concerns.
- Operated medical equipment skillfully, ensuring accurate monitoring and support for patients.
- Coordinated patient care in consultation with multidisciplinary team of health professionals.
- Monitored patient pain and discomfort to assess needs for therapies or painkilling drugs.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine their care requirements and devised suitable care plans.
- Conducted emergency medical procedures, such as CPR, when necessary to save patients' lives.
- Maintained continued personal development through regular training, maximizing nursing capabilities and competence.
- Reviewed charts, notes of doctor and test results to stay abreast with recovery of patients.
- Followed care and rehabilitation plans set by doctors.
- Worked with meticulous accuracy in administering patient medication according to correct, appropriate doses.
- Actively promoted best nursing practices, leading by example in providing accurate, prompt patient provisions.
- Consulted with health professionals across disciplines to coordinate successful treatments.
- Supported charge nurse to deliver care for full wards in line with quality-of-care standards.
- Evaluated patients at prescribed times to assess conditions and monitor progress against treatment goals.
- Partnered with patients and family members to deliver current, accurate information about conditions and care.
- Evaluated patient symptoms and condition to plan recovery programmes for timely discharge.
- Interpreted cardiac rhythm strips, treated wounds and administered IV for patients to provide quality care for patients.
- Assigned staff workload based on patient requests and priorities, maintaining smooth-running operations.
- Supervised patient rehabilitation exercises, closely monitoring progress and adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
Staff Nurse
THE KAREN HOSPITAL
NAIROBI, Nairobi Province
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: 38 BEDS, RATIO: 1: 6
- Administering medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi- disciplinary team.
- Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
- Participating in hospital performance improvement activities to improve safety and patient outcomes.
- Maintaining the hospitals policies, standard and procedures of nursing care.
- Observing patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Facilitating patients flow during emergency situations and directing evacuations.
- Upholding statutory regulations as required by the nursing profession and the laws of Kenya.
- Preparing patients for procedures including taking baseline blood tests, ECG, fasting, fluid transfusion, pre-procedure medication and appropriate dressing.
- Promoting safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- 38 BEDS, RATIO: 1: 6
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- 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 the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY AND ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY
THE NAIROBI WEST HOSPITAL
NAIROBI 02.2025 - 04.2025
DIPLOMA - NURSING
The Karen Hospital
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2023 - 08.2016
Some College (No Degree) -
NGARA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2008 - 11.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Primary School
GLORIOUS VISION PRIMARY SCHOOL
Nairobi, Kenya 01.1998 - 12.2007
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Direct nursing care
- EMR systems
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Medication administration
Wound management
Patient care
Infection control
Emergency care
Health promotion
Clinical documentation
Nursing staff leadership
Critical care nursing
Diabetes management
Licensure And Certificates
- Kenya Registered Nurse, 10/01/16, 03/01/24
- IELTS, 03/01/23, 03/01/25
Medical Cases Handled
- Meningitis
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Diabetes Melitus
- Acute/Chronic Kidney Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- HIV/AIDS
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Hypo/Hyperthyroidism
- Tuberculosis
Timeline
Some College (No Degree) - ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY AND ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY
THE NAIROBI WEST HOSPITAL
02.2025 - 04.2025
DIPLOMA - NURSING
The Karen Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2016
Nurse
HEART RHYTHM MEDICAL CENTER
08.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse
THE KAREN HOSPITAL
11.2016 - 08.2019
Some College (No Degree) -
NGARA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2008 - 11.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Primary School
GLORIOUS VISION PRIMARY SCHOOL
01.1998 - 12.2007
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