Lilian Chepkorir
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with solid foundation in clinical practices and patient care. Skilled in administering treatments, monitoring patient conditions, and supporting healthcare teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and excelling in collaborative environments. Proficient in medical documentation, patient communication, and emergency response. Dedicated to making significant impact on patient health and recovery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Intern
Kakamega County Teaching and Referral Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted in the administration of medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient outcomes, in accordance to established standards.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver quality patient care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills while rotating through various hospital units, including emergency room, medical ward, surgical ward, maternity, theatre, ICU, and pediatrics.
- Provided education on disease prevention and management, empowering patients to take control of their health.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions and discharges, streamlining hospital processes for improved workflow.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to the registered nursing staff.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, input and output balancing, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Gained hands-on experience in the proper use of medical equipment and ensured compliance with infection control practices.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities efficiently in a busy and fast-paced clinical setting while prioritizing quality patient care.
Volunteer Graduate Nurse
Kwanza Subcounty Hospital
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to te community.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Delivered culturally competent care by understanding diverse backgrounds of patients and adapting communication styles accordingly.
- Collaborated with the registered nurses and other multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide safe and quality maternal and newborn care.
- Participated in monthly and quarterly report writing, and staff appraisals.
Volunteer Nurse Educator
Gatundu KMTC
05.2022 - 06.2022
- developed lesson plans, teaching material, and assessments tailored to students' needs.
- Delivered structured lessons on theoretical and practical concepts of midwifery.
- Assisted nursing students in understanding core subjects including gynecology, obstetric emergencies, and healthcare ethics.
- Demonstrated and supervised practical nursing skills in a clinical or simulated environment.
- Reviewed students' progress through formative and summative assessments and provided constructive feedback.
Volunteer Nurse Midwife
Thika Level 5 Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive prenatal, labor, and postpartum care.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring and assessing fetal development throughout pregnancy.
- Conducted home visits for prenatal checkups or postpartum follow-ups when needed, ensuring access to quality care for all patients.
- Assisted in labor and delivery, ensuring safe birthing practices.
- Offered quality postpartum care to mothers and newborns, including breastfeeding support.
- Provided contraceptive counseling and family planning services.
- collaborated with healthcare teams to improve maternal and newborn outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured confidentiality.
Nurse Volunteer
Nyeri County Teaching and Referral Hospital
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided basic nursing care including patient assessments, wound care, and administering medications.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and maintained accurate medical documentation.
- Provided health education to patients and communities on hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention.
- Participated in community outreach programs such as vaccination drives, campaigns, and health screenings.
- Assisted in handling emergencies and performing first aid.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to improve quality of care provided.
- Ensured adherence to infection prevention and control protocols to promote patient safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing And Public Health
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya12-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- Compassionate care
- Communication
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Disease prevention
- Heath Promotion
- Documentation
- Basic Life Support for healthcare providers (BLS)
Additional Information
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Intern
Kakamega County Teaching and Referral Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2024
Volunteer Graduate Nurse
Kwanza Subcounty Hospital
08.2022 - 04.2023
Volunteer Nurse Educator
Gatundu KMTC
05.2022 - 06.2022
Volunteer Nurse Midwife
Thika Level 5 Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
Nurse Volunteer
Nyeri County Teaching and Referral Hospital
04.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing And Public Health
Kenyatta University
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