Lucy Kamau
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Radiant Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at leading nursing staff and fostering a positive environment, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Radiant Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Registered Nurse
M.P.Shah Hospital
06.2016 - 01.2022
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Kenyatta National Hospital
06.2001 - 03.2015
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Diploma - REGISTERED NURSE
KENYA MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya12-2001
CERTIFICATE COMPUTER COURSES -
SOFTWARE COMPUTER COLLEGE
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya01-1996
High School Diploma -
NJORO GIRLS SCHOOL
Nakuru, Nakuru District, Kenya12-1994
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Nursing staff leadership
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Radiant Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
M.P.Shah Hospital
06.2016 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Kenyatta National Hospital
06.2001 - 03.2015
Diploma - REGISTERED NURSE
KENYA MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE COMPUTER COURSES -
SOFTWARE COMPUTER COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
NJORO GIRLS SCHOOL
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