Nicholas Ndungu Mwangi

• Assessed, diagnosed, planned, implemented, and evaluated care for acutely unwell patients per the nursing process.
• Performed routine and specialised nursing procedures such as bed making, turning the patient, medication administration, wound dressing, and documentation.
• Monitored patient vitals and changes and took appropriate actions, including basic life support, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Championed and ensured infection prevention and control to ensure safety.
• Provided counselling and psychological support to patients and their families.
• Updated files using an electronic health record management system.
• Engaged in ward rounds and collaborated effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
• Ensured judicious use of resources to minimise wastage.
• Changed bandages, catheters, and tracheostomies regularly.
• Responded to emergencies quickly with appropriate procedures.
• Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
• Promoted patient safety and care quality.
• Trained, supervised, and supported junior staff and students to meet patient service goals and standards of care.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery before and after surgery.
• Managed patient discharges and provided relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
• Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary team members to plan post-treatment home care.

Cases Managed: Hypertension, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Cellulitis, Sepsis, typhoid fever, Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, Asthma, COPD, Rheumatic heart conditions, Fractures, Amputation, Arthritis,

allergies, Anemia, Burns, Falls, Food poisoning, Liver cirrhosis, Kidney failure, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Pneumothorax, Hemothorax, Parkinsonism, GBS, Diabetes, Food poisoning, Myocardial Infarction, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Dislocation, Sprain, Strain, Meningitis, Epilepsy, Malaria

Equipment handled: Stethoscopes, Thermometers, Defibrillators, BP machines, Pulse Oximeter, Glucometers, Cardiac monitors, Suction pumps, Oxygen machines, Syringes and needles, Nebulizers,

Ventilators, Radiant warmers, Infusion pumps, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines, Stair chairs, Cranes, stretchers, Stretchers, Nasogastric tubes, Drip stands.

• Facilitated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assessed, diagnosed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans using NANDA guidelines.
• Assessed and managed patients with chronic illnesses and acute conditions in a fast-paced environment.
• Assisted in routine procedures such as lumbar puncture, central venous catheter, NG tube insertion, biopsy, and bone marrow aspiration and ensured informed consent was obtained beforehand.
• Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs and responded appropriately.
• Administered IV medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as prescribed.
• Performed routine procedures such as electrocardiogram, removal of drains, removal of central venous catheter, wound dressing, and cannulation under aseptic technique.
• Educated patients and families on self-care techniques and medication management.
• Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with other healthcare workers.
• Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors, and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
• Responded quickly to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
• Prepared patients for surgery using the preoperative checklist and performed post-operative care.
• Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
• Maintained proper records of patient's medical history, vital statistics, and test results.
• Coordinated nursing staff rotas and meetings to achieve consistent coverage.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of care.

Cases Managed: Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, Asthma, COPD, Fractures, Amputation, Arthritis, Anemia, Burns, Falls, Food poisoning, Liver cirrhosis, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Pneumothorax, Hemothorax, Parkinsonism, Diabetes, Hypertension, Food poisoning, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Meningitis, Epilepsy, Malaria, Typhoid fever.

Equipment handled: BP machine, Pulse Oximeter, Stethoscopes, Thermometers, Defibrillators, Glucometers, Cardiac monitors, Suction pumps, Oxygen machines, Syringes and needles, Nebulizers, Ventilators, Infusion pumps, Stair chairs, Cranes, stretchers, Stretchers, Nasogastric tube, Drip stand.

• Administered oxygen, treatments, medications, and other therapeutic regimens.
• Ensured a safe working environment through infection prevention.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans tailored to each patient's unique requirements and goals.
• Prepared and administered medication according to 7 rights practices to prevent patient harm.
• Facilitated clinical decision-making by taking and recording vital signs with zero error.
• Established immediate and long-term care goals, working with interdisciplinary teams to implement them.
• Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs, and dressings.
• Conducted patient assessments with minimal supervision.
• Monitored patients' responses to interventions and made necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Cleaned and treated patient wounds with guidance from the head nurse.
• Bathed, changed, and fed patients.
• Documented all aspects of patient care accurately.
• Engaged in ongoing self-assessment and professional development.

Cases Managed: Malaria, typhoid fever, Diabetes, Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, Asthma, COPD, Fractures, Arthritis, Anemia, Burns, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Hypertension, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Goiter,

Meningitis, Epilepsy, Jaundice, Cellulitis, Gangrene.

Equipment handled: Stethoscopes, Thermometers, BP machines, Pulse Oximeter, Glucometers, Defibrillators, Cardiac monitors, Suction pumps, Oxygen machines, Syringes and needles, Nebulizers, Ventilators, Stretchers, Nasogastric tube, Radiant warmer, Infusion pumps, ECG machine, Fluid warmer