Teresia Gachanja

• Fostered a culture of open communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by consistently providing clear explanations of care plans and addressing any questions or concerns.
• Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, promoting trust between nurse and patient through compassionate virtual interactions.
• Delivered exceptional customer service that fostered lasting relationships with both patients and their families throughout their telehealth journey.
• Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessment, identification of potential issues, and prompt intervention via telehealth consultations.
• Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans tailored to patients'' unique needs and preferences.
• Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
• Established strong partnerships with local organizations supporting community health initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
• Developed culturally sensitive educational materials addressing unique health concerns within diverse communities served by the clinic or hospital setting.
• Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
• Provided case management services for high-risk populations such as pregnant women, infants, elderly individuals, and those with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
• Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
• Discussed individualized education to answer questions for patient and family.

• Developed engaging educational content on maternal and child health for a web-based audience.
• Utilized video production and storytelling techniques to effectively communicate complex healthcare information to a lay audience.
• Built a community of over 29,000 mothers and over 2000 engaged learners.

Completed a 160+ hour clinical rotation in the maternity unit as part of a nursing upgrade program. Gained hands-on experience in providing care to mothers and newborns.

Conducted research on diverse factors impacting reproductive health in both male and female populations.

Conducted a comprehensive literature review and analysis of existing research on environmental factors affecting reproductive health. This included studies on the impact of pollutants like insecticides, fragrances, and paints on sperm count, secondary infertility, and other reproductive issues.

Compiled, analyzed, and interpreted complex data sets related to reproductive health to inform strategies for reproductive health promotion and improved patient care for individuals facing fertility challenges.

Completed clinical rotations in medical, maternal and child health, pediatric, surgical, psychiatric, and emergency units as part of an intensive nursing upgrade program. This experience broadened my clinical skillset and expertise in providing patient care across diverse settings.

Served as a personal assistant to the CEO of WEDI Health IT, ensuring smooth daily operations. Maintained the CEO's calendar, managed communications, and prepared concise summaries of key takeaways and actionable items from health IT meetings.

• Delivered comprehensive health education programs to mothers on various topics.
• Administered immunizations to children under 5 years old, ensuring adherence to vaccination schedules.
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records for patients.
• Provided antenatal care services to pregnant mothers, promoting healthy pregnancies.
• Offered family planning counseling and services to families.
• Implemented strategies for the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV.
• Conducted confidential counseling and testing services for clients seeking HIV/AIDS information and testing through the VCT department.
• Streamlined clinic workflow, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient throughput.