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Overview
Work History
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Skills
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Onyango Sharon

Nurse
Kisumu ,Homa Bay

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.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Nurse Pediatric Ward

Homabay County Referral Hospital
Homabay
09.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Research Nurse

Kemri Wellcome Trust
Homabay
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Nurse in Charge

Goldenheart Hospital
Mbita
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

HIV Counselor

Kenya Aide Response
Mirogi Health Center, Homabay
02.2017 - 03.2018
  • Educated clients about living with HIV, preventing further transmission, benefits and challenges of HIV care and treatment and access to resources.
  • Identified and developed client-directed treatment plan to monitor ongoing goal achievement.
  • Distributed condoms to promote use for HIV-infected persons and persons at highest risk of acquiring HIV.
  • Collaborated with case managers to assist clients in identifying resources for mental health treatment, substance abuse programs, domestic violence services and housing assistance.

Education

Diploma In Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse - Nursing

Kenya Medical Training College
Homabay
09.2018 - 07.2022

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

Timeline

Nurse Pediatric Ward

Homabay County Referral Hospital
09.2023 - Current

Research Nurse

Kemri Wellcome Trust
09.2023 - 11.2023

Nurse in Charge

Goldenheart Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023

Diploma In Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse - Nursing

Kenya Medical Training College
09.2018 - 07.2022

HIV Counselor

Kenya Aide Response
02.2017 - 03.2018

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