Rita Munyazi Kazungu
Nursing Officer
Kiambu,Kiambu Town
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate with practical experience acquired during internship at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital. Proficient in inpatient care, clinical procedures, and health education, complemented by exceptional teamwork and communication skills. Aspiring to enhance high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment while fostering professional development.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Nurse Intern
Kiambu Level 5 Hospital, Kiambu, Mathare Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered patient-centered nursing care in medical, surgical, pediatric, maternity, and MCH units, psychiatric units
- Conducted patient assessments, monitored vital signs, and maintained accurate clinical documentation.
- Assisted in procedures such as wound care, immunizations, IV therapy, and maternal-child health services.
- Safely administered oral, intramuscular, and intravenous medications while monitoring patient responses.
- Provided health education on disease prevention, family planning, nutrition, and treatment adherence.
- Collaborated with doctors and senior nurses in multidisciplinary teams for quality patient management.
- Key Achievements:
- Successfully rotated across five critical departments, gaining broad clinical exposure.
- Recognized by supervisors for exemplary documentation accuracy and patient safety awareness, working well under pressure
- Assisted in over 100 safe deliveries and postnatal care interventions in the maternity ward.
- Contributed to improving patient education by developing simplified health messages for mothers in MCH.
- Supported infection prevention strategies during the COVID-19 response, ensuring patient and staff safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Kenya University
01.2023
Skills
MS Office
Patient Assessment
Medication Administration
Wound Care
Patient Safety
Maternal and Child Health
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Maternity Nursing
Teamwork
IV Therapy
Health Education
Pediatric Care
Clinical Documentation
Critical Care Nursing
Neonatal Care
Certification
Computer Proficiency
References
- Isabella, Gikaru, Deputy Nursing Manager, isabellagikaru@gmai.com, +254 723 413 845, Kiambu Level 5 Hospital
- George, Njoroge, Dean School Of Nursing, gnjoroge@mku.ac.ke, +254722345142, MKU
- Gladys, Mahugu, MCH Nursing Incharge, +254 721 791 131, Kiambu Level 5 Hospital
Professional Registration
Nursing Council of Kenya-Licence number 519503
Timeline
Nurse Intern
Kiambu Level 5 Hospital, Kiambu, Mathare Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Kenya University