Wendy Reuben
Nairobi,Nairobi
Summary
Compassionate nursing student bringing extensive hands-on training in all facets of patient care with success in quickly building rapport with patients and coworkers. Eagerly pursuing a role to apply knowledge and commitment to professional development. I am also known for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task completion. Bring specialized skills in patient care, medical terminology, and health education. Excellent in communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes, and support healthcare teams. I am also a dynamic student nurse with many years of superior academic performance. Passionate about patient advocacy and medical innovation. Proven skills in medication administration and patient assessment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Intern
Thika level five hospital.
Thika
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Conducted health screenings and assessments under the supervision of a nurse.
- Participated in patient rounds with healthcare teams to discuss care plans.
- Engaged in reflective practice and sought feedback to improve nursing competencies.
- Conducted health assessments on new admissions.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Collected specimens from patients for testing purposes.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Delivered meals to patients' rooms according to dietary requirements.
- Instructed family members on how to properly administer medication at home.
- Communicated effectively with all members of the healthcare team regarding changes in patient status or needs.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
- Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in daily rounds with the medical team to discuss patient conditions.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Conducted patient education on nutrition, medication management, and disease prevention.
- Assisted with transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, stretchers and operating tables.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, including bathing and dressing patients.
- Assisted with mobility, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, offering comfort and information as needed.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Supported patients with chronic illness management, optimizing quality of life.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Subcounty Nursing Student Intern
Nakuru Subcounty offices
Nakuru
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Led seminars for public attendance to educate on prevention and identification of medical conditions prevalent within community.
- Cooperated with health-related agencies and organizations in carrying out community activities.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Psychiatric Nurse Intern
Machakos level five Hospital
Machakos
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted group therapy sessions for patients with various mental health issues.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss ongoing cases and review relevant data points.
- Initiated crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as games and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Student Manager Intern
Sagana Subcounty
Nyeri
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Participated in weekly staff meetings to discuss progress on ongoing initiatives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for high-risk patients.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
Nursing Student Intern
Longisa Subcounty Hospital
Bomet
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Practiced infection control measures, including proper handwashing and PPE use.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assisted in patient care under supervision, including bathing, feeding, and ambulation.
- Administered medications as prescribed, following proper protocols.
- Prepared medications for administration under the supervision of a licensed nurse or physician.
- Provided basic bedside care such as bathing, grooming and feeding assistance for elderly or disabled patients.
Education
Diploma - Diploma in Community Health Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Thika,Kenya12-2025
High School Diploma -
Precious Blood Kilungu
Kilungu,Kenya03-2020
Primary School
The Christopher Kiamba Memorial School
Sultanhamud,Kenya08-2016
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Care plan coordination
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- End-of-life care
- Disease prevention
- Wound care
- Geriatric care
- Maternity care
Certification
- i am BLS certified
Timeline
Subcounty Nursing Student Intern
Nakuru Subcounty offices
09.2024 - 10.2024
Psychiatric Nurse Intern
Machakos level five Hospital
08.2024 - 09.2024
Student Manager Intern
Sagana Subcounty
05.2024 - 07.2024
Student Nurse Intern
Thika level five hospital.
07.2023 - 01.2025
Nursing Student Intern
Longisa Subcounty Hospital
01.2023 - 06.2023
Diploma - Diploma in Community Health Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
High School Diploma -
Precious Blood Kilungu
Primary School
The Christopher Kiamba Memorial School