Elice Kajuna
Registered Nurse
Dar es Salaam,United state of Tanzania
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse from Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital, adept in critical thinking and communication, significantly enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Spearheaded initiatives to improve nursing morale and patient outcomes, showcasing leadership and problem-solving skills. Expert in evidence-based interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration, achieving holistic care and optimal health results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital
10.2019 - Current
- Administer medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injects and monitor responses.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notify physicians, and initiate appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Advise patients and caregivers of proper health management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Update patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provide skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Collaborate with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
- Investigate and resolve issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Enrolled Nurse
Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Check patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improve patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Promote a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Assist with feeding and monitor intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Proactively identify changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assist nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Conduct patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and well-being.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Aga Khan University
Dar Es Salaam , Tanzania03.2024
No Degree - Diploma in Nursing And Midwifery
Sumve School of Nursing And Midwifery
Mwanza, Tanzania09.2019
No Degree - Certificate in Nursing And Midwifery
Sumve School of Nursing And Midwifery
Mwanza, Tanzania09.2015
Skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection control measures
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Problem Solving skills
- Driving skills
Languages
Haya
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Proficient
C2
COMPUTER LITERACY
Proficient in;
- Microsoft word
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership and Effective Communication in Emergency Medicine
Muhimbili National Hospital, Tanzania
October,2017
Online Training on HIV Testing
Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Tanzania
June-July 2020.
Participating in Nurses' scientific conference
Tanga, Tanzania
May 8-12, 2024
MEMBERSHIP
Licensed with the Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council (TNMC) as a Registered Nurse, License Number 42890
MY REFERENCES
Tabassum Hussein Manji,
Nursing Head ICU Department
Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital
tabassum.manji@shmh.or.tz
Fatema Fazal,
Nursing Head EMD Department
Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital
fatemafazal61@gmail.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Aga Khan University
No Degree - Diploma in Nursing And Midwifery
Sumve School of Nursing And Midwifery
No Degree - Certificate in Nursing And Midwifery
Sumve School of Nursing And Midwifery
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