FATMA SALIM BAFADHIL
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience across hospital, outpatient, and international healthcare support programs. Experienced in gynecology nursing, emergency and pediatric care support, and healthcare coordination for vulnerable populations. Proven ability to assess patient needs, coordinate care, and ensure timely access to medical services in both clinical and telehealth environments. Skilled in patient triage, insurance case management, infection control, and multidisciplinary collaboration while delivering safe and ethical patient-centered care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Coordinator / Insurance Case Officer
District Healthcare Services (DHCS)
Dar Es Salaam
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinate healthcare access for financially vulnerable patients through a US-based medical assistance program.
- Review and approve insurance and medical assistance claims according to program policies.
- Facilitate urgent medical support for patients who lack financial resources.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling for healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with insurance verification and resolved billing inquiries.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding treatment plans and follow-ups.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance patient care delivery.
- Assisted patient in navigating facilities to find specialty care units.
- Developed strategies to improve efficiency in healthcare delivery systems.
Gynecology Nurse
Medinova Specialized Polyclinic
Dar es Salaam
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Provided nursing care in antenatal, postnatal, and gynecological services.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and minor gynecological procedures.
- Conducted screening tests including pregnancy tests and Pap smears.
- Administered medications and monitored patient progress.
- Educated patients on reproductive health and post-treatment care.
- Dar es Salaam
Matron
Tiba Healthcare Specialized Polyclinic
Dar es Salaam
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Supervised nursing staff and ensured high standards of patient care.
- Managed clinic operations including patient admissions and staff scheduling.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement patient care protocols.
- Dar es Salaam
Assistant Matron
Shifaa Charitable Hospital
Tanga
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Assisted in supervising nursing staff and coordinating patient care.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and treatment implementation.
- Ensured adherence to hospital nursing standards and protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure smooth operations within the hospital.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies to support daily functions.
Education
Diploma in Nursing -
Mtwara Nursing Technical College
Skills
- Patient Assessment and Care Planning
- Emergency and Critical Care Support
- Gynecology and Reproductive Health Nursing
- Remote Patient Triage and Care Coordination
- Health Insurance Claims Review and Approval
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Healthcare policy compliance
- Team collaboration
- Healthcare administration
Certification
- Mental Health Training, Aeon Health Care, 2024
- Infection Prevention and Control Training, Aeon Health Care, 2024
- Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Training, 10/01/24
Accomplishments
- Supported healthcare access for financially vulnerable patients through a US-based medical assistance program.
- Successfully coordinated patient referrals and urgent medical support through telehealth consultations.
- Assisted physicians in delivering gynecological care including screening and reproductive health education.
- Supervised nursing staff and maintained high standards of patient safety and care quality as Matron.
Clinical Training
- Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad, India, Pediatrics Emergency Care Training, 05/01/23 - 06/01/23
- Ligula Regional Referral Hospital, Nursing Trainee, 2019
- Muhimbili National Hospital, Nursing Trainee, 2018
- Mwananyamala Regional Referral Hospital, Nursing Trainee, 2016 - 2018
References
- Dr. Daniel Mukky, Resident MMED Internal Medicine, University of Dodoma, +255 714 884 553
- Dr. Samwel C. Mwalutambi, Maxillofacial Surgeon, Benjamin Mkapa National Hospital, +255 756 617 130
Clinical Specialties
- Gynecology and Women's Health
- Emergency and Critical Care Support
- Pediatric Care Support
- Telehealth Patient Triage
- Healthcare Case Management
- Health Insurance Coordination
- Infection Prevention and Control
Professional Registration
Registered Nurse (RN), Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council (TNMC), Active
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Healthcare Coordinator / Insurance Case Officer
District Healthcare Services (DHCS)
09.2025 - Current
Gynecology Nurse
Medinova Specialized Polyclinic
06.2024 - 09.2025
Matron
Tiba Healthcare Specialized Polyclinic
02.2024 - 06.2024
Assistant Matron
Shifaa Charitable Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2021
Diploma in Nursing -
Mtwara Nursing Technical College