HOPE HEZEKIAH CHIBWIZI
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Shifaa Pan African Hospital
Dar Es Salaam
04.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery strategies for improved outcomes.
- Assisted in wound care management, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and infection control standards.
- Documented patient assessments and progress accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and service delivery efficiency.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional development and teamwork.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patients.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
Internship
Nkinga Referral Hospital
Tabora Region
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted healthcare professionals in patient care and documentation procedures.
- Supported administrative tasks, ensuring efficient operation of hospital departments.
- Maintained accurate medical records, adhering to data privacy regulations.
- Participated in team meetings, contributing to discussions on patient care strategies.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement best practices for patient support.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Community Health Nursing Field
Field Study
Morogoro
2023 - 08.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Community Mental Health Field Study
Muhimbili University of Heath and Allied Sciences
Dodoma
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Practical clinical field
Muhimbili National Hospital
Mloganzila
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Practical clinical field
Mnazi Mmoja Health Centre
Dar es Salaam
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Practical clinical field
Muhimbili National Hospital
Upanga
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
01.2023
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education
Nsumba Secondary School
01.2019
Certificate - Secondary school education
Msonga Secondary School
01.2016
Certificate - primary school
Msonga Primary School
01.2012
Skills
- Teaching and demonstration skills in both communities based and clinical environment
- Project/research proposals skills, report writing, coordination skills, supervision and provision of training skills
- Interpersonal communication skills, guidance and counselling, community-based planning and intervention skills
- Skills in illness prevention and community mobilization toward health seeking behavior
- Computer Literate in basic computer application such as use of Mendeley referencing software, Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Power point and Microsoft Office Excel
- Computer Skills in Data analysis using SPSS
- Computer Literate in basic computer application such as use of Mendeley referencing software, Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Power point and Microsoft Office Excel
- Computer Skills in Data analysis using SPSS
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control
- Patient care assessment
- Documentation
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes management
6. ABILITY AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Willing to adhere on Nursing Code of conducts
- To work in dynamic environment
- To learn new thing fast and diligently
- High commitment, self-esteem, confidence, hardworking, and open mind, Competent in both Swahili and English language
- High adherence to code of conduct and code of ethics
HOBIES AND INTERESTS
Reading books, Journals, Articles publication and newspaper, Praying, Watching and playing football.
8.REFERENCES
•Dr.Dickson Ally Mkoka mkomakalinga@yahoo.com, +255628139150, +255718694495, School of
Nursing, MUHAS, Dean
•Dr. Khadija I. Yahya
Head of Nursing Management Department, MUHAS
Email: ki.yahyamalima@gmail.com
Mobile: +255784627380
•Fredrick Muzimya
Patron, Nkinga Referral Hospital
Mobile: +255764498958
9.DISCLAIMER
I declare that all information and particulars filled in this curriculum vitae are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Shifaa Pan African Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Community Mental Health Field Study
Muhimbili University of Heath and Allied Sciences
06.2023 - 07.2023
Internship
Nkinga Referral Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Practical clinical field
Muhimbili National Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
Practical clinical field
Mnazi Mmoja Health Centre
01.2022 - 01.2023
Practical clinical field
Muhimbili National Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education
Nsumba Secondary School
Certificate - Secondary school education
Msonga Secondary School
Certificate - primary school
Msonga Primary School
Community Health Nursing Field
Field Study
2023 - 08.2023