Iyanai Martha Chikati
Watton
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with more than five years of professional nursing experience in medical-surgical, emergency, rehabilitation, and acute care settings, complimented by four years of healthcare experience in the United Kingdom. Successfully passed the NCLEX-RN examination in April 2025 and recognized for delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care with professionalism, empathy, and respect. Experienced in comprehensive patient assessment, medication administration, phlebotomy, specimen collection, wound care, enteral feeding (PEG and nasogastric tube feeding), urinary catheterization, infection prevention and control, patient education, and multi-disciplinary team collaboration. Demonstrates excellent clinical judgement, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced healthcare environments. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes, promoting patient safety, and providing compassionate nursing care while contributing positively to multi-disciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Carer
Lancaster House
Norfolk, United Kingdom
2023.08 - 2026.07
- Delivery of high-quality personal and emotional care to clients in respectful, safe, and dignified manner, supporting their independence wellbeing in line with their individual care plans.
- Administered medications accurately following doctor's orders.
- Administer medications safely using ATLAS eMAR and monitor therapeutic responses and adverse reactions.
- Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) using Point-of-Care devices.
- Support service users with personal and specialist needs such as Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV), stoma, catheter care, PEG and Nasogastric feeding, pressure injury prevention.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) - personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, continence, mobility, and feeding.
- Coordinated hospital appointments for timely medical attention when required.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes.
- Managed emergencies promptly, minimising potential risks for residents' wellbeing.
- Prepared nutritious meals catering to various dietary needs, supporting good health among residents.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams to maintain continuity of care.
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
- Supported clients and families through difficult emotional times with sound medical advice and caring personal assistance.
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures. Maintain optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
Senior Carer
Blessings Care Limited
Milton Keynes , Buckinghamshire
2022.07 - 2023.07
- Delivered high-quality domiciliary care to every patient.
- Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), medical support, PEG feeding, catheter care, stoma care, assistance and clinical observations.
- Maintained accurate electronic and written documents on using Point-of-Care devices.
- Maintained detailed records of patients' health conditions and treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes.
- Ensured cleanliness and tidiness of residents' quarters, promoting a healthy environment.
- Promoting infection prevention and control, and patient safety.
- Assisted residents with daily activities for maintaining quality of life.
- Managed emergencies promptly, minimising potential risks for residents' wellbeing.
- Prepared nutritious meals catering to various dietary needs, supporting good health among residents.
- Administered medications accurately following doctor's orders.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks including dressing, showering and toileting, maintaining respect and confidentiality throughout.
- Ensured prescribed medications were safely stored and correctly administered to maintain patient health.
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
- Supported clients and families through difficult emotional times with sound medical advice and caring personal assistance.
- Increasing knowledge and understanding by attending mandatory training sessions, workshops and conferences.
Registered Nurse
Sally Mugabe Central Hospital
Harare, Zimbabwe
2018.04 - 2022.05
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to adult medical and surgical patients within busy tertiary referral hospital.
- Assessed patients, developed individualized care plans, and monitored treatment outcomes.
- Administered medications safely while monitoring therapeutic responses and adverse reactions.
- Assisted physicians during medical and surgical procedures.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Monitored vital signs regularly for early detection of health issues, ensured stability.
- Managed urinary catheterization, Non-Invasive-Ventilation (NIV), PEG feeding, nasogastric tubes, wound care, pressure injury prevention.
- Performed phlebotomy and collected diagnostic specimens properly handled from patients.
- Monitored patients undergoing renal haemodialysis and other specialized treatment.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strictly hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation while promoting infection prevention and patient safety.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medications.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Managed daily caseload, working collaboratively with physicians and multi-disciplinary team.
- Increasing knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops and conferences.
- Trained new staff to meet patient service goals and champion standards of care.
Registered Nurse
Borrowdale Private Hospital
Harare, Zimbabwe
2017.09 - 2018.03
- Delivered safe, evidence-based nursing care to medical, surgical, and emergency patients.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability .
- Administered medications accurately followed doctor's orders, and evaluated patients responses.
- Assisted with emergency care, admissions, and post operative care.
- Managed urinary catheterization, PEG feeding, nasogastric tubes, wound care, and pressure injury prevention.
- Monitored patients undergoing renal haemodialysis and other specialized treatment.
- Educated patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge care.
- Mentored junior nurses and students nurses.
- Maintained accurate patient records clinical documentation.
- Increasing knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops and conferences.
- Liaised with doctors, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
Registered Nurse
MED24 Medical Centre
Ruwa, Zimbabwe
2017.02 - 2017.09
- Delivered patient-centered nursing care in busy outpatient setting.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and clinical procedures.
- Performed patient assessments and monitored vital signs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
- Provided health education and promoted disease prevention.
Education
United States Registered Nurse - Health and Wellness
Go Getters NCLEX-RN Academy E-Learning
Norfolk, England, United KingdomDiploma - Health and Wellness
Sally Mugabe Central Hospital School of Nursing (FKA Harare Cer
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe 2014.01 - 2016.11
GCSE O'LEVEL - Academic
Kwayedza High School
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe 1996.01 - 1999.12
Skills
- Acute Care
- Medical-Surgical
- Strong patient advocate
- Evidence-based nursing practice
- Excellent multi-disciplinary team
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Clinical Documentation Systems
- Adapting to different needs
Languages
English
Shona
REFERENCE:
- Kudakwashe Goko, Clinical Instructor (Sally Mugabe Central Hospital aka Harare Central Hospital), 31 Egremont Road Taunton, Wellington Somerset, TA4 1FD. kudakwashegoko@gmail.com +44(0)7577666790
- Shalwin Mutisi, ePMA Digital Nurse, Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, shalwin.mutisi@nhs.net, Wickford Lodge, SS11 7XX, +44(0)7568500823
- Lucky Nyanda, Senior Carer, tnaluckynyanda@gmail.com, Lancaster House, Watton, Thetford, Norfolk, IP256HP, +44(0)770782791
- Tariro Shamu, Matron, tariro.shamu@gmail.com, +263772390213, Borrowdale Private Hospital and Critical Care (BHCC), 1 Wenham Close Borrowdale, Harare
Certification
Diploma and Certificate in Nursing
USRN License
Care Certificates
References
References available upon request
Personal Information
Timeline
Senior Carer
Lancaster House
2023.08 - 2026.07
Senior Carer
Blessings Care Limited
2022.07 - 2023.07
Registered Nurse
Sally Mugabe Central Hospital
2018.04 - 2022.05
Registered Nurse
Borrowdale Private Hospital
2017.09 - 2018.03
Registered Nurse
MED24 Medical Centre
2017.02 - 2017.09
Diploma - Health and Wellness
Sally Mugabe Central Hospital School of Nursing (FKA Harare Cer
2014.01 - 2016.11
GCSE O'LEVEL - Academic
Kwayedza High School
1996.01 - 1999.12
United States Registered Nurse - Health and Wellness
Go Getters NCLEX-RN Academy E-Learning