MAUREEN KIMUTAI
Huddersfield
Summary
Self driven, empathetic and hardworking nursing professional bringing more than 5 years of experience delivering exceptional care to pre and post surgical patients. Adept at delivering exceptional care in high stress and fast paced environments. Excellent communicator and highly dependable team player with strong critical and analytical skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Trust
07.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Providing exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Management and maintenance of airway and airway devices.
- Closely monitoring of sedation and pain levels post operatively.
- Reducing medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improvement of satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Monitoring patients' conditions and reporting changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with surgeons and anaesthetists.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Assessment of physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Administration of medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitoring of responses.
- Catheter insertion to relieve post operative urine retention.
- Updating patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performing daily morning checks on defibrillators and intubation trolleys and making necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Orientation of student nurses and new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Mentoring new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kenyatta University Teaching Hospital.
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Nurse Intern
Kenyatta National Hospital
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support during clinical rotations.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing concerns.
- Provided education on disease prevention and management, empowering patients to take control of their health.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical issues for immediate attention by the medical team.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Delivered high-quality wound care, effectively reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Assisted with successful completion of daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding or assisting with ambulation for patients.
- Conducted group educational sessions for new mothers on breastfeeding techniques resulting in increased confidence.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Educated patients on nutrition, disease prevention and post-discharge care to support overall wellness.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya08.2018
Skills
- Airway Management
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Pain Management
- Problem Solving
- Compassionate Care
- Intravenous Therapy
- Patient Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Clinical Judgment
- Basic Life Support
- Intermediate Life Support
- Time Management
Certification
Basic Life Support
(Offered by NHS Trust every 3 months)
Intermediate Life Support - Resuscitation Council, UK
Practice Assessor and Education Preparation Course
(By NHS Trust in collaboration with University of Huddersfield)
Acute Kidney Injury Training
(By NHS Trust)
ECG Training
(By NHS Trust)
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Trust
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kenyatta University Teaching Hospital.
06.2019 - 06.2021
Nurse Intern
Kenyatta National Hospital
06.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Moi University
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