Thembakuye Nkomazana
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with extensive expertise in patient assessment, mental health evaluation, and counselling proficiency. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive mental status examinations and implement effective treatment plans. Skilled in crisis intervention, psychotropic medication knowledge, and psychotherapy techniques. Adept at managing group therapy sessions and providing holistic care approaches. Strong advocate for patients with a deep understanding of cultural sensitivities and fostering therapeutic environments. Committed to effective communication within multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered general nurse
Ministry of Health and Childcare-Gwanda Hospital
Gwanda
01.2017 - Current
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Championed mental health awareness amongst colleagues; broke down stigma attached to psychiatric illnesses in clinical setting.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Tested glucose and administered injections.
- Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via IVs, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
- Used strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Monitored, assessed and recorded patient condition and coordinated patient discharge planning.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Skilfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Provided patients with information about need for equipment like blood pressure monitors and proper use of each.
Registered General Nurse/Mental Health Nurse
Ministry of Health and Childcare-Ingutsheni Hospit
Bulawayo
05.2009 - 12.2016
- Recorded and reported vital signs to the medical team for prompt response.
- Participated in medical research projects contributing to advancements in nursing practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Performed wound dressings whilst adhering strictly to hygiene standards.
- Oversaw the smooth running of the ward through efficient resource management including staff rosters and equipment inventory checks.
- Handled administration duties such as scheduling appointments and liaising with other departments.
- Developed individualised nursing care plans based on patient assessment results.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Education
Diploma in Psychiatric Mental Health - Mental Health
Department of Mental Health Education
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 05.2012 - 12.2013
Diploma in General Nursing - General Nursing
Gwanda Multidisciplinary Training School
Gwanda, Zimbabwe 05.2005 - 04.2008
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Mental health evaluation
- Counselling proficiency
- Crisis intervention
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Group therapy management
- Mental status examination conducting
- Treatment planning and implementation
- Psychiatric interviewing
- Substance abuse treatment knowledge
- Patient advocacy
- Case management expertise
- Holistic care approach
- Communication with multidisciplinary team
- Understanding cultural sensitivities
- Fostering therapeutic environment
Affiliations
- I have a passion in baking cakes. I have won an award for being the best in my region.
Accomplishments
I was the Gold medallist both in General and Mental health nursing. I was the best the whole of Zimbabwe in both occasions.
Timeline
Registered general nurse
Ministry of Health and Childcare-Gwanda Hospital
01.2017 - Current
Diploma in Psychiatric Mental Health - Mental Health
Department of Mental Health Education
05.2012 - 12.2013
Registered General Nurse/Mental Health Nurse
Ministry of Health and Childcare-Ingutsheni Hospit
05.2009 - 12.2016
Diploma in General Nursing - General Nursing
Gwanda Multidisciplinary Training School
05.2005 - 04.2008
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