Sharon Nunda

Dear Sir/Madam

I am writing to express my interest in the clinical nurse position at your organization. With my diverse experience in theatre, ICU, maternity, neonate-born unit, pediatric ward medical surgical ward, and psychiatric settings, I am confident in my ability to contribute to the exceptional patient care provided by your esteemed institution.

As a registered nurse, I have acquired a wealth of knowledge and skills through my experience in various clinical areas. In the theatre, I have developed expertise in assisting with surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with surgical teams to deliver optimal outcomes. My time in the ICU has sharpened my critical thinking and decision-making abilities while providing comprehensive care to critically ill patients.

In the maternity and neonate born unit, I have honed my skills in providing specialized care to mothers and newborns, including antenatal and postnatal care, conducting deliveries, and managing neonatal emergencies.

Additionally, my experience in a medical surgical ward has equipped me with the ability to provide holistic care to diverse patient populations, including managing acute and chronic conditions, administering medications, and coordinating multidisciplinary care. Pediatric nursing taught me to focus on the protection, promotion and optimization of the health and abilities for children from newborn age through young adulthood. Moreover, my exposure to the psychiatric setting has enhanced my skills in assessing mental health needs, implementing therapeutic interventions, and promoting recovery in patients with mental health disorders.

Compassion, empathy, and a patient-centered approach are at the core of my nursing practice. I am dedicated to establishing trusting relationships with patients and their families, advocating for their needs, and providing emotional support throughout their healthcare journey. I am adept at effective communication, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments.

I am committed to professional growth and continuous learning. I stay updated on the latest evidence-based practices and seek out opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills. I am confident that my strong clinical background, combined with my passion for nursing, will enable me to make a positive impact on the patients at your organization.

I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications align with the needs of your institution in more detail. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to the exceptional healthcare services provided by your organization.

Sincerely yours,

Sharon Anna Nyanchera Nunda

12/2022 – 01/2023 STUDENT NURSE GILGIL SUBCOUNTY HOSPITAL

Psychiatric Department 

• Participated in the admission of mentally ill patients under the Mental Health Act, managed their care by guiding them in activities of daily living, administering medications, and performing procedures such as wound dressing, learned and participated in the management of psychiatric emergencies, ensured proper discharge of psychiatric patients, conducted follow-up after discharge, and performed home visits to ensure the well-being of the patients.

Family clinic

• Conducted a full physical examination and abdominal examination of pregnant women, evaluating their overall health and assessing the development and well-being of the fetus. Took detailed family, medical, and past history of the pregnant woman, including information about previous pregnancies. Collaborated with the nurse to educate women on various family planning methods and issued the most suitable method based on their preferences and medical considerations. Additionally, performed cervical assessments of women to rule out cervical cancer.

• Completed head to toe assessments and re-assessments of patients to identify their care needs, performed procedures such as wound dressing, administered intramuscular or intravenous medications, and sutured open wounds, recorded and dispensed prescribed medications, provided patient education about medications, collaborated with nurses in diagnosing tuberculosis and HIV in patients, and followed up with patients to ensure medication compliance.

Public Health Department

• Participated in distribution of supplies of supplies and drugs to health centres, ordering and receiving vaccines from KEMSA and distributing to health centers and wrote monthly/ quarterly sub county reports

• Took part in carrying out diagnosis of pediatric conditions during admission, Completed head to toe assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needs and administrated and monitored children on intravenous fluids and medication, discharged pediatric patients and followed up on them by performing home visits.

• Admitted mothers in labor, performed full physical and vaginal examinations, provided nursing care and observation, recognized complications related to their pregnancies, performed vaginal deliveries, administered necessary medications during delivery, repaired episiotomies, provided care for mothers throughout all stages of labor, assessed the baby's APGAR score, administered vaccinations, maintained complete records of births and labor, and ensured the proper discharge of both the mother and baby.

Theatre

Intensive Care Unit 

Neonate Born Unit

Medical Surgical Ward

Family Clinic

Pediatric Ward

I studied in AIC Kijabe Hospital from 09/2020 - 09/2023