Simon
Critical Care Nurse
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About
Dedicated and highly skilled Critical Care Nurse aiming to deliver safe, timely, efficient, and evidence-based patient-centered care. Seeking to leverage extensive experience in Intensive Care and High Dependency Units to support organizational objectives, optimize patient outcomes, and contribute to clinical excellence.
Experience
Critical Care & High Dependency Unit (ICU/HDU) Nurse - Aga Khan University Hospital - Nairobi
(2020-07)
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and continuous re-assessments to identify evolving critical care needs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized written care plans based on changing patient conditions.
- Initiate and manage advanced patient monitoring devices, interpret clinical trends, and promptly communicate critical changes to physicians and unit managers.
- Administer medications accurately and initiate enteral nutrition therapies as prescribed.
- Perform routine pain assessments and initiate appropriate analgesia protocols.
Critical Care Unit/High Dependency Unit (ICU/HDU) Nurse - The Mater Hospital - Nairobi
(2017-07 - 2020-06)
- Managed patient admissions and stabilizations within both the Intensive Care Unit and High Dependency Unit.
- Conducted problem-focused assessments, formulated nursing diagnoses, and executed tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with resident doctors and primary consultants to prepare and monitor patients under intensive care.
- Responded efficiently to medical and surgical emergencies as part of the rapid response efforts.
- Administered critical care medications, including precise calculations and titration of inotropes.
- Managed ward inventory, ensuring the seamless ordering and maintenance of vital medical and surgical supplies.
- Provided specialized nursing care to cardiac patients before, during, and after surgical procedures under the Mater Heart Run initiative.
- Assumed unit management and leadership duties as delegated by the Unit In-Charge.
Emergency Department - Coptic Mission Hospital - Nairobi
(2016-07 - 2017-06)
- Prioritized emergency patient care upon arrival based on acuity and life-saving needs (triage).
- Managed comprehensive preoperative preparation patients.
- Formulated and executed prioritized care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical complexities.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills while delivering culturally competent care to diverse patient populations.
Education
Higher Diploma - Critical Care Nursing - Catherine McAuley School of Nursing, The Mater Hospital (2019 - 2020)
Diploma - Kenya Registered Nursing (KRN) - Catherine McAuley School of Nursing, The Mater Hospital (2013 - 2016)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - St.
Kizito Nyansiongo Boys High
School (2008 - 2011)