Vicky Kitur

Licensed and compassionate Registered Nurse with specialized training in Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing, accredited by the Nursing Council of Kenya (2025). Combines clinical expertise in psychiatric care with a unique background in education, delivering holistic, patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings. Proven experience at Mathare Mental Health Hospital and Murang'a Level 5 Hospital, with demonstrated skills in crisis intervention, psychosocial support, and therapeutic communication.

Passionate advocate for mental wellness, community health education, and evidence-based psychiatric nursing practices. Committed to continuous professional development and delivering compassionate care that promotes recovery and dignity.

Student Nurse – Psychiatry Department at Mathare Mental Health Hospital (2023-02 – 2024-11)

• Conducted mental status examinations and psychosocial assessments to evaluate patients' cognitive function, mood, behavior, and risk factors for self-harm or violence.
• Participated actively in multidisciplinary ward rounds, medication administration, and group therapy sessions, contributing clinical observations and patient progress updates.
• Administered psychotropic medications including antipsychotics, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and anxiolytics while monitoring patients for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
• Developed and implemented individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists to address patients' unique mental health needs.
• Applied therapeutic communication techniques including active listening, empathy, validation, and de-escalation strategies to establish trust and rapport with patients experiencing acute psychiatric crises.
• Intervened effectively during psychiatric emergencies, implementing crisis intervention protocols and suicide prevention measures to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Educated patients and families about mental illness, medication management, coping strategies, and available community resources to support recovery and reduce stigma.
• Documented patient assessments, interventions, and progress evaluations comprehensively in medical records, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with legal standards.
• Advocated for patients' rights, dignity, and autonomy while maintaining professional boundaries and adhering to ethical principles of psychiatric nursing practice.

Student Nurse – General Nursing Rotation at Murang'a Level 5 Hospital (2022-01 – 2023-01)

• Delivered direct patient care across multiple departments including medical, surgical, maternity, and pediatric wards, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse clinical settings.
• Assessed patients' physical and mental health status, monitored vital signs, and documented clinical findings accurately to inform treatment decisions and care planning.
• Administered treatments including intravenous therapy, intramuscular injections, wound dressing, catheterization, and oxygen therapy following established clinical protocols.
• Performed wound care procedures including cleaning, debridement, and application of sterile dressings while maintaining strict infection control and aseptic techniques.
• Provided pre-operative and post-operative nursing care, preparing patients for surgical procedures and monitoring recovery progress to prevent complications.
• Collaborated with physicians, laboratory technicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure timely interventions.
• Maintained comprehensive patient records including admission notes, treatment charts, medication administration records, and discharge summaries in accordance with hospital standards.
• Supported discharge planning processes by educating patients and caregivers on home care instructions, medication schedules, follow-up appointments, and warning signs requiring medical attention.
• Assisted with emergency resuscitation procedures, demonstrating competence in Basic Life Support (BLS) and rapid response to acute medical emergencies.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and respect for patients' diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values while delivering patient-centered, holistic nursing care.

Mental Health Outreach Volunteer at KMTC & Community Engagement Programs (2022-05 – 2022-12)

• Facilitated community awareness sessions on mental health, wellness, and stigma reduction, reaching diverse populations including youth, women's groups, and rural communities.
• Participated in free mental health screening clinics, conducting preliminary assessments and referring individuals with mental health concerns to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Contributed to public health education initiatives promoting mental wellness, stress management, and early intervention for mental health conditions in underserved communities.

Diploma in Nursing in Mental Health and Psychiatry – Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) (2020 – 2024)

P1 Teacher Certificate – Kitui Teachers College (2015 – 2017)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) – Mara High School (2011 – 2014)