
Kuku Eric
Registered Nurse | Nurse Educator | Academic Leader
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About
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse and Nurse Educator with experience in patient care, health education, clinical procedures, academic leadership, and health sciences education. Skilled in delivering high-quality care, coordinating academic activities, supporting curriculum implementation, and working effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to improving patient outcomes and training future health professionals.
Experience
Nurse Educator / Head of Department, Medical and Biomedical Sciences at EDISS PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Institute (2025-10 – Present)
- Provide academic leadership and administrative oversight for the Department of Medical and Biomedical Sciences.
- Coordinate departmental academic activities and support the effective implementation of approved curricula and programmes.
- Supervise, guide, and support lecturers and other academic staff in the planning and delivery of teaching and learning activities.
- Coordinate course allocation, teaching schedules, departmental meetings, and academic assessments in collaboration with the Institute's academic administration.
- Monitor students' academic progress and provide guidance aimed at improving learning outcomes and professional development.
- Promote quality assurance, academic standards, professionalism, and effective communication within the department.
- Participate in curriculum development, review of academic programmes, and other institutional academic and administrative activities.
- Support the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical and clinical perspectives in the training of Medical and Biomedical Sciences students.
Registered Nurse at Victory Christian Medical Foundation (2020-05 – Present)
- Provide direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, and wound care, to a diverse patient population.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, post-discharge care, and preventive health measures.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Nursing Intern at Bonassama District Hospital (2019-11 – 2020-05)
- Assisted in patient care under the supervision of senior nurses, gaining hands-on experience in various clinical settings.
- Conducted patient assessments, administered medications, and provided support during procedures.
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions, including diabetes and hypertension.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and treatment plans.
Education
MSc in Disaster Risk Management and Safety – University of Buea (2023)
Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation in Global Health – University of Washington (2024-03)
Certificate in Biostatistics and Research Methodology Applied to Public Health – African BIB Professional Training Center (2023)
BNS in Bachelor of Nursing Sciences – University of Buea (2019)
HPD in Higher Professional Diploma in Dental Therapy – St Louis University Institute of Health and Biochemical Sciences (2011)
N.A.D in Nursing Assistant Diploma – Training School for Health Personnel (NAS) (2007)
GCE Advanced Level Certificate – Cameroon College of Arts and Sciences (CCAS) (2002)
GCE Ordinary Level Certificate – Government High School (GHS) (1999)
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) – Government Primary School Group 2 (1999)
