Felicia Khumalo

I am a dedicated research nurse currently working with the University of KwaZulu-Natal on the Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis (EP-TB) Clinical Trial, in collaboration with the University of Cape Town and Stellenbosch University. My role encompasses participant assessment, screening, and enrolment at the KwaZulu-Natal site, as well as comprehensive data collection, sample shipping, and report writing. I am also responsible for quality assurance, site coordination, and liaising with sponsors through regular meetings to ensure the smooth operation of the trial.

My experience demonstrates strong organizational skills, a meticulous approach to research processes, and a commitment to advancing healthcare through clinical studies.

Professional Nurse (Research) at UKZN-EPITB Study (2023-09 – Present)

• Educating participants about study procedures and objectives.
• Conducting participant assessments, enrolment, and follow-ups.
• Managing sample collection, handling, and shipping processes.
• Ensuring compliance with quality control standards.
• Writing detailed reports to document research findings and progress.
• Coordinating study activities and liaising with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Professional Nurse (Research) at UKZN-CIDERU (2021-10 – 2023-08)

Reason for leaving: Contract Ended

• Patient Screening
• Patient Assessment
• Physical assessment
• Raising Awareness
• Community Outreach

Professional Nurse (Shift leader) at Life - Groenkloof Hospital (2009-11 – 2021-10)

Division: Oncology

• Responsible for allocation/delegation and supervision
• Administration of chemotherapy drugs
• Insertion of peripheral drips, port needles; urinary catheter insertion; giving back stem cells, platelets, and blood transfusion
• Physical assessment
• Neurological assessment
• Health education
• Basic life support
• Electrocardiography
• Assisting doctors to perform minor surgical procedures in the ward

Registered Nurse (Part-time positions) at Mercedes Benz South Africa (through Ambition Nursing Service of South Africa and Tshwane Staff Placement Agencies) (2008-10 – 2009-10)

Reason for leaving: Seeking permanent employment

• Patient assessment
• HIV testing and counselling
• Immunisation
• Health education
• Assisting doctors to perform minor surgical procedures

Registered Nurse at Netcare - Unitas Hospital (2007-03 – 2008-03)

Division: Paediatrics Ward

• Admission
• Physical exams
• Doctor's rounds
• Medication administration
• Intravenous fusion insertion
• Basic life support
• Health education and psychological support

Registered Nurse at Department of Health: Pretoria West Hospital (2006-01 – 2007-02)

• Admission
• Physical exams
• Doctor's rounds
• Medication administration
• Intravenous fusion insertion
• Basic life support
• Health education and psychological support

Bachelor's Degree in B(Cur) – Medical University of South Africa (2005 – 2005)

National Senior Certificate in Matriculation/Grade 12 – with Exemption – Tholokuhle High School (1998 – 1998)