Isipho Mahlakata

Administering medication, monitored patient reactions and management of all medication i.e. control of stock and weekly check of medication. Conduct physical exams and taking detailed health care histories. Provide a wide range of patient care and treatment (family planning, immunization, wound care etc.)

Practice Nurse (primary health) at Dischem Clinic (2022-04 – Present)

• Administering medication, monitored patient reactions and management of all medication i.e. control of stock and weekly check of medication.
• Conduct physical exams and taking detailed health care histories.
• Provide a wide range of patient care and treatment (family planning, immunization, wound care etc.)
• Coordinate care with other health care providers and specialists
• Stay current with advances in health care options, medications, and treatment plans
• Draw blood, and perform other health-related testing
• Check a patient's vital signs

Primary Health Nurse at Nozuko Community Clinic (2020-02 – 2022-03)

• Provide patient-centered care, disease prevention, health promotion, and care coordination.
• Patient assessment (Performing a physical exam, taking a medical history, and conducting diagnostic tests)
• Disease prevention (Providing immunizations and screenings, and encouraging healthy lifestyle changes)
• Care coordination (Working with other healthcare providers to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate care.)
• Chronic disease management (Helping patients with long-term health conditions by organizing care plans, monitoring progress, and adjusting treatment)
• Drawing of bloods and performing other health related testing.
• Checking of vital signs.

Bachelor of Nursing in Nursing – University Of Western Cape (2016 – 2019)