Christine Mbinya Ngungu

East Jeddah General Hospital

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult medical and surgical patients.
• Assess, monitor, and document patients’ physical and psychological conditions.
• Record vital signs and promptly report abnormal findings to physicians.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, blood products, and treatments safely and accurately.
• Perform IV cannulation, catheterization, wound dressing, suctioning, and other nursing procedures.
• Assist physicians during examinations, diagnostic tests, and minor surgical procedures.
• Monitor pre-operative and post-operative patients and provide appropriate nursing interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs.
• Educate patients and families regarding medications, disease management, diet, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation using electronic medical records (EMR).
• Respond effectively to emergency situations and participate in code blue responses.
• Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.
• Maintain patient safety by following hospital policies and international nursing standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living while promoting comfort and dignity.
• Monitor and manage pain levels according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
• Prepare patients for laboratory tests, imaging, and surgical procedures.
• Supervise and support junior nurses, nursing assistants, and students when required.
• Participate in departmental meetings, continuous education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies.

• Assisted medical staff with procedures including central line and PICC line insertions.
• Monitored patient vitals and recorded any abnormal variations.
• Supported blood transfusions and oxygen therapies and observed patient responses.
• Helped maintain cleanliness of working surfaces and medical equipment.
• Triage patients and provided essential treatments such as CPR and primary surveys.
• Assessed, cleaned, and dressed wounds using aseptic techniques.
• Handled tasks assigned by supervisors and reported back with updates.

Siaya County Referral Hospital

• Acted as patient’s advocate during procedures and treatments.
• Took up tasks delegated to me by my supervisors and reported accordingly.
• Observe and performed various nursing procedures such as NGT insertion, catheterization, and IV
  access.
• Participated in admission processes and initiating discharge plans in collaboration with other nurses
  and the medical team.
• Ensured clean, safe and comfortable environment for patients and their relatives.
• Answered patient questions throughout hospitalization period and consulted physicians to bring
  patient fears and concerns to their attention.
• Provided health education and self-care skills training to patients and their families.
• Participated in medical and nursing rounds to discuss patient care plans, noted changes in plans and
  made follow ups to implement them.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health conditions by reviewing their medical histories,
  conducting physical exams, and evaluating vital signs.
• Develop individualized care plans based on patients' needs, medical conditions, and treatment goals,
  in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Liaised between clients and physicians to ensure client comprehension of treatment plans.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments and monitored for adverse reactions and
  effectiveness
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility,
  particularly for those with limited abilities.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including assessments, care plans, interventions,
  and outcomes, in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Utilized infection control measures to provide a safe and suitable environment for clients and staff.
  CASES HANDLED; Bowel obstruction, Anemia, Malaria, Meningitis, Epilepsy, Gastritis, Organophosphate
  poisoning, Stroke, Pneumothorax, COPD, Hypertension crisis, Diabetes Mellitus, Kidney Failure, UTI, Sickle
  Cell Anemia, Upper Airway Obstruction, Arthritis, Myocardial Infarction, Peptic Ulcer Disease, head injury,
  hemorrhagic CVA, acute stroke, pneumonia, Asthma, diabetic ketoacidosis, Anaphylactic shock etc.
  
  EQUIPMENT HANDLED; Ripple mattress, Nebulizers, Infusion pumps, Oxygen machines (non-
  rebreather mask, nasal prongs) Blood Pressure machines (manual and electronic) Cardiac monitors, Wound drains, Digital Thermometers, Weights & Scales, Feeding pumps, Chest tube apparatus
  ACHIEVEMENTS
• Improved patient outcomes such as reducing patient’s development of pressure ulcers and
  minimizing hospital-required infections.
• Minimized medication errors by ensuring thorough checking of medication before administering
  and understanding of patient’s needs.
• Improved mentorship of junior students in the unit and promoted patients and their families
  health education on the discharge plans.

SURGICAL UNIT;
Bed capacity; 40 beds (surgical unit)

• Performed comprehensive patient assessments before and after surgery.
• Prepared patients for surgical procedures and provided emotional support.
• Assisted surgeons during procedures using sterile techniques.
• Monitored patients’ vital signs and postoperative recovery.
  Managed wound care, pain control, and medication administration.
• Coordinated patient care with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Educated patients and families on postoperative and discharge care.
• Maintained infection control and patient safety standards.

CASES HANDLED; Pleural Effusion, Appendicitis, Hernia, Hydrocele, Breast Lump/Cancer,
Peritonitis, Burns, Chronic wounds, Fractures, Amputations, Chest tube management, Traction,
Diabetic foot etc.
INSTRUMENTS HANDLED; Suction apparatus, blood pressure machine, Thermometer,
Glucometer, cardiac monitor, Weighing Scale, Automated External Defibrillator, Nebulizing Machine,
Dressing Instruments, Infusion Pump, CPR Board, Walker and Oxygen Regulator among others.
ACHIEVEMENTS

• Improved patient outcome by providing timely interventions, monitoring of complications and
  ensuring patients adhere to post-operative care protocols.
• Ensured that operations run smoothly by coordinating pre And post-operative care, preparing patients
  for procedures and assisting in procedures.