LEONIDA SHIDA
Cockle Bay
Summary
I am a resolute and compassionate Registered Nurse with 8 years of experience in providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings overseas and in New Zealand.I Have proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. I am adept at managing multiple clients in high-pressure environments while maintaining a patient-centered approach. I am seeking to contribute my expertise and passion for patient care and further enhance my clinical skills in a challenging and rewarding role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Avenue Healthcare
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided Nursing management of critically ill patients in a 7 bed ICU for both trauma, medical, Surgical and Neuro cases.
- Advocated on behalf of patients.
- Conducted initial and ongoing assessments, including vital signs, pain levels and overall condition
- Managed emergency situations and life support interventions.
- Provided advanced nursing care for high acuity patients.
- Managed wounds, pressure ulcers, and post-surgical cases.
- Assessed clients neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal and skin integrity.
- Assisted with medical procedures such as catheterization, intubation, central line insertion, IV therapy, tube feeding and bowel management.
- Provided health education to patients and community on identified health needs.
- Adhered to infection prevention protocols including hand hygiene and PPE usage which led to the reduction of ICU infections by 10%.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Cared for critically ill patients, including ventilated and post-op cases.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Registered Nurse
Avenue Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2024
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Administered medication as guided.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Registered Nurse
Shalom Community Hospital
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Conducted initial and ongoing assessments, including vital signs, pain levels and overall condition
- Managed wounds, pressure ulcers, and post-surgical dressings
- Managed patients with different medical conditions and developing individualized care plans
- Assisted with medical procedures such as catheterization, IV therapy, tube feeding and bowel care
- Coordinated patients care by collaborating with other health care professionals
- Provided health education to patients and community on identified health needs
- Adhered to infection prevention protocols including hand hygiene and PPE usage
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records and treatment plans
- A hospital in Kenya providing various healthcare services
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Certificate in professional studies for Registered Nurses -
Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, New Zealand12.2024
Higher National Diploma in Nursing -
Kenya Medical Training College
Nairobi, Kenya08.2023
Diploma in Community health Nursing -
Kenya Medical Training College
Siaya, Kenya02.2016
Skills
- IV therapy and drug administration
- Skilled in Catheter care, tracheostomy care,
- Skilled in neuro assessments, respiratory assessment, cardiac assessment
- Management of patients on Dialysis
- Operating medical equipment like ventilators, monitors-Mindray dialysis machine(Gambro)
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Clear interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Rapid decision making
- Patient education and counseling
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) , Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Tracheostomy and ETT care
- Attention to detail
- Infection control measures
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
Skills
assessment and vitals monitoring, drug administration (IM, IV, subcutaneous, Oral, Topical), aseptic wound and skin integrity care, sepsis recognition and management, catheter care (Urinary, Dialysis, CVC), BLS and ACLS, Conducting Neuro assessments, management of patients on CRRT, acute care including experience with various medical equipment and technologies, Aged care, bowel care, grooming residents, showering residents, assisted feeding (Orally, tube, PEG), hoist work and assisted mobility including pressure sore prevention and management, clear and compassionate communication skills, time management and prioritization, collaborator, strong critical thinking and rapid decision making, adaptable and flexible, emotional resilience and stress management, patient education, attentive to details and culturally sensitive
Certification
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency(AHPRA 2025)
- New Zealand Registered Nurse(NCNZ 2024)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) - Nursing Council of Kenya(2023)
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Nursing Council of Kenya(2016)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS 2023)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS 2023)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Avenue Healthcare
11.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
Avenue Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Shalom Community Hospital
02.2017 - 05.2018
Certificate in professional studies for Registered Nurses -
Otago Polytechnic
Higher National Diploma in Nursing -
Kenya Medical Training College
Diploma in Community health Nursing -
Kenya Medical Training College
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