Anna Akech Tiridri
Nurse Counsellor
Kampala
Summary
Skilled Counselor with strong background helping clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed by Uganda Counseling Association.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Counsellor
The Uganda women Lawyers FIDA Uganda
kampala
07.2021 - Current
- Guided over 30 clients a month in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels through regional coordination.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
Medical Project Officer
Samaritan's Purse International Relief
kampala
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Nurse Counsellor
Mildmay Uganda
kampala
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Onboarded new temps by entering employee information into systems.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Managed team of 5 employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service with 2 medical camps a year
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Nurse
Mulago National referral hospital
kampala
03.1999 - 12.2007
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
University of South Wales
Cyprus 03.2022 - 08.2022
Skills
Revived a near collapse project through Planning and Coordination
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Master of Science - Public Health
University of South Wales
03.2022 - 08.2022
Counsellor
The Uganda women Lawyers FIDA Uganda
07.2021 - Current
Medical Project Officer
Samaritan's Purse International Relief
01.2013 - 12.2019
Nurse Counsellor
Mildmay Uganda
01.2008 - 12.2012
Nurse
Mulago National referral hospital
03.1999 - 12.2007
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