Dorothy Byaruhanga Kabasinguzi
Sr Nurse/ Public Health Specialist
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Prevention and Control Consultant
World Health Organization
Kampala
05.2020 - 10.2023
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Nursing Officer
Kampala Capital City Authority
Kampala
04.2013 - 04.2020
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
- Designed and implemented standards of care for nursing and patient care.
- Coordinated patient care services and managed clinical cost control.
- Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
- Investigated and reported all incidents per hospital policies.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Supervised staff of 25 registered nurses, 30 licensed practical nurses and 24 certified nursing assistants.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees via email, phone and in person.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Ebola Ring Vaccinator
World Health Organization
Kampala
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Senior Staff Nurse
International Hospital Kampala
Kampala
01.2006 - 03.2013
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Identified areas of training among 60 nurses by maintaining records of continuous personal development and booking clinical training courses.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Assigned patient care to 30 nurses based on skills and experience, contributing to higher standards of patient care and staff retention.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions, and bronchoscopies.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
Staff Nurse
Jjanda Medical Centre
Kampala
06.2001 - 04.2004
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Kisiizi Hospital
Rukungiri
01.1997 - 12.2000
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Answered phone calls and messages for 10-physicians, medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Clarke International University
Kampala 05.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Uganda Martyrs University
Masaka 08.2019 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
International Health Science University
Kampala 08.2013 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
Nsambya School of Nursing And Midwifery
Kampala 05.2004 - 08.2006
Associate of Science - Certificate Enrolled Nursing
Virika School of Nursing And Midwifery
Fort Portal 05.1993 - 11.1996
Skills
Team Leadership & Development
undefinedWork Availability
monday
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thursday
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sunday
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Quote
The cave you fear to enter contains the treasure you seek.
Joseph Campbell
Timeline
Master of Science - Public Health
Clarke International University
05.2021 - 03.2024
Infection Prevention and Control Consultant
World Health Organization
05.2020 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Uganda Martyrs University
08.2019 - 03.2023
Ebola Ring Vaccinator
World Health Organization
05.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
International Health Science University
08.2013 - 05.2017
Nursing Officer
Kampala Capital City Authority
04.2013 - 04.2020
Senior Staff Nurse
International Hospital Kampala
01.2006 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
Nsambya School of Nursing And Midwifery
05.2004 - 08.2006
Staff Nurse
Jjanda Medical Centre
06.2001 - 04.2004
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Kisiizi Hospital
01.1997 - 12.2000
Associate of Science - Certificate Enrolled Nursing
Virika School of Nursing And Midwifery
05.1993 - 11.1996
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