NAOMI PHIRI
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in clinical assessment and monitoring, phlebotomy techniques and would care resulting from burns. I am proficient in neonatal and first-class maternity patient care . I possess skills in handling various medical equipment , pain management, chronic wound care. Lastly I am Committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and a compassionate approach.
The highlight of my career is in Cancer Patients care. I worked in different departments including Chemotherapy suit, Unit one; with focuses on Gynecology and urology cancers, Unit 2 where breast cancer, skin and hematological cancers are treated and Unit 3 dealing with head and neck and gastro intestinal Cancers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
General Nurse
University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka, Zamnia
01.2021 - Current
- Delivered specialised nursing care to surgical and day-stay patients
- Administered medications and treatments, monitored for reactions and side effects
- Supported anaesthetists and surgeons during procedures, ensuring necessary equipment availability
- Educated patients and families on aftercare and preventative health practices
- Documented patient histories, vital signs, and treatment outcomes accurately
- Ensured infection control standards for a safe, clean patient environment
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Administered vaccinations during public health initiatives reducing community-wide disease prevalence.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Oversaw wound dressings, ensuring cleanliness and preventing infection spread.
General Nurse
Levy Mwanawasa COVID-19 Center
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted diagnostic COVID-19 testing and administered vaccines to patients
- Provided counseling and emotional support to patients and families during the pandemic
- Cleaned and dressed wounds, monitored recovery, and prepared referrals to specialized facilities
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care and respond to complications
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with infection prevention protocols
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Fountain of Peace College of Health Sciences
Zambia 06.2016 - 12.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality and General Catering
Chipata Skills
Eastern Province/Zambia 01.2015 - 12.2015
12 Certificate - undefined
Petauke Boarding School
2009
Skills
- Clinical Assessment and Monitoring
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Accurate record-keeping
- Neonatal and maternity
- Urinary catheterisation
- First-class patient care
- Vascular access procedures
- Medical equipment operation
- Wound dressing
- Oxygen therapy applications
- Pain management
- Chronic wound care
- Stress tolerance
- Surgical aftercare
Interests
- Hobbies & Interests
- Reading novels
- Learning new skills
- Traveling
- Cooking
Languages
English
Intermediate
Timeline
General Nurse
University Teaching Hospital
01.2021 - Current
General Nurse
Levy Mwanawasa COVID-19 Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Diploma - Nursing
Fountain of Peace College of Health Sciences
06.2016 - 12.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality and General Catering
Chipata Skills
01.2015 - 12.2015
12 Certificate - undefined
Petauke Boarding School
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