Julius Gawo

Provided direct bedside care to 30–40 acutely ill patients per shift, completing comprehensive assessments, administering oral/IV/IM medications, and documenting care using standardized nursing processes. Ensured readiness for code situations by maintaining emergency trays/crash carts and delivering emergency stabilization, post-operative care, wound care, and acute infection management.

Performed OPD triage and monitored vital signs for 50+ patients daily, conducting initial assessments and supporting minor procedures including suturing and wound care. Delivered PMTCT services, monitored labor progress, and supported safe deliveries in the maternity unit.

Managed antenatal, delivery, and postnatal care for mothers and newborns, including safe deliveries and fetal heart rate monitoring. Provided immediate newborn care (including BCG immunization) and educated mothers on breastfeeding and newborn/family planning care.

Provided comprehensive outpatient care for minor emergencies and chronic/acute needs, including wound management, catheterization, medication administration, and serial vital signs monitoring. Coordinated patient referrals to higher-level facilities when specialized care was required.

Conducted patient triage and comprehensive vital signs assessments for diverse conditions, administering treatments and maintaining accurate medical records. Provided health education, including counseling and health talks on family planning and nutrition.

Completed a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN) at KMTC Kakamega Campus from 2011 to 2015.

Completed secondary education at Chulaimbo Secondary School from 2005 to 2008.