Nomsa Masizane
@nomsamasizane
Experienced health professional specializing in disease surveillance and project coordination.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated health professional with over 16 years of experience in nursing and public health, specializing in communicable disease surveillance and project coordination. My career has been marked by a commitment to improving health outcomes through effective monitoring and evaluation strategies. I have successfully developed and implemented frameworks that track project results and ensure compliance with health regulations.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong leadership in managing disease outbreaks and providing strategic information on public health trends. My expertise extends to collaborating with healthcare teams and stakeholders to enhance disease surveillance systems. I am passionate about educating communities and health professionals on infection prevention and control, ensuring that best practices are followed to mitigate health risks.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ASD Communicable Disease Surveillance
Department of Correctional Service
Dec 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Led the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for disease surveillance, ensuring compliance with health regulations. Provided strategic information on public health trends and managed data for surveillance activities. Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance disease prevention and control measures.
ASD Communicable Disease Surveillance
Department of Correctional Service
Dec 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Led the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for disease surveillance. Provided strategic information on public health trends and managed data for surveillance activities. Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance disease control measures and conducted evaluations to assess project performance.
Donor Care Officer
South African National Blood Service
Sep 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 3 months)
Managed donor recruitment and relationships, ensuring high customer service standards. Analyzed blood drive performance and implemented corrective measures to meet collection targets. Oversaw daily operations and staff training to enhance donor safety and service quality.
Donor Care Officer
South African National Blood Service
Sep 2018 - Nov 2022 (4 years 2 months)
Managed donor recruitment and maintained key stakeholder relationships. Ensured compliance with blood drive protocols and provided immediate feedback on blood performance. Analyzed collection data to meet strategic objectives and handled donor safety and medical emergencies.
Field Project Coordinator
National Institute of Communicable Disease
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Oversaw surveillance projects and ensured compliance with ethical standards. Trained and managed staff to achieve project objectives and maintained documentation for audits. Assisted in budget planning and organized regular feedback meetings.
Registered Research Nurse
ESRU
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Conducted participant recruitment and ensured informed consent for research studies. Maintained accurate records and communicated effectively with study teams. Monitored compliance with study protocols and managed data collection.
Field Project Coordinator
National Institute of Communicable Disease
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Coordinated surveillance projects and ensured compliance with ethical standards. Managed project timelines and staff training to meet performance objectives. Assisted in budget planning and maintained project documentation for audits.
Registered Research Nurse
ESRU
Sep 2016 - Dec 2016 (3 months)
Conducted participant recruitment and ensured compliance with study protocols. Maintained accurate records and facilitated communication among study staff. Assisted in resolving data management queries and ensured timely specimen processing.
Registered Nurse
Eugene Marais Hospital
Jan 2016 - Sep 2016 (8 months)
Provided total patient care in a cardio intensive care unit. Assisted in critical procedures and monitored patient status. Administered medications and ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
Registered Nurse
Eugene Marais Hospital
Jan 2016 - Sep 2016 (8 months)
Provided total patient care in the cardio intensive care unit, assisting with critical procedures and monitoring patient status. Administered medications and ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
Case Manager
Louise Pasteur Hospital
Oct 2015 - Jan 2016 (3 months)
Coordinated patient care and facilitated communication among healthcare providers. Developed service plans and monitored patient progress to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
Research Nurse
Phidisa Research
Oct 2012 - Oct 2015 (2 years 11 months)
Assisted with participant recruitment and ensured adherence to good clinical practices. Monitored compliance with study protocols and maintained accurate documentation for audits.
Registered Nurse
Lancet Laboratory
Jul 2008 - Oct 2011 (3 years 3 months)
Performed blood specimen collection and ensured patient safety during procedures. Educated patients on the process and maintained compliance with safety protocols.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tshwane University of Technology
Baccalaureus Technology, Pharmaceutical Science
2016 - 2020
Completed a Baccalaureus Technology in Pharmaceutical Science, focusing on the application of pharmaceutical principles and practices in healthcare settings.
Johns Hopkins School of Public Health
Certificate, Public Health
2019 - 2019
Studied Monitoring and Evaluation basics and Economic Evaluation, gaining insights into public health evaluation methodologies.
Pacific Open Learning Health Net
Certificate, Health Education
2019 - 2019
Completed advanced courses in Infection and Prevention Control, Antimicrobial Stewardship Program for hospitals, and Health Information Systems.
Foundation for Professional Development
Certificate, Healthcare Management
2012 - 2012
Completed a course in Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS for healthcare professionals, enhancing skills in managing HIV/AIDS patients effectively.
Letjhabile Nursing College
Diploma, Nursing
2006 - 2008
Earned a Diploma in General Nursing, providing foundational knowledge and skills necessary for nursing practice in various healthcare environments.
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Matric Certificate, General Education
1998 - 1999
Completed Matric Certificate, which is the South African equivalent of high school graduation, covering a range of subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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