Mengo Hospital
|Enrolled Nurse & Medical Clinical Officer
Kampala, Central Region, Uganda
Summary
Served as a dedicated Enrolled Nurse and Medical Clinical Officer, providing comprehensive patient care on Katherine Ward while actively developing and leading health initiatives to enhance staff well-being and clinical outcomes.
Highlights
Led the conceptualization and development of the Mengo Hospital Aerobics Team, a comprehensive wellness program aimed at improving staff health and mitigating chronic conditions like Diabetes and Hypertension.
Designed and scheduled a multi-faceted wellness program including aerobics classes, fitness sessions, nutritional advice, behavior modification, and cardio care, available four days a week to accommodate staff schedules.
Implemented a sustainable funding model for the wellness program, establishing a fee structure of 10,000 UGX for adult members and 5,000 UGX for students/children per two sessions to ensure program longevity and accessibility.
Advocated for proactive health management within the hospital community, addressing prevalent staff health challenges to reduce sick leave occurrences and enhance overall productivity.
Fostered a healthier work environment by promoting preventative health measures, contributing to improved staff morale and a significant reduction in health-related insurance claims.