Linda Holtzhausen

Pandemic frontline healthcare provider at ATA International Holdings
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(386) 825-5501
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Johannesburg Metropolitan Area, ZA

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Experience

    • South Africa
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Pandemic frontline healthcare provider
      • Mar 2020 - Present

      • Training and monitoring of W.H.O. approved donning and doffing of PPE required for pandemic conditions like Covid-19 during high-risk exposure as well as low risk exposure. • IPC monitoring and training in infectious waste management. • Screening for Covid-19 disease via nasopharyngeal PCR / Rapid antigen testing as well as rapid Cassette IgG/IgM blood testing. • Management of crew changes via social distancing and sanitisation to prevent spreading of Covid-19 • Post testing social Isolation and temperature monitoring during mandatory quarantine periods. • Compiling Ministry of health required social isolation temperature and symptoms tracking via electronic (MyC App) and paperwork trail. • Tracking and tracing of positive Covid-19 cases within work environment. • Providing medical treatment to mild to moderate symptomatic covid-19 positive cases. • Compiling information and registering of employees for Covid-19 vaccinations as per Employer requirements. • Administering of Vaccinations against Covid-19 Show less

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • HSE Advisor
      • Oct 2018 - Present

      • To produce various reports on HSE related matters as required by the Client, using good written English and accurate reporting writing. • Ensure that all new crew members follow a full safety induction programme. • Promote a consistent and proactive awareness of QHSE throughout the vessel’s crew. • Coach and Support offshore crew in the proficient use of all tools within the QHSE MS. • Train crew in the key aspects of the company QHSE MS according to ISO9001 and OGP expectations, so that they can perform the following QHSE-related tasks: o Mentor new members to their Department according to the New Hire Induction process. o Risk-Assess the suitability of same procedures using Job Safety Analysis methodology (JSA). o Assessment of other site-specific risks associated with ad-hoc operations. o Effective use of Toolbox Meetings. o Confident and accurate incident reporting using Integrum’s CAR’s (HZR, NCR, AFR, MoC, etc.) • Visit and inspect associated Support and Guard vessels. • Participate in pre-survey meetings with Clients as and when required. • Promote crew awareness of applicable QHSE Plans (Project, Crew, Yard, Interface, etc.) • Alert Crew to lateral lessons learnt from Incident Investigations from other company Vessels or IAGC Alerts. • Ensure that changes to Policy or Company Standards are communicated and understood by Crew. • Monitor vessel performance against QHSE objectives. • Play a key role in on board Incident Investigations of HiPo’s, Recordable, etc. using TOPSET methodology. • Regularly QC the Vessel’s Audit status and promote the timely closure of remedial actions. • Ensure sufficient and timely supply of on board QHSE resources and spares (PPE, safety equipment, etc.) • Perform Noise Level Assessments on an annual basis. • Maintain inspection records and upload into electronic HSE system after execution. • Deliver presentations or training on HSE topics as directed, and maintaining attendance records. Show less

    • Offshore medic
      • Oct 2013 - Nov 2021

      To provide appropriate primary and emergency medical/trauma response management, including the preparation for, assistance and management of emergency medical evacuations to second line treatment facility. To diagnose and manage routine medical conditions and minor injuries. To undertake accurate clinical examinations and maintain individual medical records. To safely and appropriately prescribe medications within the Company Guidelines To treat all medical information and technical information about client’s activities obtained in the course of working on the project in the strictest confidence as per Professional Code of Conduct. To provide first aid training basic to advance as required. To initiate health awareness programmers relevant to the workforce and project location. To undertake weekly health and hygiene inspections as well as water testing and provide assistance in identifying health and hygiene needs. To keep accurate records of Pharmacy inventory and ensure that stock levels are maintained to an adequate level. To undertake training in electronic reporting systems and input HSE data. To undertake Occupational Survey for work area noise, light and Desk Work Station Ergonomics assessment as directed To undertake Occupational screening for pre-employment, annual or periodic medicals that included Vision screening, Hearing (Audiometry) screening, physical examination, pulmonary (Inspirometry) screening as directed. To comply with the correct handling and disposal of general, medical and infected waste as per Company Waste Management System. To maintain Safe card and HSEQ Management System database. To undertake drug and alcohol testing as required. Act as the leader for the medical team. Carry out First Aid Training with the crew on regular basis, and as a part of the vessels SOLAS training program Show less

  • FrontierMEDEX
    • Djibouti,
    • Remote Trauma and Occupational nurse
      • May 2013 - Jun 2013

      Occupational, medical and trauma support to client. Occupational, medical and trauma support to client.

    • Remote ALS Trauma and Occupational Nurse
      • Jun 2007 - Aug 2012

      Clinical duties and Responsibilities:1. Auditing and maintaining the hygiene of the kitchen, catering and housekeeping staff 2. Compiling of report and recommendation to improve the hygiene, catering and housekeeping.3. Compiling of health education weekly.4. Compiling Statistical and Medical reports.5. Coordinating the referral and transfer (evacuation) of patients.6. Accurate assessment of patient’s condition on arrival.7. Placing patient in appropriate area of care according to patient’s priority (Triage).8. Examination, diagnosing and treating of patients requiring medical and Emergency assistance.9. Accurate and complete recording of all investigations, monitoring and procedures performed on patients.10. Arrangement for referral or admission of patient in hospital or evacuation as condition requires.11. Cleaning and maintenance of equipment and the practicing area.12. Compiling of register for maintenance and calibration of all equipment in practising area.13. Procurement and recommendation of equipment require in practicing area.14. Monitoring the correct handling and disposal of general, medical and infected waste.15. Determining stock required for practice area16. Recommendation and procurement of medications and disposable stock required17. Compiling, recording and maintaining adequate stock levels as required. Show less

    • Remote ALS Nurse
      • Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Clinic Manager
      • Nov 2010 - Jan 2011

      Locum relieve as Clinic manager. Locum relieve as Clinic manager.

  • Netcare 911 SOS Mozambique
    • Pemba, Mocimba da Pria, Mozambique.
    • Clinic Manager
      • Jul 2010 - Nov 2010

  • iNHEMACO
    • Guinea and Tanzania
    • Remote ALS Health care provider
      • Jun 2006 - Jun 2007

    • South Africa
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Trauma Nurse
      • Jan 1995 - Jun 2006

      Senior Trauma nurse as Night duty shift leader in Trauma Casualty, Resus and Trauma ICU.

    • Trauma Registered nurse
      • Jan 1994 - Jun 2006

      Triaging and treatment of all different types of medical conditions as well as injuries.

Education

  • Wits Health Consortium.
    Good Clinical Practice in Research, Clinical Research Coordinator
    2015 - 2015
  • Mentor Net
    SAQA 115759 Conduct moderation of outcome based assesments, Education
    2012 - 2012
  • Mentor Net
    SAQA 115755 Design and develop outcome-based assessments, Education
    2012 - 2012
  • Mentor net
    SAQA 115753 Conduct outcome-based assessment, Education
    2012 - 2012
  • OCSA
    Audiometric Techiques, Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing
    2012 - 2012
  • OCSA
    Vision screening, Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing
    2012 - 2012
  • OCSA
    Spirometry, Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing
    2012 - 2012
  • SMTS Ltd.
    : NEBOSH: General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
    2012 - 2012
  • University of Johannesburg
    Further National Diploma Trauma, Emergency Room/Trauma Nursing
    2003 - 2005
  • University of Johannesburg
    Higher Diploma in Education, Nusrsing Education and Teaching
    1990 - 2005
  • Dolphin Geophysical SA
    Basic load securing, equipment and techniques course
    2015 -
  • Dolphin Geophysical SA
    CMC Pulley System Rescue Kit & Rescue at Height
    2015 -
  • Dolphin Geophysical SA
    Fall Protection Equipment & Work at Heights
    2015 -
  • Dolphin Geophysical SA
    Hydraulic Crane G20 & Slinger and Banksman course
    2015 -
  • Dolphin Geophysical SA
    Servicing of Crewsaver lifejackets, Industrial Safety Technology/Technician
    2014 -

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