Kazimah Binti Khuzaimi — Nursing Tutor

Career Overview

Registered Nurse with 12+ years in cardiac critical care and renal nursing, now serving as a Nursing Tutor teaching designated subjects and supervising OSCE assessments for Diploma, Bachelor, and Post Basic in Critical Care Nursing students. Bachelor's in Nursing (OUM); Master in Nursing in progress. Skilled in clinical teaching, clinical assessment, and MNB/MQA-aligned curriculum delivery.

Education

2025 - Present

Master in Nursing (In Progress)

Open University Malaysia (OUM)

2021 - 2025

Bachelor of Nursing Science

Open University Malaysia (OUM) View Certificate

2020

Post Basic in Nephrology Nursing

Ministry of Health Malaysia View Certificate

2017

In-House Cardiac Critical Care Nursing

IJN College View Certificate

2011 - 2013

Diploma in Nursing

Sime Darby Nursing and Health Science College View Certificate

Work Experience

Nursing Tutor | KPJ University, Nilai

2026 - Present

Teaching & Curriculum Delivery

Deliver and supervise assigned modules across cohorts, including lectures, tutorials, demonstrations, and return demonstrations.
Develop lesson plans, teaching materials, slides, and assessment rubrics aligned with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) principles and CLO/PLO mapping.
Conduct fair, transparent, and timely student assessment and grading, including participation in moderation processes.

Nursing Skill Lab Management

Supervise and monitor students during practical Skill Lab sessions to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Oversee proper use, handling, and return of equipment and manikins; report damage or loss to the Skill Lab Coordinator.
Ensure lab cleanliness and readiness before and after each practical session.

OSCE & Skills Assessment Coordination

Supervise OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) assessments in the skills lab across Diploma, Bachelor, and Post Basic programmes.
Serve as examiner, timekeeper, or station person-in-charge during OSCE sessions as assigned.
Adhere to scoring guides and standardised marking criteria to ensure objectivity and consistency in assessment.
Maintain confidentiality of OSCE questions, answer schemes, and assessment materials.

Student Management & Mentorship

Monitor student attendance and escalate recurring absences to the programme coordinator.
Handle and document student concerns/issues in accordance with established escalation procedures.
Provide constructive feedback to students to support safe and professional clinical skill development.

Documentation, Compliance & Safety

Develop assessment tools aligned with MQA and MNB standards; participate in moderation, exam boards and curriculum review.
Maintain accurate and complete records of attendance, lab usage, and OSCE evaluation forms.
Promptly report safety incidents, injuries, or near-misses in accordance with institutional procedures.
Practise infection control protocols (hand hygiene, PPE, sharps safety) and uphold professionalism and teamwork.

Renal Nurse | ParkCity Medical Centre

2021 - 2026

Clinical Care

Managed pre-, intra- and post-dialysis patient care, including vascular access assessment and hemodialysis machine preparation.
Operated and maintained advanced hemodialysis machines, ensuring accurate prescription delivery, precise fluid removal tracking, and optimal clearance for acute and chronic renal failure patients.
Demonstrated high proficiency in vascular access management, including precise cannulation of Arterio-Venous Fistulas (AVF/AVG) and sterile handling of Central Venous Catheters (CVC) to minimize infection risks.
Monitored patient hemodynamics during treatments, proactively managing and treating complications such as intradialytic hypotension, muscle cramps, and disequilibrium syndrome including mentoring junior staff and independently handling emergency situations; administered prescribed medications.
Administered specialized renal medications, including erythropoietin (EPO), intravenous iron therapies, and precise heparin dosing according to nephrologist protocols.
Responded effectively to clinical emergencies, executing rapid intervention protocols for cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, or machine failures during dialysis shifts.

Teaching & Education

Conducted comprehensive patient and family education programs, focusing on strict fluid restrictions, renal diets (low potassium/phosphate), and vascular access self-care at home.
Precepted and mentored newly joined staff and nursing students, accelerating their onboarding process through practical training on hemodialysis SOPs and machine troubleshooting.
Delivered Continuous Nursing Education (CNE) sessions on modern nephrology nursing trends, cross-contamination prevention, and safety guidelines to uplift team competency.
Empowered chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients to actively participate in their treatment plans, resulting in improved compliance and lower readmission rates.

Management & Operations

Managed daily treatment schedules and patient slot allocations, maximizing unit efficiency and reducing patient waiting times.
Oversaw stringent infection control protocols, verifying routine reverse osmosis (RO) water quality testing and chemical disinfection of dialysis machines between shifts.
Maintained meticulous clinical documentation, precisely logging pre- and post-dialysis weight, vital signs, fluid charts, and lab results into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Controlled unit inventory and stock levels, monitoring usage of dialyzers, bloodlines, and concentrates to prevent supply shortages and ensure uninterrupted care.

Clinical Governance & Supervision

Served as Shift Team Leader, delegating assignments to junior staff and healthcare assistants to ensure smooth, safe, and organized daily operations.
Acted as a vital liaison between nephrologists, patients, and multidisciplinary teams, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plan adjustments.
Participated actively in hospital quality assurance and clinical audits, contributing to the maintenance of high healthcare standards and accreditation guidelines (such as MSQH or JCI).
Resolved patient grievances and internal team conflicts professionally, maintaining a high standard of customer service and a harmonious working environment.

Cardiac Care Nurse | Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)

2014 - 2021

Clinical Care

Provided continuous ECG monitoring and administered high-risk IV cardiac medications.
Manage the care of critically ill cardiac patients diagnosed with acute coronary syndrome (ACS), heart failure, and cardiogenic shock.
Monitor and interpret multi-lead ECGs, arterial lines, and central venous pressure (CVP) to detect early signs of patient deterioration.
Titrate high-alert intravenous (IV) medications such as inotropes, vasopressors, and antiarrhythmics according to strict hospital protocols.
Operate and troubleshoot advanced life-support equipment, including Mechanical Ventilators, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP), and CRRT machines.
Lead emergency resuscitation efforts (Code Blue) as a certified Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) provider.
Delivered advanced life support and managed post-procedure care following angioplasty/pacemaker insertion.

Teaching & Education

Serve as a Clinical Preceptor to guide and train newly joined staff nurses and post-basic cardiac nursing students.
Conduct Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions for ward staff on the latest updates in cardiac critical care nursing.
Provide health education to patients and families regarding post-heart attack care, medication compliance, and lifestyle modifications.

Management & Operations

Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges smoothly by collaborating with cardiologists, surgeons, and allied health teams.
Maintain accurate and complete clinical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system according to Malaysian nursing standards.
Conduct regular audits on Dangerous Drugs (DD) inventories and emergency crash carts to ensure 100% compliance and safety.
Plan and assign daily nursing duties and manage bed utilization based on patient acuity levels.

Clinical Governance & Supervision

Act as the Shift Charge Nurse to oversee daily ward operations and serve as the main clinical resource person for the team.
Enforce standardized SBAR communication during shift handovers to ensure critical patient information is passed on safely without errors.
Participate actively in Quality Improvement (QI) projects to maintain hospital accreditation standards such as JCI and MSQH.
Handle family complaints and difficult situations professionally, ensuring good public relations for the institution.

Professional Credentials

● Annual Practicing Certificate (Current and Valid)

● Registered Nurse (Malaysian Nursing Board)

● Teaching Permit (Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE))

Certifications

🎓 In-House Cardiac Critical Care Nursing Programme IJN College (2017) View Certificate

🎓 Post Basic in Nephrology Nursing Ministry of Health Malaysia (2020) View Certificate

🎓 Registered Nurse Malaysian Nursing Board View Certificate

Skills

Clinical Teaching & Mentoring
Curriculum & Assessment Design
Critical Thinking & Emergency Response
Patient-Centred Care
Effective Communication
Team Collaboration
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