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Name: Dr. Nickcy Mbuthia Title/Qualification: BScN, PhD Department: Medical-Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences Designation/Position: Lecturer Email: Contact Address: Area of Specialization: - Critical Care Nursing - Medical-Surgical Nursing Research Interests: - Patient Safety and the role of the Nurse - Critical care nursing Google Scholar: ORCID ID: 0000-0002-8427-4791 |
Publications
Referred Journals
- Omwenga, S., Amimo, F., Mbuthia, N., & Ondieki, J. (2023). Personal and Societal Influence in Career Choices and Pathways among Graduate Nurses in Low and Medium-Income Countries: A Case Study of Pwani University, Kenya. International Journal of Psychology, 8(3), 39–42. https://doi.org/10.47604/ijp.2082
- Kiruja, JG., Mbuthia, N., Ndambuki, J. & Bett, S. (2023). Assessing The Relationship Between Individual Factors and Pediatric Nurses’ Competence on Supplemental Oxygen Therapy in Kajiado County, Kenya. IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science (IOSR-JNHS), 12 (3) PP 01-04. https://doi.org/10.9790/1959-1203020104
- Mbuthia, N., Kagwanja, N., Ngari, M., & Boga, M. (2023). General Ward Nurses Detection and Response to Clinical Deterioration in Three Hospitals at the Kenyan Coast: A Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study [Preprint]. In Review. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2633455/v
- Murigi, M., Mbuthia, N., & Meng’anyi, L. (2022). Nursing Handover: Experiences and Perspectives in the Critical Care Unit at Murang’a County Referral Hospital. Journal of Medicine, Nursing & Public Health,5(3), 35-58. https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t6043
- Mbuthia, N.N. & Moleki, M.M. (2020). Assessing Patient Safety Culture: Application of the Safety Attitudes Questionnaire in a Kenyan Setting. The Open Nursing Journal, 14, 203-210.
- Mbuthia, N.N. & Moleki, M.M. (2019). Preregistration nursing students’ perceived confidence in learning about patient safety in selected Kenyan universities, Curationis 42(1), a1974. https://doi.org/10.4102/curationis.v42i1.1974
- Mbuthia, N. & Moleki, M. (2018). Perspectives on Patient Safety Education in Kenyan Pre-Registration Nursing Curriculum, African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery 20(2):3866 https://doi.org/10.25159/2520-5293/3866
- Books and Books Chapters
- Mbuthia, N. (2012). Burnout in critical care nurses. Lambert Academic Publishing, Saarbrucken, Germany. ISBN: 978-3-659-25275-4
- Conference/Workshops/Seminar Papers
- Mbuthia, N (2020), Communication in One Health, International workshop on One Health workshop, Pwani University – Presenter: 17th– 19th December 2018
- Mbuthia, N., Mwaswere, J. & Odalo, J. (2018). Dietary and Lifestyle-Related Risk Factors for Non-Communicable Diseases in Kenyan University Students Presented during the KNDI conference, 23rd – 25th May 2018.
- Mbuthia, N. & Moleki, M. (2017). Assessment of Patient Safety Culture in Kenyan Public Hospitals. Presented during the Midwives Association of Kenya Annual Conference, Nairobi 6th - 8th December 2017
- Mbuthia, N. (2011). Severe Sepsis: What More Can We Do? Presented during the Mombasa Critical Care Symposium, Mombasa Hospital.
- Mbuthia, N. (2010). Infection Control in ICU emergencies Paper Presented during Kenya Intensive Care Nurses Chapter Conference, Mombasa.
- Mbuthia, N. Hattingh, S. & Roos, J. (2008). An investigation into the factors that nurses working in critical care units perceive as leading to burnout Paper presented during the International Scientific conference of Aga Khan University in East Africa, Daressalaam.
- Mbuthia, N. (2007). Unplanned Extubation Paper presented during the Critical Care Nurses’ Symposium, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi.
- Mbuthia, N. (2006). Renal dialysis in pediatrics Paper presented during the Kenya Intensive Care Nurses Chapter Conference, Nairobi.
Funded Projects
- 2019 Sigma/Alpha Eta Collaborative Research Grant – Project Title: Clinical Deterioration Recognition and Response by General Ward Nurses in Coastal Kenya. Amount
- Linnaeus-Palme Partnership for Faculty Exchange 2019/2020 with University of Orebro, Sweden – Co-applicant.
- University of South Africa Masters by Research & Doctoral Bursary award, 2017,
- Pwani University Annual Research Grant, 2015. Grant Award,
- NACOSTI Research Grant, 2015 – Co-Researcher
- CICOPs Research Fellowship – Pavia Italy, October 2015
- Competency-Based Learning – Ede, Netherlands, NUFFIC Scholarship, Nov 2014
Conferenced/Workshops/Seminars Attended
Certifications
- Supervisor Capacity Development Programme, University of South Africa, 21st April – 14th July 2022
- AWARD Leadership Skills for Emerging Leaders course Accra, Ghana, June 10th – 19th 2019
- KEMRI/Wellcome Trust Understanding Dynamic Health Systems - Short Course Pwani University, 9th -13th July 2018,
- R Workshop – KEMRI/Pwani University, July 2017
- Introduction to GIS for Health Researchers - University of Washington Global Health E-Learning Program, March 2017
- AuthorAID Research Writing course – INASP, Oct 2015
- Understanding and using Demographic and Health Surveys Training of Trainer Workshop, ICF International & DHS program, Whitesands, Mombasa - May 2014
- iHRIS user Training, Intrahealth International, Nakuru - November 2013
- USAID/FUNZOKenya/ UNC Training of Trainer in Clinical Instruction – September 2013
- ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems – Refresher Course, Bureau Veritas, April 2013
- DAAD/NCST/KDSA Research Proposal Writing Training Workshop, July 2012
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, Joint Commission International Accreditation Colloquium, Karachi – Pakistan. November 2011
- BLS and ACLS Provider and Instructor course, American Heart Association, August 2011
- Hospital-Based Management of Mass Casualty – Anti-terrorism Assistance Bureau of Diplomatic Security, U.S. Department of State, July 2011
- ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems – Integrated course, Bureau Veritas March 2010
- Perioperative Nursing and Patient Safety Observership, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida. October 2009
- Research Seminar, University of South Africa, Department of Health Studies. May 2008 and April 2007
- Proposal Writing and Writing Effective Reports: British Council Kenya, August 2007
- Teaching and Learning: Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. September 2006
Conferences and Workshops
- County Health Sector Public Private Partnerships Forum at North Coast Beach Hotel, Kikambala, Kilifi 9th – 10th June 2022
- 11th Research Opportunities Week, Technical University of Munich 20th -24th April 2020
- Third Deans and Principals Forum on Medical Training Institutions, Kenyatta University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 10th - 12 Sep 2019
- Linnaeus-Palme program bilateral teacher exchange between Örebro University and Pwani University, funded by The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) 17th - February 25th, 2019.
- International workshop on One Health workshop, Pwani University – Presenter: Communication in One Health 17th– 19th December 2018
- HRH Kenya Harmonization of Mentorship & Post Training Follow Up For HIV And RMNCAH/FP Training Programmes, Nakuru 10th – 13th April 2018
- Human Resource for Health Kenya Mechanism Framework development workshop 5th- 9th February 2018
- Deans Forum, USAID HRH Kenya – AMREF Health Africa August 2017
- USAID/FUNZOKenya Faculty Development Workshop – Facilitator, September 2014
- Reducing HIV Infection to ZERO, August 2013 - Facilitator
- HIV/AIDS Mainstreaming into University curriculum – Facilitator, March 2013
- BBRAUN Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Training, Strathmore Business School – Facilitator Data Management in Performance Measurement, April 2012
- Infection Control Nurses Chapter Scientific Conference, September 2011
- International Scientific conference of Aga Khan University in East Africa, Uganda. October 2007
Professional/ Consultancy (Editor/ Peer review in journals, Networks/ Collaborations, External Examiner, Patents)
- Reviewer for African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery
- Reviewer for Kenyan Journal of Nursing and Midwifery
Community Service and Other Engagements
- Rotary Club of Kilifi – Secretary (2016/17), President (2019/20)
- Served as member the Board of Management for Sahajanand Special Primary School, Kilifi
Affiliation of Professional Bodies
- Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International
- East, Central and Southern Arica College of Nursing (ECSACON) Kenya Chapter
- Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD)
Administrative Positions Held
- Postgraduate Coordinator, Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing and Preclinical Services, Kenyatta University July 2022
- Member, Interdepartmental Clinical Placements Committee, Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing and Preclinical Services, Kenyatta University, 2021
- Member, Research and Innovation Committee, Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing and Preclinical Services, Kenyatta University, 2021
- Chair of Department, Nursing Sciences, Pwani University, October 2018 – Feb 2021
- Chairperson, Pwani University Student Association Constitution Review Committee 2020
- Member, Pwani University ISO 9001-2008/9001:2015 Committee 2019
- Member, Pwani University Graduation Subcommittee: Program, Publicity and invitation of guests 2019
- Member, Pwani University ADHOC Committee on Research and Innovation, 2019
- Member, Board of examiners for oral examinations for various students 2018 to date
- Member, Pwani University Committee to consider students’ disciplinary appeals, 2019
- Member, Health and Human Sciences PHOTEC oversight committee 2019
- Technical Focal Person – Preservice Training, Pwani Univeristy HRH Kenya Mechanism Project 2017 – 2018
- Co - focal person for the USAID FUNZO Kenya Pwani University programs 2014
- Chair ISO Steering Committee and Assistant Quality Management Representative, Pwani University. March 2013 – March 2015,
- Auditor, Pwanu University ISO Quality Management Systems
- Programme Coordinator, Pwani University RN – BscN Upgrading Programme, 2012 - 2018
- Member, Pwani University National Cohesion and National Values Mainsteaming Committee
- Member, Pwani University Board of Quality Assurance Representative for the School of Pure and Applied Sciences 2014 – 2015
- Member, Staff End of Year Party Planning Committee 2013
