Neilia Botes
About Neilia Botes
Neilia Botes is the Lead Nurse at Viking Cruises, with extensive international experience in various nursing roles including positions at International SOS and Carnival UK.
Title and Current Position
Neilia Botes holds the position of Lead Nurse at Viking Cruises, operating worldwide. In her role, she oversees the medical services provided on board, ensuring the health and safety of both passengers and crew.
Professional Experience
Neilia Botes has amassed extensive experience in various nursing roles across multiple international locations. She served as a Ship's Nurse at SAGA CRUISES LIMITED in the UK and Europe from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, she worked as an ER Nurse at Life Bayview Hospital in Mossel Bay from 2015 to 2016. Her experience also includes a two-year stint at International SOS as a Registered Nurse in Zambia and Malawi, and a brief position as Clinic Manager in Atyrau, Kazakhstan from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she worked as a Flight Nurse in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania from 2011 to 2012.
Educational Background
Neilia Botes has a robust educational background in nursing. She earned her Master of Nursing (MCur) degree from Stellenbosch University between 2000 and 2003. Earlier, she completed her Bachelor of Social Science in Nursing (BSocSc) at the University of the Free State from 1989 to 1992. In 1998, she also attained a qualification in Primary Health Care from Henrietta Stockdale College.
Diverse International Experience
Neilia Botes has worked in various international settings, bringing a wealth of experience to her current role. She has served in Zambia, Malawi, Kazakhstan, Tanzania, and the UK, managing clinics and providing critical care. Her roles at International SOS, as a Clinic Manager, Flight Nurse, and Registered Nurse, have equipped her with a diverse skill set adaptable to different healthcare environments.
Clinic Management Experience
Throughout her career, Neilia Botes has held several clinic management positions, notably within South Africa’s Overberg District Municipality and Carnarvon Municipality. From 1999 to 2002, she managed clinics in the Overberg District, and from 1995 to 1999, she served as Clinic Manager in Carnarvon. These roles involved overseeing clinic operations and ensuring the delivery of quality healthcare services to the community.