
UNMU
Healthcare workforce management system for Uganda's nurses and midwives, featuring professional tracking and data insights.
Timeline
4 Months
Role
Full Stack Developer
Team
2 Members
Status
CompletedTechnology Stack
Key Challenges
- Secure Professional Credential Verification
- Massive Data Migration
- High Availability for Essential Services
Key Learnings
- Healthcare Data Security
- Serverless Optimization
- Complex SQL Queries
Overview
The UNMU Platform is a dedicated workforce management system developed for the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Union. It serves as a digital infrastructure to track, manage, and empower the healthcare professional community in Uganda through secure data handling and insightful analytics.
Key Features
Professional Ecosystem
- Member Registration & Verification: Secure onboarding process with integrated credential verification for nurses and midwives.
- Professional Tracking: Comprehensive history of professional practice, certifications, and union status.
- Data Insights: Advanced reporting tools that give the union visibility into the distribution and status of the healthcare workforce.
- Support & Communication: Integrated tools for member engagement and union support services.
Technical Implementation
Performance & Reliability
Leveraging Next.js for its robust rendering capabilities and Vercel for high-availability hosting, the system is designed to be resilient and fast.
Data Integrity
- Prisma & PostgreSQL: Ensures a strictly typed and reliable data layer, critical for maintaining sensitive professional records.
- Security First: Implemented industry-standard security protocols to protect member data and ensure compliance with regional health data regulations.
Conclusion
The UNMU platform has successfully digitized the union's operations, providing a single source of truth for nursing professional data in Uganda and facilitating better support for healthcare workers nationwide.