Abbey Beech
Summary
I am a compassionate and motivated Newly Qualified Nurse currently working on an orthopedic ward, with a First-Class BSc (Hons) in Adult Nursing. I bring a broad foundation of clinical experience gained across medicine, surgery, community district nursing, acute coronary care, cardiology, and a management placement within Newcastle GP Services (NGPS). My background also includes extensive hands-on experience as a Band 2 bank healthcare assistant with NHS Professionals and as a support worker in a residential care setting. I am dedicated to delivering safe, evidence-based, and person-centred care, with strong assessment skills, adaptability, and a holistic approach to supporting patients across diverse clinical environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Registered staff nurse
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Durham, Durham
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Coordinated patient care activities, enhancing service delivery efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and rehabilitation practices.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with healthcare standards.
- Ensured high cleanliness and hygiene standards within the ward environment.
- Liaised with relatives to update them on patient progress regularly.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to alleviate patient anxiety levels.
Band 2 Healthcare Assistant
NHS Professionals
Sunderland
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Monitored patients' vital signs and documented health changes for effective communication.
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering compassionate care across diverse environments.
- Supported daily living activities, fostering patient comfort and independence.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of care areas to ensure safety.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols for safe environments.
- Upholding patient confidentiality and compliance with NHS data protection norms.
- Aided service users in personal care activities, preserving dignity and comfort.
Bank support worker
Acorn Grange Care Home
West Cornforth, Durham
09.2021 - 02.2025
- Assisted older adults with daily living activities, enhancing independence and wellbeing.
- Monitored residents' health and behaviour, ensuring timely interventions.
- Facilitated social activities to promote engagement and mental stimulation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, participating in service quality reviews.
- Upheld dignity and respect while assisting with personal tasks such as bathing.
- De-escalated potentially harmful situations calmly, prioritising resident safety.
- Fostered positive relationships with families, enhancing community ties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2021 - 09.2025
CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma - Health and Social Care
New College Durham
Durham, England 09.2019 - 07.2021
GCSEs - Obtained 5 GCSE'S including Maths, English and Science
Whitworth Park Academy
Spennymoor, Durham 09.2014 - 07.2019
Skills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Post-operative care
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Ongoing training
- Wound care
- IV and injection administration
- Blood transfusion protocols
- Vital signs assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Confidentiality practices
- Patient-centered care
- Compassionate support
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Adult patient care
- Patient comfort strategies
- Evidence-based practice
Certification
Full UK driving licence and own car, enabling punctual and flexible travel for shifts, training, and multi-site work; also experienced using public transport.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered staff nurse
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
09.2025 - Current
Band 2 Healthcare Assistant
NHS Professionals
01.2023 - 03.2025
Bank support worker
Acorn Grange Care Home
09.2021 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Northumbria University
09.2021 - 09.2025
CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma - Health and Social Care
New College Durham
09.2019 - 07.2021
GCSEs - Obtained 5 GCSE'S including Maths, English and Science
Whitworth Park Academy
09.2014 - 07.2019