Beverley Nyamhunga

Work History

Healthcare Support Worker

Eastdale Health Care

Kettering, Northamptonshire

06.2023 - Current

Provided high-quality person-centred support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
Recorded clinical observations in electronic health record and reported observed changes to senior clinical staff.
Performed set tasks according to individual patient care plans as assessed and delegated by Line manager to ensure provision of cohesive, tailored care.
Supported patients through personal care tasks such as toileting, showering and feeding, maintaining sensitivity to needs and ensuring comfort, dignity and safety throughout.
Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to ward protocol.
Assisted with medicine and stock counting, ordering and replenishing.
Prepared nutritionally-balanced meals and assisted with feeding to guarantee wellbeing of individuals under care.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
Maximised patient comfort by accurately assessing pain levels and administering pain-relieving medication.
Updated families regularly on patient progress and treatment plan changes.
Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Leading and supervising 5-member team. Developed strong bonds with clients resulting in long contracts.

Primary care nurse

Ministry of Health and Child Care Zimbabwe

St Pauls Musami Hospital Zimbabwe, Mashonaland East Zimbabwe

01.2007 - 06.2022

Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
Stayed up-to-date on latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Healthcare Support Worker

Primary care nurse

Education

Ordinary Level - Science and Arts

Primary Care Nurse Cirtificate - Primary care nursing

Obstetric and Maternity Care Certificate - Obstetrics

Advanced HIV Care and Treatment Course Cirtificate - HIV and Aids Care

Executive Cirtificate in HIV and Aids Management - HIV and Aids Care

Skills

Timeline

Affiliations

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