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Charity Chishimba

Solihull,West Midlands

Summary

I qualified as a registered general nurse in December 1988, in Zambia.

Since qualifying I have held various roles and worked in a a vast number of areas. During this time I have had a lot of experience which has armed me with a wealth of knowledge and skills making me a very competent nurse. I have worked and performed very well in every area that I have worked. I have been fortunate to experience patient care in the UK and abroad. As I have worked with different levels and types of peoples I am seasoned and able to engage with different people at their level. I am always ready to listen and learn from all my colleagues adding more value to my knowledge. I am competent in many procedures, I am able to work in many and various positions and disciplines

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior staff nurse

NHS
Birmingham
11.1995 - Current
  • Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
  • Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
  • Facilitated research into [Area of study] and compiled information for technical papers.

Disabilities Advocate

SCOPE
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
04.2004 - 05.2005

Did advocacy for disabled people with cerebral Palsy, took part in campaigns, helped improve lives by helping source aids to better their lives

  • Developed plans and strategies to promote continuous improvement.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Stayed current on processes and procedures to offer relevant assistance.
  • Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.

Marketing and Sales manager manager

Eli Lilly Lusaka
Lusaka, Zambia
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Managed teams by overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Conducted research and gathered information from multiple sources to present clear results.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Conducted testing to diagnose system faults.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Monitored and updated stock levels and inventory databases.

Education

Mentor Assessor - Staff Nurse

University of Central England
Birmingham
03.2021 - 08.2021

Renal Nurse - Renal Nursing

University Hospital Birmingham
Birmingham
03.2009 - 04.2010

Law

Birmingham City University
09.2008 - 07.2009

Skills

  • Vital signs
  • Medication administration
  • Discharge planning
  • Patient care
  • Clinical practice
  • Blood pressure assessment
  • Catheter and wound care
  • Acute care
  • Blood transfusion nursing
  • Risk assessment
  • Staff supervision
  • Healthcare management
  • OR and A&E experience
  • Staffing schedules
  • Health assessments
  • Room preparation
  • Computerised charting specialist
  • Staff performance evaluations
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Intravenous infusions
  • Charting and reporting
  • Equipment sterilisation
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Emergency room care
  • Neonatal and maternity
  • Patient education
  • Team building
  • Time management
  • Multilingual
  • Social media marketing
  • Customer-focused
  • Communication skills
  • [Type] troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of [Software]
  • Marketing
  • Public relations
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership

Affiliations

  • Gardening, Art, DIY

Work availability

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Quote

I will achieve it, become it, do it, as long as I want it

Timeline

Mentor Assessor - Staff Nurse

University of Central England
03.2021 - 08.2021

Renal Nurse - Renal Nursing

University Hospital Birmingham
03.2009 - 04.2010

Law

Birmingham City University
09.2008 - 07.2009

Disabilities Advocate

SCOPE
04.2004 - 05.2005

Senior staff nurse

NHS
11.1995 - Current

Marketing and Sales manager manager

Eli Lilly Lusaka
01.1994 - 01.1995
Charity Chishimba