Chinasa Testimony Akujobi
London,Greater London
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated, bringing exceptional communication skills and emotional resilience to support individuals in mental health settings. Proven ability in crisis intervention and patient advocacy, along with strong foundation in therapeutic techniques. Committed to making meaningful difference in my role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Mental health nurse
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
London
2023.11 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for enhanced patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Advocated for patients' rights; fostered an environment of respect and dignity.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to identify specific patient needs.
- Administered emergency first aid when required, ensured physical wellbeing of patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, ensured comprehensive patient care.
- Prevented violent situations, using de-escalation skills to manage aggressive patients.
- Optimised patient outcomes by acting as a liaison in interactions with psychiatrists and physicians.
- Implemented essential legislation requirements to fellow team members for continued compliance.
Mental health support worker
Certitude
London
2015.08 - 2025.11
- Encouraged positive lifestyle changes for sustainable mental health improvements.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Provided daily living assistance, promoting independent behaviour.
- Conducted regular welfare checks on patients to ensure safety.
- Ensured medication was correctly administered, improving overall health outcomes.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure, maintaining a therapeutic atmosphere.
- Participated in ongoing training courses, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of mental health practices.
- Developed personalised care plans, resulting in unique patient support.
- Worked in close partnership with families, friends and carers to improve care plan effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
London South Bank University
London 2020.09 - 2023.07
NVQ Level 3 - Care
City & Guilds of London Institute
London 2019.09 -
NVQ Level 2 - Care
City & Guilds of London Institute
London 2018.03 - 2018.04
Skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Knowledge of mental disorders
- Mental health evaluation
- Cognitive behavioural therapy proficiency
- Mental status examination conducting
- Clinical risk assessment
- Behaviour therapy techniques
- Mental health first aid
- Strategic planning
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Communication with multidisciplinary team
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mental health nurse
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2023.11 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
London South Bank University
2020.09 - 2023.07
NVQ Level 3 - Care
City & Guilds of London Institute
2019.09 -
NVQ Level 2 - Care
City & Guilds of London Institute
2018.03 - 2018.04
Mental health support worker
Certitude
2015.08 - 2025.11