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Cynthia Osisiogu

Welling,London

Summary

As a newly qualified mental health nurse, bringing a strong foundation in patient care, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. My clinical experience includes managing diverse mental health conditions, conducting assessments, and developing individualized care plans. I excel at building trusting relationships with patients and their families, ensuring holistic and empathetic support. My commitment to community health aligns with the role's focus on accessible, person-centred care, making me a valuable addition to the community nursing team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Nurse

NHS Foundation Trust
09.2020 - 07.2024
  • Built positive rapport with patients from various backgrounds.
  • Monitored patient conditions, continuously assessing vitals to ensure ongoing quality care.
  • Performed a physical assessment by measuring blood pressure, pulse rate, and oxygen level.
  • Completed shifts alongside university-based learning.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care, increasing patient satisfaction.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results and registered data on computer system.
  • Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
  • Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
  • Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
  • Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
  • Worked with family and carers to understand and assess patients' health needs.
  • Reported accidents, risks, and incidents in line with set procedures.
  • Gained an understanding of health inequalities affecting disadvantaged and vulnerable people.
  • Built clinical knowledge and leadership skills to effectively diagnose patients.
  • Assisted the team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental, and social needs.
  • Proactively applied safeguarding principles to maximise patient safety.
  • Carried out patient assessments with minimal supervision.
  • Planned and delivered evidence-based care tailored to patients' needs.
  • Established immediate and long-term care goals, working with interdisciplinary teams to implement.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition, and illness prevention.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments, and treatment changes.
  • Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
  • Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs, and bandages.
  • Bathed, changed, and fed patients with ailments and disabilities.

Domiciliary Officer/Support Worker

Notting Hill Genesis
07.2014 - 02.2023

· To enable the patient/client to maintain their hygiene and appearance, including personal cleanliness, personal grooming, and dressing, and also to enable them to maintain their mobility in their immediate environment.

· To assist the patient/client with toileting and continence where necessary, with the preparation and serving of meals as required, and with feeding the patient as directed.

· To contribute to the provision of advocacy for clients as well as the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour from patients.

· To promote patient/client communication and assist qualified staff in devising strategies where there are identified problems and difficulties with communication, but also to support clients when distressed and at times of loss.

· To assist in routine documentation relating to the recording of client/patient property, personal clothing, and items of value and arranging safe storage of these items.

· To assist with any other administrative and clerical support for the unit, including dealing with telephone inquiries as authorised by a healthcare professional, filing case notes and reports, and assisting in maintaining bed status reports.

· To contribute to health and safety of individuals within unit and to

promotion of equality for all individuals.

· To contribute to the protection of individuals from abuse and ensure that policies and procedures are implemented and services are maintained.

· supporting the work of qualified nurses.

Education

Bachelor of Science ,Education. - Geography

Lagos state University, Ojo, Lagos State

Certificate of Higher Education - Geography/Social studies

Lagos State College of Education. Ijanikin

Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing

London South Bank University
London, ENG
09-2024

Skills

  • Medication Administration(Depot)
  • Clinical risk assessment
  • Individual treatment plans
  • Compassionate care
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Emotional support and companionship
  • Attentive listener
  • Risk Management
  • Clinical assessments
  • Multi-disciplinary team experience
  • Vital signs
  • Therapeutic relationship
  • Charting and reporting
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Student Nurse

NHS Foundation Trust
09.2020 - 07.2024

Domiciliary Officer/Support Worker

Notting Hill Genesis
07.2014 - 02.2023

Certificate of Higher Education - Geography/Social studies

Lagos State College of Education. Ijanikin

Bachelor of Science ,Education. - Geography

Lagos state University, Ojo, Lagos State

Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing

London South Bank University
Cynthia Osisiogu