Derick Dickson
New Malden ,Surrey
Summary
Decisive Mental Health Nurse experienced in delivering first-class mental health assessments, monitoring and care. Remains calm and productive under pressure to meet changing patient needs. Builds relationships with and signposts external support providers for excellent care continuity. Aspiring Registered Mental Health Nurse with strong initiative and work ethic skills seeks role in emergency and ongoing medical care capacity. Confident communicator with solid interpersonal abilities, skilled in building rapport quickly for trusted, confidential support. Focused and adaptive for reliable monitoring and response to changing patient needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Mental Health Nurse
Day Webster Nursing AGENCY
, London Uk
04.2013 - 01.2024
- Provided cognitive behaviour therapy for depression and anxiety patients to manage healing.
- Briefed patients regarding de-escalation methods to help manage emotions.
- Considered differential diagnoses and provided clinical recommendations.
- Consulted with healthcare team to assess and execute proper patient care plans.
- Communicated and collaborated with patients to plan, assess and evaluate effective care programmes.
Mental health nurse
Florence Nightingale Hospital
London , London
03.2008 - 03.2013
Mental health nurse
Home Office
London , London
04.1998 - 02.2001
- Guaranteed patient safety by evaluating clients, assessing physical and mental symptoms for drug interactions and side effects.
- Prevented violent situations, using de-escalation skills to manage aggressive patients.
- Trained and mentored [Number] Junior Nurses in nursing best practices, helping them to consistently meet care plan objectives.
- Optimised patient outcomes by acting as a liaison in interactions with psychiatrists and physicians.
Education
Diploma in Mental Health Nursing - Mental Health Nursing
Thames Valley University
London 09/1992 - 03/1995
Skills
- Attentive listener
- Multi-disciplinary team experience
- Clinical assessments
- Dementia care
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Registered Mental Health Nurse
Day Webster Nursing AGENCY
04.2013 - 01.2024
Mental health nurse
Florence Nightingale Hospital
03.2008 - 03.2013
Mental health nurse
Home Office
04.1998 - 02.2001
Diploma in Mental Health Nursing - Mental Health Nursing
Thames Valley University
09/1992 - 03/1995
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