Band 6 registered Nurse with extensive expertise providing first-class care in both ward and community. Meticulous attention to detail in the monitoring and treatment of patients for continued positive progress and results. Assessing patients with functional mental illness and those with a dementia. Driven nursing professional with 33 years of experience in community care environments and on various wards. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Bank Nurse RMN
Aneurin Bevan Health Board
Torfaen, Torfaen
02.2022 - Current
Guaranteed safe and secure handling of medicines by administering drugs in accordance with clinical guidelines.
Provided high-quality care to a caseload of approximately 30 patients with functional mental health illness and various types of dementia and neurological conditions.
Developed and reviewed care plans to meet patient's physical, social and psychological needs.
Maximised Head Nurse's productivity by preparing areas for clinical activities and verifying equipment readiness.
Facilitated continuity of care, producing outstanding reports based on nursing assessments and observations in WICCIS.
Enabled smooth delivery of care, assisting with stock control to guarantee realistic par levels were maintained.
Maintained quality of service by guiding, training and mentoring other nursing staff in line with NMC code.
Prevented resource gaps by participating in hospital on-call rota and deputising for Senior Staff Nurse in case of absence.
Ensured patient confidentiality by prioritising compliance with Data Protection Act across all tasks.
Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after ECT .
Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
Collected urine/blood samples and prepared them for lab analysis.
Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Vaccinator
Aneurin Bevan Health Board
Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough
03.2021 - 06.2022
Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
Wore face mask, eye protection, medical gloves and PAPR.
Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
Managed situations in compliance with legal requirements and with minimal risk to patient and institution.
Educated patients on preventive healthcare strategies and at-home care.
Assisted with patient with limited mobility by offering exercises, advice and assistive devices.
Monitored vital signs and documented details for informational and treatment purposes.
Maintained safe and sterile environment for optimum patient treatment.
Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control
Administered pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments to address patient concerns.
Assessed patient history to identify concerning symptoms, diagnose concerns and develop tailored treatment plans.
Administered medications and assessed patient responses, adjusting strategies to meet objectives.
Maintained detailed records of patient health information in designated IT format.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Registered Mental Health Nurse
Gwent Health Authority
Newport, Gwent, Gwent
06.1993 - 11.2019
Considered differential diagnoses and provided clinical recommendations.
Mentored and supervised mental health support workers to uphold best practices in dealing with patients.
Consulted with psychiatrists and other behavioural health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients.
Directed psychoeducation to enable families and patients to cope with diseases.
Recognised and resolved potential areas of conflict for continued best practices in patient care.
Evaluated test and laboratory results to determine next course of action.
Strictly followed medicines management requirements to consistently meet professional standards.
Recorded reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
Communicated and collaborated with patients to plan, assess and evaluate effective care programmes.
Briefed patients regarding de-escalation methods to help manage emotions.
Explained nature of emotional disturbances and emphasised need for treatment.
Consulted with healthcare team to assess and execute proper patient care plans.
Encouraged patients to engage in therapeutic and creative activities to assist healing process.
Informed patients of rights to provide protective measures.
Stayed up-to-date with latest developments in nursing practice to contribute to medical research.
Provided cognitive behaviour therapy for depression and anxiety patients to manage healing.
Attended case conferences and meetings to assess treatment success rates.
Administered medications and conducted diagnostic tests to determine diagnosis of patient.
Implemented essential legislation requirements to fellow team members for continued compliance.
Completed accurate, detailed patient records to carefully monitor progress and improvements.
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