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FIONA CHIKARA

Birmingham,WEST MIDLANDS

Summary

Dedicated Nurse with 21years of experience in the effective and efficient management of care home services. Providing outstanding levels of care through [Type] expertise, methodical patient assessment and evaluation and continued compassionate support. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 28+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to patients. Knowledgeable about nursing and care delivery requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Caring nursing team member with record of success in delivering treatments to diverse patient groups and patients. Brings expert clinical knowledge and judgment to meet strict care standards. Partners with fellow nurses and across care teams to deliver positive patient outcomes. Compassionate healthcare professional committed to providing high quality patient care. Collaborates successfully with team to meet needs of busy units. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Registered Nurse

Nursing Agency
Birmingham
05.2018 - Current
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
  • Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
  • Informed patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans and options, chronic disease management and wound management.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
  • Provided in-depth education on disease prevention and intervention.
  • Provided patients with information about need for equipment like blood pressure monitors and proper use of each.
  • Fostered relationships between nursing teams and patients.
  • Assessed patients' condition and reported changes to charge matron, family and physician as appropriate.
  • Conducted invasive and non-invasive procedures, managing central lines and catheters.
  • Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
  • Liaised with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to communicate patient needs.
  • Prevented disciplinary issues by creating and clearly communicating policy and protocol changes across team.
  • Drove continuous improvement, employing [Skill] and [Skill] to anticipate and address actual and potential clinical errors.
  • Liaised with healthcare professionals and patients to discuss treatment plans.
  • Organised electronic clinical and patient health records to maintain accurate information.
  • Implemented infection control measures for improved hygiene and reduced risk.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to deliver consistent needs-based care.
  • Stored, handled, and administered drugs to exact guidelines.
  • Maintained open staff communication channels for enhanced care continuity.
  • Hired and laid off staff members to promote alignment with company values.
  • Adhered to clinical codes and statutory guidelines for care compliance.
  • Inducted, trained and mentored new care staff to provide first-class patient support.
  • Promoted patient privacy and dignity for professional, compassionate clinical support.
  • Supported patients with social inclusion, community integration and meaningful activity participation.

Community Health Nurse-district nurse

LEEDS COMMUNITY NHS TRUST
Leeds, West Yorkshire
09.2018 - 04.2020
  • Assisted [Specialisation] groups in finding resources.
  • Worked with members of community to determine needs.
  • Performed home visits for clients and patients.
  • Prioritised dignity and compassion to provide highly regarded end-of-life care.
  • Assisted patients with ongoing care needs to promote speedy recovery.
  • Conducted holistic assessments and patient-centred care planning to optimise support.
  • Completed patient visits daily to offer trusted care in home setting.
  • Assessed patients upon arrival to determine acute care needs and develop ongoing [Type] plans.
  • Provided wound care, medication management and health promotion to patients receiving at-home care.
  • Trained [Number] new and junior nursing staff during onboarding phase.
  • Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
  • Visited patients for in-home visits to provide routine personal and medical care.
  • Managed personal caseload of [Number]+ patients.
  • Evaluated ability of existing care plans to cater to complex patient needs, implementing changes as necessary.
  • Delegated responsibilities to facilitate efficiency and maintain first-class patient care.
  • Implemented, monitored and maintained high standards of care in daily activities.
  • Assessed patients' ongoing wellbeing, recording details using [System].

Nurse Manager

Barchester Healthcare
Leeds, West Yorkshire
02.2012 - 08.2014
  • Optimised staffing levels through [Action], reducing overtime by [Number]%.
  • Guaranteed departmental efficiencies by monitoring medical supply needs.
  • Maintained quality standards by monitoring service delivery, ensuring consistent compliance with clinical policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Offered professional guidance and leadership, helping [Number] nurses to obtain [Type] certification in [Number] months.
  • Facilitated strategic decision-making by producing [Frequency] clinical reports in [Software].
  • Optimised outcome of complex patient cases, liaising effectively with doctors and [Type] health care providers.
  • Prevented disciplinary issues by creating and clearly communicating policy and protocol changes across team.
  • Oversaw [Number] clinical staff in developing and implementing individualised care plans for [Number] patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes, prioritising care according to urgency of patient needs and available resources.
  • Liaised with healthcare professionals and patients to discuss treatment plans.
  • Implemented infection control measures for improved hygiene and reduced risk.
  • Organised electronic clinical and patient health records to maintain accurate information.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to deliver consistent needs-based care.
  • Responded to evolving patient needs for individualised care.
  • Managed budget of clinic to monitor expenditures.
  • Oversaw facility operations to achieve short-term and long-term success.
  • Approved maintenance and repair of clinic equipment to manage wear and tear.
  • Adhered to clinical codes and statutory guidelines for care compliance.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Nursing Studies

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford
10.1991 - 10.1995

Skills

  • Online tutoring
  • Group instruction
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Performance assessments
  • Community visits
  • COVID-19 safety
  • Care planning
  • Allied health liaison
  • Wound irrigation
  • Infection control protocol
  • Dressing changes
  • Patient health assessments
  • Nursing staff supervision
  • Catheter and wound care
  • Health assessments
  • Equipment sterilisation
  • Staff performance evaluations
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs
  • Staff supervision
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Charting and reporting
  • Marketing
  • Payroll administration
  • Time management
  • Knowledge of [ NHS Software]

Languages

English
Fluent
Shona
Fluent

Work availability

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Community Health Nurse-district nurse

LEEDS COMMUNITY NHS TRUST
09.2018 - 04.2020

Registered Nurse

Nursing Agency
05.2018 - Current

Nurse Manager

Barchester Healthcare
02.2012 - 08.2014

Higher National Diploma - Nursing Studies

Oxford Brookes University
10.1991 - 10.1995

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