Hi, I’m
Gagandeep kaur
Newcastle upon Tyne,Tyne and Wear
Summary
Driven nursing professional with 16+ year of experience in Health care environments. 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. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Freeman Hospital Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Registered Nurse(RN)
06.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored patient wellbeing, accurately recognising deterioration and initiating immediate emergency care.
- Implemented and evaluated care plan efficiencies, identifying and addressing concerns to improve treatment outcomes.
- Identified patient deterioration through diligent observations.
- Performed high-quality patient care for a 23-beded critical care unit covering 1-2 patients per shift.
- Administered, stored and handled medication within outlined regulations.
- Led treatment updates with patients and families using patient-friendly terminology.
- Liaised with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to communicate patient needs.
- Recorded incidents promptly, escalating to senior nursing staff for assistance.
- Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and patient care options.
- Kept accurate, complete records of care for thorough reference.
- Documented incidents on patient management systems in real time to maximise efficiencies.
- Met frequent patient monitoring requirements through strategic workload planning.
- Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary nursing teams for excellent care continuity.
- Achieved and maintained positive staff morale, fostering good relationships with patients, visitors and other departments.
- Assessed patient health needs quickly to deliver rapid emergency support.
- Informed patients and relatives of treatment plans and expected outcomes.
- Assessed patients' physical, psychological and social issues to identify appropriate nursing interventions.
- Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
- Maintained accurate records of care to facilitate smooth and effective ward operations.
- Maintained patient privacy and dignity throughout treatment and care.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, family and colleagues to support continuum of care..
Freeman Hospital Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Registered Nurse
08.2015 - 06.2019
Job overview
- worked on Urology Surgical Ward with 30 beds where I delivered Pre and Post surgical care all Patients with Urological Diagnosis and Procedures Such as Cystectomy,Prostectomy,TURP,Nephrectomy,Lithotripsy For Kidney stones extraction etc.
- Collected daily blood samples and prepared them for lab analysis.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Used outstanding planning and prioritisation abilities to safely care for 30 patients.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
- Followed NHS procedures and protocols to safely prepare drips and transfusions.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
Lansbury Court Care HomeSunderland, Tyne and Wear
Registered Nurse
02.2011 - 07.2015
Job overview
- worked in 56 Beded Nursing and Residential Care Home and delivered Holistic care to all Residential and Nursing care Clients on daily basis to promote their Health and well-being.
- Helped individuals manage daily activities of living due to age, illness or injury, or chronic condition.
- Involved clients in decision-making to promote independence.
- Adapted care activities in response to clients' mood, energy levels, and preferences.
- Supported clients and families through difficult emotional times with sound medical advice and caring personal assistance.
- Kept detailed records of care activities, condition changes and treatment responses.
- Coordinated clients appointments with healthcare professionals in support of ongoing treatment objectives.
- Assisted clients with adapting to life changes due to bodily or brain injuries.
- Prevented accidents and falls by ensuring cleanliness and tidiness of service user homes.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding client condition updates.
- Guaranteed user safety by monitoring wellbeing and promptly reporting concerns.
- Minimised health risks by performing routine medical tests, including blood pressure and pulse.
- Avoided negative drug interactions through timely, accurate medication reminders.
- Practised speech therapy exercises, helping stroke survivors to successfully regain language skills.
- Optimised user outcomes by ensuring care delivery was in line with care plans and individual wishes.
- Performed daily care duties that enables all service users to achieve maximum independence.
- Cared for wounds and pressure sores to prevent infection.
- Improved social health by promoting participation in hobbies and social interests.
- Implemented rehabilitation programmes and Aids to Daily Living.
- Answered questions from clients, family members, and other carers.
- Partnered with supervisors and social services team to help coordinate quality care.
- Provided tailored support to family members through particularly difficult periods.
Kensington Nursing and Residential care HomeNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Registered Nurse
07.2007 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Worked in 48 beded Nursing and Residential care home and was taking care of all elderly clients with several Comorbidities and Chronic Diseases who required 24/7 Personal centred Care in care Setting.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal hygiene, prioritising patient dignity, privacy and independence.
- Actively contributed to personalised support planning, presenting new opportunities to achieve maximum choice and control in service users' lives.
- Met needs of clients with learning difficulties and handled challenging behaviours.
- Successfully empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities, such as shopping and creative activities.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care while encouraging independence and activity appropriate to individual ability.
- Delivered clinical support from wound care to medication administration.
- Determined ongoing patient safety, promptly reporting concerns about abuse or safeguarding issues to care managers.
- Monitored physical and emotional wellbeing of individuals, reporting changes to care managers.
- Guided and advised families to deal with challenging situations.
- Engaged in outreach visits to interact with vulnerable families and provide compassion and respect.
- Maintained high levels of patient morale, providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
- Documented accurate and updated caseload records and reports to streamline process.
- Tailored bespoke patient treatment plans to varying age and care requirements for optimum person-centred service.
- Administered patient medication accurately and efficiently according to treatment plans and in line with all policies.
- Offered compassionate mentoring to junior staff, ensuring best practice adherence and compliance with all policies.
Allied health care Agency Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and wear
Health Care Assistant
02.2006 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Worked as a Traveler Agency health care worker in various Nursing and Residential care homes.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and care departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Completed documentation of care and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Organised activities and exercises to promote physical and mental well-being.
- Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Provided high-quality person-centred support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
- Assisted with rehabilitative care following treatment plans established by health professionals.
- Positioned, lifted and transported patients with limited mobility.
- Recorded clinical observations in electronic health record and reported observed changes to senior clinical staff.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to care home protocol.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
- Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
- Successfully positioned and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
Education
Lala Lajpat Rai Institute of Nursing Education Jalandhar,Punjab
Registered Nurse from Nursing
10/2001 - 09/2004
Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC)United Kingdom
Registered nurse from Nursing
02/2007 - 06/2007
Northumbria UniversityNewcastle upon Tyne
Diploma in Critical care Nursing from Critical care Nursing
03/2022 - 08/2022
New York Board 0f Nursing New York
Registered Nurse from NCLEX Exam.
03/2023 - 03/2023
Skills
- Adult acute and critical care
- Pre- and post-operation care
- Band 5 registered
- Emergency care
- Rehabilitation care
- Ethical decision making
- Health education
- Data confidentiality
- Caseload management
- Routine investigations
- Rehabilitation assessments
- Medication storage and disposal
- Outstanding communication
- Patient-centred care
- Complex medical care
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Patient record management
- Public Health education
- Accident prevention strategies
- Person-centred planning
- Quality programme protocols
- Compassionate client care
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Registered Nurse(RN)
Freeman Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Freeman Hospital
08.2015 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
Lansbury Court Care Home
02.2011 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse
Kensington Nursing and Residential care Home
07.2007 - 01.2011
Health Care Assistant
Allied health care Agency
02.2006 - 06.2007
Lala Lajpat Rai Institute of Nursing Education
Registered Nurse from Nursing
10/2001 - 09/2004
Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC)
Registered nurse from Nursing
02/2007 - 06/2007
Northumbria University
Diploma in Critical care Nursing from Critical care Nursing
03/2022 - 08/2022
New York Board 0f Nursing
Registered Nurse from NCLEX Exam.
03/2023 - 03/2023
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