Nikki Guiamsay

Delivered professional care in acute adult nursing across multiple hospitals in London and countryside.
Supported low staffing levels by working in various wards as an agency nurse.
Administered medication and documented care for allocated patients accurately.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
Executed orders specified for each patient, adhering to nursing regulations and codes of practice.

• Managed minor surgical procedures providing expert assistance to physicians.
• Achieved increased patient satisfaction with effective communication and empathy.
• Monitored vital signs regularly to detect any significant health changes promptly.
• Demonstrated clinical skills during emergency situations ensuring prompt action and minimal distress for patients.
• Addressed family concerns, established trustful relationships.
• Conducted patient assessments, identified urgent needs.
• Ensured adherence to infection control protocols safeguarding against hospital-acquired infections.
• Provided wound care for faster healing times.
• Educated patients about their conditions promoting self-management.
• Improved patient comfort by delivering high-standard care and compassion.
• Streamlined workflow efficiency with proper handovers between shifts.
• Maintained a safe and clean working environment adhering to organisational policies, rules, and regulations.
• Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
• Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
• Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
• Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
• Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
• Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
• Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
• Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
• Handled administrative tasks such as updating patient records, scheduling appointments resulting in organised operations.
• Trained new staff members on standard operation procedures leading to enhanced team performance.

Contributed as general surgical nurse at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, providing dedicated support to patients undergoing diverse surgical interventions including bowel, breast, and urological surgeries, specifically gender reassignment surgery.

• Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
• Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
• Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
• Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
• Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
• Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
• Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
• Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
• Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
• Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
• Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
• Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
• Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
• Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
• Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
• Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
• Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
• Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
• Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
• Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
• Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
• Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
• Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
• Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
• Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
• Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
• Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
• Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
• Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
• Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
• Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
• Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
• Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
• Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
• Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
• Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
• Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
• Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
• Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
• Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
• Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
• Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
• Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
• Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
• Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
• Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
• Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
• Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
• Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
• Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
• Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
• Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
• Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
• Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
• Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
• Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
• Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
• Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
• Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
• Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
• Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
• Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
• Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
• Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
• Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
• Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
• Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
• Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
• Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
• Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
• Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
• Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.