Guinodi Mokekola Boweya

Responsibilities:

• Supported patient consultations under supervision, assisting with observations, blood pressure checks, ECGs, and routine clinical assessments.
• Assisted with chronic disease management including COPD, diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
• Supported vaccination clinics, health checks, and patient education on lifestyle, medications, and self-management.

Achievements:

• Received positive feedback from patients and staff for professionalism, empathy, and communication skills.
• Gained confidence in patient-centred care, chronic disease management, and preventative health interventions.
• Developed understanding of GP practice workflow, chronic condition monitoring, and continuity of care.

Responsibilities:

• Assisted in the care of patients undergoing spinal surgery, including elective and trauma cases.
• Monitored patient observations, pain levels, neurovascular status, and postoperative recovery.
• Supported wound care, drain management, catheter care, and mobilisation following spinal surgery protocols.

Achievements:

• Developed confidence in caring for patients with complex mobility and spinal precautions.
• Praised for attention to detail, professionalism, and compassionate patient support.
• Gained practical experience in postoperative spinal recovery, wound management, and safe mobilisation.

Responsibilities:

• Provided care for high-dependency cardiac patients, including those with acute heart failure, ACS (STEMI/NSTEMI), arrhythmias, post-cardiac arrest, congenital conditions, and post-transplantation.
• Assisted with patient management in both the CCU and cardiac catheter labs, including monitoring invasive lines, telemetry, and haemodynamics.
• Collaborated with the MDT including cardiologists, physiotherapists, pharmacists, and specialist nurses for comprehensive patient care.

Achievements:

• Developed confidence in recognising and responding to cardiac deterioration and complex arrhythmias.
• Gained experience in advanced cardiac care, critical thinking, and management of high-dependency patients.
• Enhanced skills in multidisciplinary teamwork and effective communication with patients, families, and clinical staff.

Responsibilities:

• Provided person-centred care to acutely unwell older adults with multiple comorbidities and complex needs.
• Assisted with wound care, tissue viability, catheter care, stoma care, and management of peripheral/central venous access devices.
• Promoted health education for patients and families, supporting nutrition, hydration, mobility, and falls prevention.

Achievements:

• Strengthened assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills for older adults with acute and chronic conditions.
• Gained confidence prioritising care, managing time effectively, and delegating appropriately within the nursing team.
• Developed a strong understanding of MDT roles and contributed effectively to collaborative patient care and safe discharge planning.

Responsibilities:

• Supported the care of patients undergoing elective orthopaedic oncology surgery for skeletal and muscular conditions.
• Assisted with pre-operative and post-operative assessments, including observations, pain assessments, and wound checks.
• Provided holistic care including personal care, mobility assistance, pressure area care, and safe manual handling.

Achievements:

• Developed confidence in postoperative orthopaedic assessment, wound care, and recognising early complications.
• Praised for excellent communication, compassion, and ability to support anxious patients undergoing cancer-related surgery.
• Strengthened clinical judgment when monitoring neurovascular observations and managing complex surgical needs.

Responsibilities:

• Assisted in the care of critically unwell cardiac patients following complex surgeries including CABG, valve repairs/replacements, aortic repairs, and heart/lung transplantation.
• Performed frequent observations and supported A–E assessments, monitoring ECG rhythms, haemodynamics, and oxygenation under supervision.
• Supported the management of invasive lines, drains, chest tubes, catheters, and wound sites.

Achievements:

• Developed strong confidence in recognising and escalating signs of cardiac instability or deterioration.
• Gained valuable insight into complex cardiac surgery pathways and post-operative recovery.
• Improved understanding of critical care monitoring, invasive equipment, and advanced cardiac interventions.

Responsibilities:

• Assisted in the care of patients with a wide range of respiratory conditions, including COPD, asthma, pneumonia, and acute respiratory failure.
• Supported patients requiring CPAP/NIV and gained exposure to caring for patients with tracheostomies and chest drains.
• Assisted with medication rounds under supervision, including nebulisers and inhaler techniques.
• Contributed to MDT discussions and communicated effectively with patients and families.

Achievements:

• Developed strong confidence in recognising respiratory deterioration and escalating appropriately.
• Praised for calm communication, empathy, and ability to support patients with breathlessness and anxiety.
• Gained valuable experience with complex respiratory interventions, improving my clinical knowledge and practical skills.

Responsibilities:

• Supported postoperative care for liver and transplant patients admitted from ITU, theatres, PACU, and ambulatory care.
• Performed observations (NEWS), assisted with A–E assessments, monitored wounds, drains, catheters, and fluid balance.
• Assisted with patient admissions, handovers, and safe discharge planning.

Achievements:

• Praised for professionalism, communication, and ability to stay calm in a busy surgical environment.
• Developed strong postoperative assessment skills and understanding of surgical complications.
• Built confidence working with complex, high-dependency patients and managing multiple tasks safely.