Holly Barnhurst
Sutton Coldfield,Birmingham
Summary
Recently completed a comprehensive coding bootcamp at the University of Birmingham, gaining hands-on experience in modern web development technologies, including JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, and database management. Built a strong foundation of transferable skills from a career as a midwife, such as effective communication, time management, problem-solving, and adaptability. Eager to retrain and pursue a successful career in the tech industry, bringing a unique perspective, a demonstrated ability to learn quickly, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced, challenging environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Midwife
University Hospitals Birmingham
Birmingham, West Midlands
10.2020 - Current
- Rotated across key midwifery areas, including postnatal and antenatal wards, triage, governance, safeguarding, specialist diabetes service, and the labour ward.
- Currently specialise in labour ward care and working with the specialist diabetes team at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB).
- Cooperate within multidisciplinary team settings for improved patient outcomes.
- Developed the skill of handling emergencies focused on achieving positive outcomes and remaining calm at all times.
- Proficient in enhanced maternal care, scrub for theatre procedures, newborn infant physical examination (NIPE), suturing, and cardiotocography (CTG) analysis.
- Completed training and certifications to broaden technical expertise and improve patient outcomes.
- Actively contributed to audits aimed at improving care standards for women and families.
- Trained junior colleagues while educating self about recent developments in midwifery.
- Applied knowledge of drugs and pain management while assisting women in labour.
Waitress
Pesto
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
- Utilised professional communication skills to resolve customer complaints.
- Stayed up to date on menu changes to accurately answer customer queries.
- Translated customer requests clearly to kitchen staff to meet specific dietary needs and preferences.
- Listened to guest complaints and worked with kitchen staff or management to promptly resolve issues.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service.
Carer assistant
Marian House Care Home
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Adapted to service users' needs and requests to maintain personalised care.
- Followed infection control policies strictly to minimise risks.
- Recorded clinical observations in electronic health record and reported observed changes to senior clinical staff.
- Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
- Managed dietary needs of patients, resulting in improved nutrition.
Education
Coding
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 03.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Birmingham City University
Birmingham 09.2017 - 09.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Access to Healthcare Professionals
Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham 09.2016 - 05.2017
GCSEs -
Fairfax School
Birmingham 09.2008 - 05.2013
Skills
- Audit
- Decision making
- Conflict Resolution
- Ethical decision making
- Drug administration
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Enhanced Maternal Care trained
- Professionalism
- Advocacy for patient rights
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Escalation
- Delivering difficult news compassionately
- Web Development
- Time Management
- Be able to remain calm during emergencies
References
Professional References
Kerry Hudson
Heartlands Hospital Delivery Suite Manager
Email: kerry.hudson@uhb.nhs.uk
Shaista Khalid
Fetal Medicine Midwife at University Hospitals Birmingham
Email: skhalid74@outlook.com
Character Reference:
Ashvin Bhambra
Email: ashvin.bhambra@version1.com
Timeline
Coding
University of Birmingham
03.2023 - 09.2023
Midwife
University Hospitals Birmingham
10.2020 - Current
Waitress
Pesto
10.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Birmingham City University
09.2017 - 09.2020
Carer assistant
Marian House Care Home
06.2017 - 01.2018
Diploma of Higher Education - Access to Healthcare Professionals
Birmingham Metropolitan College
09.2016 - 05.2017
GCSEs -
Fairfax School
09.2008 - 05.2013
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