IRENE BERENGE
Skegness,Lincolnshire
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with strong clinical knowledge and exceptional communication skills. Proficient in patient care and teamwork, ensuring seamless coordination and support in healthcare settings. Committed to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes through dedicated service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Registered Nurse
Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Trust
Skegness, Lincolnshire
10.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Provided holistic, patient-focused care to terminally ill individuals.
- Worked closely with hospice staff ensuring seamless transition from hospital care to home setting when necessary.
- Advocated for patients' wishes regarding end-of-life decisions to respect their autonomy.
- Participated in professional development workshops upskilling knowledge about latest advancements in palliative care nursing.
- Facilitated Restorative Clinical Supervision (RCS) sessions to support staff mental health and reduce burnout.
- Led Quality Improvement (QI) projects focused on enhancing patient safety and clinical standards.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
Kapsabet Referral Hospital, Nandi
01.2019 - 10.2023
- Assisted in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in collaboration with health care professionals.
- Evaluated medical information while providing direct and personalised bedside nursing care to patients.
- Prepared, administered, and recorded prescribed medications.
- Changed dressings as required.
- Inserted catheters to facilitate patient care.
- Started and monitored intravenous fluids.
- Adjusted specialised medical equipment as necessary and interpreted measurements.
- Monitored patients’ vital signs and reported adverse reactions promptly.
- Maintained and updated patient files, medical charts, and health records.
- Advocated for patients' health and wellbeing.
- Educated patients regarding illness management.
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
Kapkeben Dispensary, Nandi
07.2010 - 12.2019
- Conducted physical examinations and documented health histories.
- Delivered maternal and childcare services effectively.
- Assisted in health promotion through counselling and educational activities.
- Administered medications and provided wound care alongside other personalised interventions.
- Interpreted patient information and made essential decisions regarding necessary actions.
- Coordinated care with diverse healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Supervised care provided by other healthcare personnel.
- Supported research initiatives aimed at enhancing practice and patient outcomes.
- Compiled and submitted monthly reports for facility operations.
- Managed ordering and receipt processes for pharmaceuticals and non-pharmaceuticals.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA)
University of Lincoln
UNITED KINGDOM 12.2025 - 04.2026
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing - Gerontology Nursing
Institute of Health & Management
AUSTRALIA 07.2025 - 02.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing & Midwifery
Great Lakes University of Kenya
KENYA 09.2021 - 07.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing
KAPLONG MISSION HOSPITAL
Sotik, KENYA 09.2006 - 04.2010
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Segero High School
KENYA 01.2000 - 11.2000
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Critical care
- Clinical assessment
- Palliative Care
- Infection prevention and control
- Administering medication
- Medical record-keeping
- Emotional resilience
- Patient advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Paediatric nursing
- Discharge procedures
- Diabetes management
- Caseload management
- Adult acute and critical care
- Compassionate bedside manner
- Intravenous (IV) line care
- Patient confidentiality
- Wound dressing
- Datix
- Compassionate care
- Urinary catheterisation
- End-Of-Life care dignity
- Adaptability in crisis situations
- Blood transfusion procedure knowledge
- Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Epidemiology understanding
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medication dosage calculation
Certification
- Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN: 24D2006O
- Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) PIN: 521114
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Fluent
Swahili
Native
Professional Development Training
Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) Training
Institution Name: University of Lincoln
Start Date: December 2025
End Date: March 2025
Award: Certificate
Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Institution Name: St Barnabas, United Kingdom
Date of Completion: July 2025
Award: Certificate
Controlled Drug Essentials
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: October 2025
Award: Certificate
Insulin Safety-Getting it Right
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: March 2026
Award: Certificate
Falls Prevention in Hospitals
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: May 2025
Award: Certificate
Wound Care Dressing
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: February 2025
Award: Certificate
Nutritional Screening
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: March 2025
Award: Certificate
Diabetes Care
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: August 2024
Award: Certificate
Syringe Driver
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: October 2025
Award: Certificate
Venepuncture Training
Institution Name: Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) NHS Trust
Date of Completion: August 2024
Award: Certificate
Emergency triage assessment and treatment plus admission care for sick children (ETAT)
Institution Name: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Date of Completion: July 2021
Award: Certificate
Emergency obstetrics and Neonatal care (competence-based training)
Institution Name: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Date of Completion: January 2019
Award: Certificate
Basic field epidemiology course
Institution Name: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Date of Completion: November 2019
Award: Certificate
REFERENCES
1. Samantha Daley,
Nursing Manager,
Skegness Hospital, UK
Contact: +44 7500 061853
2. Mr. Laban Talaam
County Nursing Officer
Nandi County, Kenya
Contact: +254727703387
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the information contained in this resume is in accordance with facts or truths to my knowledge. I take full responsibility for the correctness of the said information.
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Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA)
University of Lincoln
12.2025 - 04.2026
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing - Gerontology Nursing
Institute of Health & Management
07.2025 - 02.2026
Registered Nurse
Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Trust
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing & Midwifery
Great Lakes University of Kenya
09.2021 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
01.2019 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
07.2010 - 12.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing
KAPLONG MISSION HOSPITAL
09.2006 - 04.2010
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Segero High School
01.2000 - 11.2000