Jennifer Dyas
Cardiff,Cardiff
Summary
Enthusiastic Student Nurse eager to pursue Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in hospital setting. Methodical and hardworking with strong attention to detail. Qualified to commence training to specialise in Child and Mental Health nursing. Organised Student Nurse with passion for caring for children and families in a hospital setting. Offering over 2000 hours of hands-on experience in emergency department, cardiac ward and mental health. On track to graduate in 2024.
Good grasp of nursing protocols and positioning in healthcare. Focused on growing clinical knowledge and building positive relationships. Caring nursing team member with record of success in delivering treatments to all patients. Brings expert clinical knowledge and judgment to meet strict care standards. Partners with fellow nurses and across care teams to deliver positive patient outcomes. Compassionate healthcare professional committed to providing high quality patient care. Collaborates successfully with team to meet needs of busy units. Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Student Nurse
University of Southampton
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2020 - Current
- Proactively applied safeguarding principles to maximise patient safety.
- Established immediate and long-term care goals, working with interdisciplinary teams to implement.
- Monitored patient conditions, continuously assessing vitals to ensure ongoing quality care.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Planned and delivered evidence-based care tailored to patients' needs.
- Cooperated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver health care plans.
- Worked with family and carers to understand and assess patients' health needs.
- Built positive rapport with patients from various backgrounds.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care, increasing patient satisfaction.
- Reported accidents, risks and incidents in line with set procedures.
- Completed shifts alongside university-based learning.
- Carried out patient assessments with minimal supervision.
- Performed physical assessment by measuring blood pressure, pulse rate and oxygen level.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients with ailments and disabilities.
- Cleaned and treated patient wounds with guidance from head nurse.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results and registered data on computer system.
- Gained understanding of health inequalities affecting disadvantaged and vulnerable people.
Au Pair
Thomas and Courtney Pomrink
New Canaan , Connecticut
10.2014 - 02.2020
- Assisted children with homework and school assignments, offering academic support and guidance to build confident learners.
- Met with parents to discuss child progress, informing of notable activities, positive developments and any concerns.
- Assisted children with bedtime routines, adhering to set timeframes to maintain consistency.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Supported families on holidays, supervising children and escorting them to activities.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas requiring improvement, implementing redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behaviour through appropriate discipline.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Ran errands during school hours to support parents with ad hoc requests.
- Offered outstanding care to multiple children at once, ranging from age newborn to eight.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things through play.
- Dropped off and picked up children from school, driving safely and arriving on time.
- Maintained secure, child-friendly environments with engaging activities and outdoor play.
- Supervised children's play at home and in external settings, ensuring their physical safety at all times.
- Assisted in light housework and laundry to reduce parents' workload.
- Modelled appropriate social behaviours, promoting empathy, kindness and concern for others.
- Assisted children with homework and school assignments, offering advice and guidance to build learner confidence.
- Encouraged children to express themselves confidently by cultivating safe, stimulating environments.
- Safely transported children to and from school, events and activities, maintaining adherence to schedules to establish reliability and trust.
- Continuously exceeded parent expectations by accommodating last-minute schedule changes.
- Taught children safe behaviour while crossing streets, using climbing frames and cycling.
- Established effective after-school routine by preparing meals in advance, maximising time for play and homework.
- Developed strong bonds with children through compassionate verbal and physical interaction.
- Prepared healthy and nutritious meals to specific dietary requirements.
- Performed cleaning, washing, ironing and laundry to maintain home order.
- Arranged playdates and outings for older children.
- Administered medicine following parents' directions, and cared for children in case of illness or injury.
- Changed and bathed babies and supervised baths for older children.
- Disciplined children when necessary, following parents guidelines.
Front of House Waitress
Brewers Fayre
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
- Proactively communicated specific order details to chefs to aid workflow.
- Accurately processed card and cash payments using POS systems.
- Accurately took customer orders and communicated them to chefs and bartenders.
- Checked customers ID to maintain full compliance with regulations of selling restricted products.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current promotions, specials and service additions, providing expert customer assistance.
- Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
- Processed cash and card payments promptly, minimising customer waiting times and enabling swift table turnarounds.
- Thoroughly cleaned dining areas, waiting areas and bathrooms to maintain guest comfort and hygiene.
- Established positive rapport with diners by welcoming and greeting customers by name.
- Accurately received and processed orders, noting dietary requirements to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Met with restaurant managers to communicate, review and manage changes to operational processes.
- Informed and advised customers on menu options and allergy concerns, making specific recommendations based on dining preferences.
- Arranged tables to meet company standards, optimising use of space and cultivating appropriate atmosphere.
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Checked in with customers during meals to check orders were received correctly and met guests' expectations.
- Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
- Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
- Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes and used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Used upselling methods featuring specials to complement dishes.
- Provided efficient food and drinks service for high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Trained new wait staff to deliver quality service and uphold brand standards.
- Provided menu and offered recommendations to complement dining experience.
- Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
- Arranged tables and set up linens and silverware in preparation for guests.
- Assisted waiters during big events and functions to preserve smooth workflow.
- Retained in-depth bar and menu item knowledge, providing expert recommendations to suit guest taste.
- Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in timely, friendly manner.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations by examining food quality and maintaining cleanliness.
- Refused drinks service to guests without appropriate proof of age.
- Checked menus to verify current selection availability, updating accordingly to avoid customer disappointment.
- Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
- Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
- Took food and beverage orders using POS system or order slips to maintain accuracy.
- Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
- Informed kitchen staff regarding order and requirements.
- Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests.
- Discussed menu items and dietary concerns, noted special requests and suggested additional items to meet upsell goals.
- Kept carpeted and hard floors clean and clear of debris, minimising risks to guests and staff.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss specials, menu changes and group reservations.
Education
Master of Science - Child and Mental Health Nursing
University of Southampton
Southampton 09.2020 -
Foundation Degree in Arts - Liberal Arts
Norwalk Community College
Connecticut, USA 01/2017 - 12/2019
Skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Personalised patient assistance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Bandage care
- Medication and dosage
- Wound care
- Vital signs
- Charting and reporting
- Equipment sterilisation
- OR and A&E experience
- Room preparation
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Health assessments
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Student Nurse
University of Southampton
09.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Child and Mental Health Nursing
University of Southampton
09.2020 -
Foundation Degree in Arts - Liberal Arts
Norwalk Community College
01/2017 - 12/2019
Au Pair
Thomas and Courtney Pomrink
10.2014 - 02.2020
Front of House Waitress
Brewers Fayre
08.2012 - 09.2014
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