Experienced registered Band 5 nurse, with a strong background in nursing care planning, patient mentorship, and palliative care coordination. Knowledgeable at providing dementia support and end-of-life assistance while ensuring effective family communication. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving skills and proficiency in medication administration. I am committed to delivering compassionate care and enhancing patient well-being.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work history
Staff nurse
Westbury Care
Frenchay, South Gloucestershire
2020.06 - Current
Supported a continuous learning experience by engaging in various training programs.
Gained understanding in differentiating roles between care home functions and nursing responsibilities.
Enhanced understanding of essential care planning skills through targeted learning initiatives.
Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation
Trained in administering prescribed intravenous fluids and medications.
Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families easing their anxiety
Senior staff nurse
NHS Foundation Trust
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
2004.08 - Current
Been with the trust for over 15 years as a Senior staff nurse.
Main priority at work is to provide comprehensive nursing care by assessing patient conditions, responding to concerns, communicating with families and caregivers in adherence to NMC Code of Conduct.
As the palliative care link nurse for the ward, I frequently collaborate with a group of health care professionals to establish a suitable base to plan and deliver effective end of life care for the dying as well as support their families through the process.
Extensive experience in caring for the elderly mainly suffering from Parkinson's disease, dementia and other age related illnesses.
Assessing patients to see if they are medically fit for discharge and then making an effective discharge plan based on the assessment. Whilst aiming to facilitate the appropriate services needed for them in the community, in cooperation with our multi-disciplinary team.
Providing mentoring to educate and assist nursing students through their placements in our ward, as well as supervise newly qualified and junior nursing staff.
Updating myself with the necessary training required as a staff nurse through study and training days on a yearly basis as per trust policy.
Acted as a shift coordinator and acquainted myself to the importance of various roles of each health care professional so as to help me provide a smooth running shift to the rest of the staff.
Staff nurse
Four Seasons Health Care
Kingswood, South Gloucestershire
2001.03 - 2004.08
Worked with a team of carers and other health care professionals to efficiently deliver quality nursing care to our clients as well as addressing their daily needs and concerns.
Actively contributed to health care planning, tailoring for individual clients that specifically met their health and welfare needs
Communicated effectively and respectfully to families' questions to reassure that their family members are well looked after in our care.
Responsible for supervising junior nursing and health care staff in the delivery of their duties and responsibilities.
Generally looking after the health and safety of our clients
Staff nurse
Four Seasons Health Care
Yatton, North Somerset
2000.08 - 2001.02
Delivery of nursing care of the highest standards to our clients.
Planning and implementing care plans specific to our clients' health care needs.
Worked with healthcare team in the efficient delivery of services needed to achieve healthy living standards and welfare to our clients.
Supporting their families and building confidence that the best care possible is being delivered to their family member.
Listening to our clients and their families concerns and questions, addressing them accordingly and effectively
Senior Staff Nurse 2 / Nurse Floor Manager of Unit at DUBAI HEALTH (Ambulatory Freestanding Emergency Department)Senior Staff Nurse 2 / Nurse Floor Manager of Unit at DUBAI HEALTH (Ambulatory Freestanding Emergency Department)