Joshua Diabate
Dunstable,England
Summary
Mental health nurse with expertise in holistic care and medication administration. Proven ability to lead clinical teams and develop effective care plans that enhance patient outcomes. Skilled in de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed approaches, focusing on patient education and team collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mental health nurse
Lakeside Mental Health Unit
2025.01 - 2026.06
- Conduct comprehensive mental and physical health assessments, including risk evaluation for self-harm, suicide, aggression, and vulnerability
- Implement safe observation levels and manage behaviour using de-escalation and least restrictive practice
- Administer prescribed medication, monitor effects, and respond to clinical changes
- Deliver person-centred care, uphold dignity, and ensure all basic needs are met
- Work within the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and relevant NHS/CQC standards
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and legal documentation
- Liaise closely with police, Approved Mental Health Professionals, psychiatrists, and crisis teams
- Coordinate urgent mental health assessments and arrange safe discharge or transfer to ongoing care
- Maintain a calm, secure, low-stimulus environment to support recovery and reduce distress
- Administered emergency first aid when required, ensured physical wellbeing of patients.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients promote mental wellness.
- Maintained accurate medical records, facilitated seamless healthcare service delivery.
- Assisted with therapy sessions resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Ensured optimal treatment results by guaranteeing correct administration of medication.
- Monitored patients undergoing detoxification from alcohol or drugs, promptly reporting changes in condition to ward doctor
- Communicated and collaborated with patients to plan, assess and evaluate effective care programs.
- Consulted with healthcare team to assess and execute proper patient care plans.
- Briefed patients regarding de-escalation methods to help manage emotions.
- Completed accurate, detailed patient records to carefully monitor progress and improvements.
- Recorded reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
- Mentored and supervised mental health support workers to uphold best practices in dealing with patients.
- Informed patients of rights to provide protective measures.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Managed challenging behaviour in psychiatric wards by utilising de-escalation techniques.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills whilst managing diverse healthcare workforce effectively.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to facilitate communication among clinicians, resulting in more unified care plans.
- Health-Based Place of Safety (HBPoS) - Near West Middlesex University Hospital
Mental health nurse
Hammersmith and Fulham Mental Health Lillie Ward
Hammersmith
2022.10 - 2025.01
- Devised individualized treatment plans for optimal results.
- Educated families on mental illness management strategies promoting home-based care.
- Compiled strictly with infection control measures preventing spread of diseases within facility.
- Administered prescribed medication; monitored side effects for safety assurance.
- Hammersmith, Hammersmith and Fulham
Bus Driver
Arriva
Edmonton
2014.02 - 2023.06
- Handled emergencies effectively by applying first-aid training when necessary.
- Kept accurate logs of trips, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Checked validity of passenger tickets or passes to prevent fraud.
- Reported any mechanical problems promptly for early resolution.
- Promoted good behaviour amongst passengers with clear communication of rules.
- Used defensive driving techniques for minimising potential accidents.
- Provided excellent customer service to passengers, ensuring comfortable journey.
- Prioritised passenger safety, constantly adjusting driving and vehicle speed to weather and traffic conditions.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction, offering special assistance to elderly, infirm and disabled passengers.
- Made scheduled stops dictated by assigned route, keeping within five minutes of estimated time of arrival.
- Covered weekend shifts to optimise service levels.
- Edmonton, Haringey
Student Nurse
Cygnet Beckton New Dawn Ward
Beckton
2021.03 - 2021.05
- Collaborated closely with other nurses on ward; fostered supportive work environment conducive for swift patient recovery times.
- Demonstrated empathetic understanding towards patients' families; facilitated effective communication about progression of patients' conditions.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as eating, bathing, promoting independence where possible.
- Conducted health assessments to identify areas requiring medical intervention.
- Observed changes in patient conditions; reported to appropriate healthcare personnel promptly.
- Provided emotional support, resulting in improved patient morale.
- Carried out patient assessments with minimal supervision.
- Completed shifts alongside university-based learning.
- Beckton, Newham
Cognitive Impairment and Dementia Servicer (Student Nurse)
Hammersmith and Fulham Mental Health
Hammersmith
2021.01 - 2021.03
- Reports writing included writing discharge letters to GP.
- Participated in memory impairment screening and giving handover to MDT
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Championed implementation of evidence-based practice within nursing team.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Hammersmith, Hammersmith and Fulham
Education
Mental Health Nurse -
West London University
London 2019.09 - 2022.08
BA (Hons) Counselling - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Newham College of Further Education
2013.09 - 2016.07
Higher Education course - undefined
University of East London
2010.09 - 2010.11
Information Communication Technology (AVCE) - undefined
New Vic College
2006.09 - 2009.07
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Brampton Manor Secondary School
2003.04 - 2006.06
Skills
- Medication administration
- Compassionate care
- De-escalation techniques
- Risk management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Care planning
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
REFERENCES
References available upon request.
HOBBIES AND INTEREST
Reading, watching films and exploring new places.
CUSTOM
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Affiliations
- Reading, writing, watching films and playing board games.
Timeline
Mental health nurse
Lakeside Mental Health Unit
2025.01 - 2026.06
Mental health nurse
Hammersmith and Fulham Mental Health Lillie Ward
2022.10 - 2025.01
Student Nurse
Cygnet Beckton New Dawn Ward
2021.03 - 2021.05
Cognitive Impairment and Dementia Servicer (Student Nurse)
Hammersmith and Fulham Mental Health
2021.01 - 2021.03
Mental Health Nurse -
West London University
2019.09 - 2022.08
Bus Driver
Arriva
2014.02 - 2023.06
BA (Hons) Counselling - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Newham College of Further Education
2013.09 - 2016.07
Higher Education course - undefined
University of East London
2010.09 - 2010.11
Information Communication Technology (AVCE) - undefined
New Vic College
2006.09 - 2009.07
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Brampton Manor Secondary School
2003.04 - 2006.06