Joy Gonsalves
Cowbridge,Wales
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about oncology, clinical research and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Able to work autonomously, while also being a team player.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Nurse - Band 7
North West London Trust
London
2022.01 - 2022.09
- Developed research and implemented an NHS service improvement for early detection of primary liver cancer (HCC- hepatocellular carcinoma).
- Collaborated with Royal Marsden Partners, as well as, focus group professionals. Our aim was to develop research, gain deeper understanding of patients with advanced liver disease and their compliancy to ongoing investigations (6 monthly ultrasound and blood tests).
- Conducted statistical analyses of patients with advanced liver disease to identify patterns of those who were non compliant with their investigations.
- Coded data following specified research protocol and entered data into REDCap database for subsequent analysis. This database was accessible to all consultants involved in the project, which helped alert which patients were in need of their 6 monthly investigations.
- Worked within a Multidisciplinary Team of consultants, professors, fellows and medical research associates to improve a collective knowledge in the early detection of HCC.
- Wrote the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the service improvement. This project has now been acknowledged by NHS UK as a viable service improvement and is being implemented throughout the UK and Northern Ireland.
Clinical Nurse Specialist- Band 7- HpB
Imperial College NHS Trust
London
2017.12 - 2022.01
- Performed holistic needs assessments and designed specialised treatment plans for patients diagnosed with HpB cancer.
- Provided effective and empathetic communication with patients and family members: explaining diagnosis, treatment options and procedures.
- Worked in collaboration with the Multidisciplinary Team to evaluate intervention outcomes and implement any required adjustments to patients care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, pain score and emotional wellbeing of patients on anti-cancer treatment; updating supervising physicians with any observations or concerns.
- Conducted daily telephone clinics for patients and their families who were requiring emotional support or physical advice.
- Attended several Multidisciplinary clinics (surgeon, oncologist and CNS) per week, as well as running my own nurse led clinic: assisting with balanced care plans, which incorporate physical, mental and social needs.
- Coordinating care with in the community: speaking to GP's, community nursing teams, hospice care, social services and financial support.
- Coordinated care with in the hospital setting: arranging investigations, blood tests, chemotherapy appointments, admissions and emergency care.
- Maintained the dignity of patients at all times, while also advocating their holistic needs.
- Helped to supervise and train several newly hired band 6 CNS' within the HpB team.
Clinical Nurse Specialist- Band 6- OG
Imperial College NHS Trust
London
2016.07 - 2017.12
- Performed holistic needs assessments and designed pre and post surgical plans for patients diagnosed with oesophageal and gastric cancer.
- Provided effective and empathetic communication with patients and family members: explaining diagnosis, surgical intervention and what to expect when going home.
- Attended several weekly clinics with the surgical team, assessing patients pre and post surgery.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, pain score and emotional wellbeing of patients pre and post surgery: updating supervising surgeon with any observations or concerns.
- Coordinating care with in the community: dieticians, GP's, community nursing teams, hospice care, social services and financial support.
- Coordinating care with in the hospital setting: arranging investigations, dieticians, admissions and emergencies.
- Maintaining the dignity of patients at all times, while also advocating their holistic needs.
Clinic Nurse- Band 5- Oncology
Imperial College NHS Trust
London
2015.04 - 2017.07
- Promoted dignity, safety and independence for patients attending oncology consultant appointments.
- Closely monitored and recorded patient observations: blood pressure, heart rate, temperature and respiratory rate.
- Venous access bloods for patients: accessing portacaths and PICC lines for patients receiving chemotherapy, while practicing aseptic technique.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Coordinated care with in the hospital setting: communicating with the chemotherapy unit, various wards, clerical team and emergency services.
Ward Nurse- Band 5- Ward 6 North
Imperial College NHS Trust
London
2014.04 - 2015.04
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- 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.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Followed NHS procedures and protocols to safely prepare drips and transfusions.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Kings London
LondonSkills
- NMC-registered
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer and data base literate
- Clinical caseload management
- Care programme planning
- Clinical assessment
- Accurate record keeping
Timeline
Clinical Research Nurse - Band 7
North West London Trust
2022.01 - 2022.09
Clinical Nurse Specialist- Band 7- HpB
Imperial College NHS Trust
2017.12 - 2022.01
Clinical Nurse Specialist- Band 6- OG
Imperial College NHS Trust
2016.07 - 2017.12
Clinic Nurse- Band 5- Oncology
Imperial College NHS Trust
2015.04 - 2017.07
Ward Nurse- Band 5- Ward 6 North
Imperial College NHS Trust
2014.04 - 2015.04
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Kings London
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