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Affiliations
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Certification
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Community Care
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Kate Niedzwiedz

Burnham-on-Sea,United Kingdom

Summary

Highly skilled nursing professional with extensive expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and infection control. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in wound care, care planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring superior patient-centred care. Adept at clinical documentation and team supervision, with a strong focus on healthcare quality improvement and evidence-based practice. Committed to compassionate care and patient advocacy, while excelling in emergency response and critical thinking. Career goals include advancing healthcare quality standards through strategic planning and effective communication.

Driven nursing professional with years of experience in [Type] care environments. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Community complex care speciality nurse

Thornbury Community Nursing Agency
Bristol, South west of England
03.2013 - Current
  • Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
  • Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
  • Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
  • Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
  • Managed ward supplies for seamless healthcare delivery.
  • Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
  • Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
  • Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
  • Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
  • Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
  • Managed challenging behaviour in psychiatric wards by utilising de-escalation techniques.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • 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.
  • Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
  • Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
  • 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.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.






Critical Care Outreach Senior Sister

University Bristol and Weston Hospitals
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
01.2008 - Current
  • Maintained accurate medical records for seamless healthcare delivery.
  • Oversaw junior staff training, improving the overall quality of care provided on the ward.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with social services, facilitating smoother transitions home.
  • Explained medical procedures to patients, fostering understanding and trust.
  • Improved patient comfort by ensuring prompt delivery of care.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and needs; enhancing patient satisfaction.
  • Implemented care plans to improve patient outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Educated families about patient conditions, promoting informed decision-making.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, bettering patient treatment.
  • Prioritised tasks based on urgency and severity to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices, reducing infection risks.
  • Applied infection control protocols; minimising cross-contamination risks in the ward.
  • Administered medications for effective pain management.
  • Enhanced team collaboration with clear and concise communication.
  • Assisted doctors during examinations, ensuring thorough assessments were made.
  • Formulated nursing diagnoses based on assessment data; providing targeted interventions where necessary.
  • Managed complex cases through a multi-disciplinary approach; ensuring holistic care for patients.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly; promptly identifying any abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
  • Provided excellent care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
  • Led staff to improve patient care through valuable coaching, teaching and mentoring.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures.
  • Monitored delivery of patient care for entire unit, including implementation of care plans.
  • Encouraged learning appropriate learning opportunities for staff members, promoting best practices for high-quality patient care.
  • Identified areas in need of clinical improvement and implemented process changes to accommodate.
  • Worked closely with fellow nursing professionals to identify strategies for practice development and improvement.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Determined and implemented nursing standards and structures for better patient care practices.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
  • Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
  • Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Adult Nursing

Nursing Adult School in Poland
Poland
09.1987 - 06.1992

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Wound care
  • Care planning
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Time management
  • Patient advocacy
  • Emotional support
  • Clinical documentation
  • Team supervision
  • Conflict resolution
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Emergency response
  • IV management
  • Medical consultation
  • Blood collection
  • Elderly care competencies
  • Post-Operative recovery aid
  • Tube insertion and removal
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Healthcare ethics understanding
  • Falls risk identification
  • Pharmacology knowledge
  • Vital signs measurement
  • Palliative care expertise
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • End-Of-Life care assistance
  • Electrocardiogram interpretation
  • Radiology proficiency
  • Surgical preparation
  • Advanced life support
  • Trauma patient handling
  • Perioperative nursing
  • Nurse leadership
  • Computerised charting
  • Paediatric advanced life support
  • Communication with family members
  • Urinalysis processing
  • Blood transfusion protocols
  • Oxygen administration
  • Healthcare quality improvement
  • Intensive care expertise
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Palliative Care
  • Phlebotomy
  • Critical care
  • Pre- and post-operation care
  • Health checks
  • First-class patient care
  • Community nursing
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Vascular access procedures
  • Mental health needs assessments
  • Rehabilitation assessments
  • Wound dressing
  • Data confidentiality
  • Empathetic listening
  • Superior nursing knowledge
  • Health education
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Accurate record-keeping
  • Compassionate care
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Medication storage and disposal
  • Patient-centred approach
  • Routine investigations
  • Outstanding communication
  • Infection control procedures
  • Adult care
  • Excellent time management
  • Clinical care
  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Emotional resilience
  • Clinical assessment
  • Risk Management
  • Patient-centred care
  • Theatre procedures
  • Patient record management
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Front line telephone triage
  • Anaesthetic assistance
  • Caring bedside manner
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Public health education
  • Accident & Emergency (A&E) support
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Life support
  • Care plan implementation
  • Staff training
  • Effective communication
  • Patient confidentiality adherence
  • End-Of-Life support
  • Defibrillation expertise
  • Gastrostomy feeding tube maintenance
  • Palliative care compassion
  • Advanced life support cooperation
  • ICU equipment operation
  • Blood gas analysis
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Practice reflective listening
  • Medication administration accuracy
  • Goal-Oriented in patient recovery
  • Healthcare quality standards
  • Resilience during long shifts
  • Mechanical ventilation proficiency
  • Oxygen therapy procedures
  • Handling emotional distress professionally
  • Aseptic technique
  • Family liaison
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Critical care nursing
  • CPR certified
  • Ventilator care
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Initiative in emergencies
  • ECG interpretation
  • Decision making under pressure
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Flexible
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Strategic planning
  • Bronchodilator administration
  • Nebuliser use and maintenance
  • Blood gas machine operation
  • Intubation techniques
  • Bronchoscopy assistance
  • Tracheostomy care proficiency
  • Advanced respiratory assessments
  • Arterial blood gases analysis
  • Asthma treatment protocols
  • Personal protective equipment usage
  • Attention to Detail

Affiliations

  • Cooking, travelling, music, fashion and good film. Enjoy walking anywhere.

Accomplishments

Critical Care Outreach senior sister for 10 years. Previously I was working in emergency department for over 8 years. In the meantime I was working as an agency nurse on various wards, not so much experienced with children . My first job was in the UK was senior sister in Bupa care homes. In Poland I was working for 5 years in Intensive Care Unit , Cardiac Critical Care and Thoracic intensive surgical Unit. For the last 5 years I have also been looking after patients in community and found this job very interesting.

Certification

Emergency Care and Intensive Care module at West of England University.

PACAR and FLAP module at West of England University.

Languages

English
Fluent
Polish
Fluent

Community Care

I have worked for many years as a speciality critical care nurse. For the last 5 years working in community I have found myself really enjoying 1;1 care. I can fully focus on the person I look after without rush and with calm and caring manner. I have realised working in community I have to be open and understanding my patient's needs and habits.

Timeline

Community complex care speciality nurse

Thornbury Community Nursing Agency
03.2013 - Current

Critical Care Outreach Senior Sister

University Bristol and Weston Hospitals
01.2008 - Current

Higher National Diploma - Adult Nursing

Nursing Adult School in Poland
09.1987 - 06.1992
Kate Niedzwiedz