Kristine Joyce Buama
Welwyn Garden City
Summary
Gastroenterology Clinical Nurse Specialist with specialization in inflammatory bowel disease and liver disorders. Proficient in endoscopy and patient-centered care, achieving significant improvements in patient outcomes through teamwork. Focused on high standards of compassionate healthcare delivery and clinical excellence. Independent nurse prescriber with comprehensive knowledge of clinical procedures and sound judgment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Whittington Trust
London
07.2019 - Current
- Managing an IBD infusion list coming for biological treatment.
- Applying a biologic drug for a NEW patient thru BLUETEQ.
- Answering the Gl helpline thru email and telephone.
- Conduct clinics both face to face and telephone, independently.
- Holds FIBROSCAN clinic.
- Supervise student nurses assigned in the department.
Endoscopy Nurse
Whittington Trust
London
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Conducted pre-assessment interviews with patients referred for flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy via phone and in-person.
- Dispensed prescribed laxatives while providing comprehensive instructions to patients undergoing procedures.
- Assisted specialists with gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and bronchoscopy, including biopsy and polypectomy tasks.
- Monitored vital signs, reassuring patients throughout procedures to ensure comfort and safety.
- Inserted IV cannulas and administered IV medications as required during procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records to support continuity of care.
- Set up procedure rooms with necessary instruments and equipment, ensuring functionality and troubleshooting as needed.
- Collaborated with specialists, nurses, and administrative staff to facilitate efficient workflow during shifts.
- Served as a bank endoscopy nurse at Whittington Trust, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety during procedures.
- Provided expert endoscopy nursing services with 18 Weeks Support agency since June 2018, enhancing patient outcomes and procedural efficiency.
Staff Nurse
Whittington Trust
London
04.2015 - 07.2016
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated patient care.
- Safely administered prescribed medication and monitored effects.
- Ensures documentation was accurate and up to date.
- Participated in collaborative decision making within the nursing team.
Education
CPD - Advance Physical Assessment And Diagnostics
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, Hertfordshire04-2025
Nurse Prescriber -
University of West London
London08.2023
Mentorship Program -
Middlesex University
London10.2017
Overseas Nursing Program -
School of Health, Northampton University
London10.2012
NVQ3 Health And Social Care - Career Studies
Golders Green College
London12.2010
Skills
- Advanced physical assessment
- Patient monitoring and management
- IV administration and therapy
- Clinical documentation and medical records
- Patient education and advocacy
- Team collaboration and interprofessional cooperation
- Care coordination and planning
- Health plan development
- Evidence-based practice application
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Nursing research utilization
- Direct patient care delivery
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Patient education strategies
- Staff training and education
- Critical thinking and clinical decision making
- Patient confidentiality maintenance
- Routine patient testing and evaluation
- Medical history assessment
- Condition diagnosis and management
- Case management expertise
- Compassionate patient care approach
- Advanced clinical skills application
- Specimen results interpretation proficiency
- Health promotion strategies
- Compliance monitoring practices
- Nurse leadership capabilities
References
- Cristina Aguiar, Endoscopy Manager, Whittington Trust, London, London, 078 8161 8021
- Emily Castillo, Band 6 Sister, Endoscopy Department, Whittington Trust, London, London, 078 535 622 63
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Whittington Trust
07.2019 - Current
Endoscopy Nurse
Whittington Trust
07.2016 - 07.2019
Staff Nurse
Whittington Trust
04.2015 - 07.2016
CPD - Advance Physical Assessment And Diagnostics
University of Hertfordshire
Nurse Prescriber -
University of West London
Mentorship Program -
Middlesex University
Overseas Nursing Program -
School of Health, Northampton University
NVQ3 Health And Social Care - Career Studies
Golders Green College
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