Margaret Ayonka
Ramsgate
Summary
A registered and experienced mental health nurse eager to put my experiences, education and skills to good use. Caring, resilient, hard working individual able to work well on my own and also as part of a team. Fast learner; ready to learn and implement. Dedicated to providing quality evidence-based care to the best of my ability
Nearly 2 years experience working in an acute psychiatric ward.
I am available to start work immediately
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Nurse
Cygnet Healthcare group
, Kent
06.2024 - 04.2026
- Administered medication as prescribed, monitoring effects and documenting responses to treatment protocols.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential safety concerns and implemented preventative measures.
- Advocated for patients' rights and well-being in all healthcare decisions and discussions.
- Utilised a person-centred approach to planning and delivering daily care with patients.
- Monitored patients' progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to meet changing needs and goals.
- Utilised therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and trust with patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring seamless transition to community-based care.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to develop personalised care plans for patients.
- Provided empathetic and non-judgemental support, building trust and rapport with patients.
- Advocated for patients' rights and autonomy, ensuring their voices were heard in treatment decisions.
- Contributed to team meetings and case reviews, sharing insights and recommendations for improving service delivery.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, promoting understanding and empathy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists and social workers, to optimise patient care outcomes.
- Documented patient progress meticulously, updating medical records to reflect current status.
- Addressed and answered questions for families regarding patient treatment, health and progress.
Student Nurse
ARU
Cambridge
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medication under supervision.
- Administered oral and injectable medications under supervision, following strict protocols.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient admission, discharge and transfer.
- Assisted registered nurses with daily care routines, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Communicated compassionately with patients and families, offering emotional support.
- Participated in ward rounds, providing updates on patient progress to healthcare professionals.
- Inspected, cleaned and dressed patient wounds for optimum healing.
- Acquired new skills by shadowing senior staff.
- Observed and reported symptoms and conditions to registered nurses, aiding in early intervention.
- Established trust by building rapport with patients' family members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalised care plans.
Care Assistant
Amida healthcare
Eastry, Kent
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Completed activities of daily living for clients unable to manage personal hygiene.
- Kept spaces clean and organised, handling linens, clothes washing and basic housekeeping.
- Readied treatment rooms and patient beds to reduce backlogs and support timely interventions.
- Charted patient information related to vital signs, pain management and daily inputs and outputs.
- Reduced patient anxiety by clearly and calmly explaining clinical processes and procedures.
- Advocated for residents' rights and wellbeing, ensuring their voices were heard.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, contributing to health assessments and care plans.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the care setting.
Care Assistant
Connect2staff
Margate, Lent
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Informed supervisors of key changes in client conditions and behaviours.
- Assisted with activities of daily living for clients
- Supported clients during mealtimes by offering feeding assistance.
- Charted patient information related to vital signs, pain management and daily inputs and outputs.
- Advocated for residents' rights and wellbeing, ensuring their voices were heard.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care services.
- Supported clients with comprehensive personal care.
- Managed challenging behaviour as and when required
- Actively listened to patients' complaints and feedback, actioning improvements to continuously elevate quality of care.
- Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely and effectively
Care Assistant
Superior Healthcare
Margate
07.2012 - 07.2018
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence
- Provided emotional support and companionship, building trusting relationships.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
- Managed challenging behaviour sensitively, adopting a person-centred approach.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans, tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated with family members, providing updates and involving them in care decisions.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the care setting.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, contributing to health assessments and care plans.
Support Worker
NHSP
Margate, Kent
07.2021 - 12 0
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility, promoting independence.
- Provided personalised care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Offered emotional support and companionship, reducing feelings of isolation among clients.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge, staying informed about best practices in care.
- Managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care services, ensuring a holistic approach to client health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health
ARU
Cambridgr 11.2023 - 11.2023
Foundation Degree in Science - Agricultural Science
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast Ghana 07.2006 - 07.2006
Higher National Diploma - Education
Presbyterian Teacher training college
Akropong Ghana 07.1999 - 07.1999
Skills
- Patient Observations
- Safeguarding
- Infection Control
- Confidential Record Management
- Safe Administeration of Medication
- Personal Care Assistance
- Patient Assessments including NEWS 2 monitoring
- Escalating concerns to facilitate timely interventions
- Digital record keeping
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Health Education
- Clinical Assessments
- Care planning
- Active Listening
- Staff Supervision
- Health promotions
- Catheter and Wound Care
- Building therapeutic relationships
- Communication skills
- Patient assessment
- Risk management
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Therapeutic communication
- Team collaboration
- Safety protocols
- Client engagement
- Progress monitoring
- Health education
- Behaviour management
- Record keeping
- Nursing care planning
- Compassionate care
- De-escalation techniques
- Risk assessment protocols
- Multi-disciplinary team experience
- Decision making under pressure
- Vital signs
Hobby and interests
- Travelling
- Movies
- Music
- Reading
- Socialising
- Tennis
- Gardening
Personal Information
Timeline
Mental Health Nurse
Cygnet Healthcare group
06.2024 - 04.2026
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health
ARU
11.2023 - 11.2023
Support Worker
NHSP
07.2021 - 12 0
Student Nurse
ARU
09.2020 - 09.2023
Care Assistant
Amida healthcare
01.2018 - 08.2020
Care Assistant
Connect2staff
01.2014 - 01.2019
Care Assistant
Superior Healthcare
07.2012 - 07.2018
Foundation Degree in Science - Agricultural Science
University of Cape Coast
07.2006 - 07.2006
Higher National Diploma - Education
Presbyterian Teacher training college
07.1999 - 07.1999