MATTHEW BROWN
Wallingford,Oxfordshire
Summary
Skilled team player with knowledge in scheduled vehicle maintenance and basic repairs. Proficient in performing light mechanical work and preventative maintenance on various vehicles under supervision. Strong interest in automotive technology and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Ready to enhance operational efficiency and contribute to team success in any automotive role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
16095
16095
years of post-secondary education
Work history
District Nurse
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Wallingford, Oxfordshire
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients with diverse healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalised care plans.
- Assessed patient health status and monitored progress to ensure effective treatment.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Mentored junior staff and facilitated training sessions to enhance clinical skills.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations through regular audits and evaluations.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining excellent communication with patients.
- Delegated duties efficiently amongst nursing team members for smooth workflow.
- Carried out routine check-ups, monitoring general health status regularly.
- Achieved optimal pain management with effective use of medications.
- Supported palliative care patients, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered injections safely, reducing risk of infection.
- Ensured patient wellbeing by conducting regular home visits.
- Developed strong relationships to enhance patient comfort and trust.
- Provided emergency care effectively under high pressure situations.
Community Staff Nurse *Band 4*
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Hillingdon / Various , Middlesex
06.2020 - 09.2024
- Completed patient visits daily to offer trusted care in home setting.
- Prioritised dignity and compassion to provide highly regarded end-of-life care.
- Conducted holistic assessments and patient-centred care planning to optimise support.
- Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.
- Evaluated ability of existing care plans to cater to complex patient needs, implementing changes as necessary.
- Provided wound care, medication management and health promotion to patients receiving at-home care.
- Assessed patients upon arrival to determine acute care needs and develop ongoing care plans.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
- Provided life-saving support to patients in emergency situations.
- Implemented, monitored and maintained high standards of care in daily activities.
- Assisted patients with ongoing care needs to promote speedy recovery.
Volunteer Worker
Castle Motors
Chinnor, Oxfordshire
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Completed relevant training and proactively sought further information.
- Achieved vehicle functionality and longevity through proactive maintenance.
- Handled heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.
- Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various equipment models.
- Protected against accidents by carefully handling tools and chemicals.
- Used automated testing methods to carefully diagnose vehicle faults.
- Repaired brakes and changed fluids to deliver safe vehicles.
- Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large vehicles.
- Performed targeted troubleshooting and diagnostics, quickly remedying mechanical issues.
- Welded bodywork to create pristine finished products.
- Assembled mechanical components following specifications.
Student Nurse
Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
02.2020 - 09.2023
- Built clinical knowledge and leadership skills to effectively diagnose patients.
- Built positive rapport with patients from various backgrounds.
- Proactively applied safeguarding principles to maximise patient safety.
- Gained understanding of health inequalities affecting disadvantaged and vulnerable people.
- Completed theoretical and practical studies in BSc Adult Nursing Degree
- Gained variety of experience working in both hyper acute and primary care areas such as ITU / A&E / ARCU / Palliative Care / Community Nursing
Health Care Assistant - Emergency Department
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
Harrow on the Hill, Harrow
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Ensured patient safety by constantly monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting changes to doctors and senior nursing staff.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing clear, effective post-care instructions.
- Provided emergency nursing care 46 bed department, attending to patients each shift.
- Safely transferred patients between department areas.
- Guaranteed a safe environment for patients, applying infection control techniques across all tasks.
- Improved patient outcomes by performing triage, assessing patient conditions and initiating emergency treatment when necessary.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
Prison Officer / Tornado Officer
Her Majesty's Prison Service
Various , Various
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Performed internal and external escort duties of prisoners with meticulous attention to detail to avoid incidents.
- Supported offenders with rehabilitation programs for positive prisoner outcomes and optimum public safety.
- Supported offender development programs, encouraging participation in educational activities to promote positive outcomes upon release.
- Understood underlying security issues within designated working areas, successfully managing issues.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of all rules, policies and laws that governPrison Officer practice.
- Acted as professional role model to other staff and those within prison care.
- Established meaningful working relationships to encourage positive approach to rehabilitation and personal development.
- Expertly communicated with people from diverse backgrounds to provide best-possible safe, secure prison care.
- Kept accurate and timely data in prisoner records and carried out other administrative duties.
- Identified vulnerable people in custody and handled instances of self-harmin accordance with SPS Talk To Me protocols.
- Performed thorough searches of prisoners and cells to reduce contraband items.
- Received, inducted and discharged prisoners following established procedures.
- Diligently supervised prisoners throughout shifts including during meal times, recreation periods, sport and work assignments.
- Resolved incidents calmly, maintaining best-possible safety and security of prison staff and offenders.
- Built respectful but assertive relationships with prisoners, utilising innate negotiation abilities to maintain peace and promote positive environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe 02.2020 - 08.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Access to Nursing and Midwifery
West Herts College
Watford 09.2018 - 07.2019
GCSEs - Functional Skills - LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS
West Herts College
WatfordGCSEs - English
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipGCSEs - Science
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipGCSEs - Geography
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipGCSEs - Religious Education
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipGCSEs - German Foreign Language
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipGCSEs - Information Technology DOUBLE GCSE
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipGCSEs - Additional Science
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
RuislipSkills
- Fluid level testing
- Parts oiling and greasing
- Tyre repairs
- Battery testing
- Problem solving
- Vehicle inspections
- Safety procedure compliance
- Safety awareness
- Preventive maintenance
- Inspection skills
- Hand and power tools
- Service-oriented mindset
- Organised nature
- Documentation
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
District Nurse
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
09.2024 - Current
Volunteer Worker
Castle Motors
02.2023 - 06.2024
Community Staff Nurse *Band 4*
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
06.2020 - 09.2024
Student Nurse
Buckinghamshire New University
02.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Buckinghamshire New University
02.2020 - 08.2024
Health Care Assistant - Emergency Department
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
09.2018 - 01.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Access to Nursing and Midwifery
West Herts College
09.2018 - 07.2019
Prison Officer / Tornado Officer
Her Majesty's Prison Service
01.2016 - 09.2018
GCSEs - Functional Skills - LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS
West Herts College
GCSEs - English
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
GCSEs - Science
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
GCSEs - Geography
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
GCSEs - Religious Education
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
GCSEs - German Foreign Language
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
GCSEs - Information Technology DOUBLE GCSE
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School
GCSEs - Additional Science
Bishop Ramsey Church of England School