Megan Farrow
Chester-le-Street,Durham
Summary
Third-year student nurse due to qualify in September 2026 (predicted 2:1), with 2,300+ hours of clinical experience. Developed strong skills in assessment, safeguarding, and managing patients with complex physical and mental health needs. Resilient, adaptable, and committed to delivering safe, patient-centered care within secure and challenging environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Healthcare Support Worker
Spectrum CIC
Durham, County Durham
2022.10 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients during distressing and vulnerable periods, maintaining professional boundaries.
- Supported the implementation of individualised care plans in collaboration with nursing staff.
- Worked effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, patient-centred care.
- Monitored and recorded patients’ vital signs, escalating early warning scores promptly to the nurse in charge to prevent clinical deterioration.
- Performed clinical tasks including venepuncture and ECGs, following appropriate protocols.
- Maintained strict adherence to security procedures, confidentiality, and safeguarding standards within a secure environment.
Barista
Costa Coffee
Newcastle upon Tyne
2017.11 - 2022.10
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment, communicating effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
- Demonstrated the ability to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
- Worked collaboratively within a team to ensure efficient service and positive customer experiences.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene, safety, and attention to detail
- Handled challenging situations and complaints with professionalism and empathy.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Nursing Science - Adult Nursing
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne 2023.08 - 2026.08
NVQ Cache Level 3 - Health and Social Care
New College Durham
County Durham 2017.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs - Maths
New College Durham
DurhamGCSEs - English
Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy
GatesheadSkills
- Comprehensive patient assessment and delivery of evidence-based care in primary care settings
- Recognition and escalation of clinical deterioration, including effective risk assessment
- Experience supporting individuals with complex physical, mental health, and social care needs
- Strong multidisciplinary team working, collaborating with healthcare, mental health, and wider agencies
- Effective prioritisation in unpredictable and high-pressure situations
- Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional accountability within secure environments
- Competence in a range of clinical skills including observations, ECGs, venepuncture, and basic interventions
- Accurate documentation and understanding of clinical governance and quality standards
Timeline
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Nursing Science - Adult Nursing
Northumbria University
2023.08 - 2026.08
Healthcare Support Worker
Spectrum CIC
2022.10 - Current
Barista
Costa Coffee
2017.11 - 2022.10
NVQ Cache Level 3 - Health and Social Care
New College Durham
2017.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs - Maths
New College Durham
GCSEs - English
Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy