Michelle Folwell
Northampton,Northamptonshire
Summary
Enthusiastic Senior Staff Nurse with thirty two years of experience. Secures team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisation. Dynamic
professional with a strong foundation in interdisciplinary collaboration and clinical assessment, dedicated to advancing health promotion initiatives. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and team leadership, ensuring quality assurance and resourcefulness in all projects. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive impactful healthcare solutions and foster collaborative environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CHC Nurse Practitioner
Arden and Gem
Kettering, Northamptonshire
10.2023 - Current
- To undertake Specialist Health Needs assessments for individuals who are undergoing assessment for, or who are already eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS Funded Nursing Care.
- To work with the individual and/or their representative, and to liaise with private providers, partner organisations, along with other health and social care professionals to ensure that all assessments are person centred.
- To work flexibly to support the Individualised Commissioning team by participating in the 'Duty' rota, supporting with any urgent referrals or any safeguarding investigations.
District nurse
Northamptonshire Healthcare foundation Trust
Northampton, Northamptonshire
08.2014 - 10.2023
- Coordinated with healthcare teams for holistic patient treatment.
- Assessed patient's health condition, aiding in accurate diagnosis.
- Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.
- Provided wound care, medication management and health promotion to patients receiving at-home care.
- Assisted patients with ongoing care needs to promote speedy recovery.
- Carried out routine check-ups, monitoring general health status regularly.
- Educated patients, promoting better understanding of their conditions.
- Supported palliative care patients, enhancing their quality of life.
- Worked closely with families to provide support during difficult times.
- Demonstrated compassionate care in dealing with terminally ill patients.
- Achieved optimal pain management with effective use of medications.
- Collaborated with GPs to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
- Implemented, monitored and maintained high standards of care.
- Contributed to holistic planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality patient care.
- Prioritised dignity and compassion to provide highly regarded end-of-life care.
- Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
- Delegated duties efficiently amongst nursing team members for smooth workflow.
Orthopaedic Staff Nurse
Northampton General Hospital
Northampton, Northamptonshire
08.1998 - 08.2014
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Facilitated the recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- obtaining blood and other samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
Staff Nurse
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Northampton , Northamptonshire
06.1995 - 08.1998
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Facilitated the care of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
Education
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
Charles Frears School of Nursing
Leicester 09.1989 - 03.1993
ENB 913 - Care and Rehabilitation of Physically Disabled People
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth 09.1996 - 03.1997
ENB 997/998 - Teaching and Assessing in Clinical Practice
Luton University
Luton 01.1998 - 06.1998
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma of Higher Education in Professional Practice
Luton University
Luton 03.2000 - 09.2000
ENB 219 - Orthopaedic Nursing
Luton University
Luton 05.2000 - 05.2001
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical assessment
- Health promotion
- Communication skills
- Team Leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Resourcefulness
Timeline
CHC Nurse Practitioner
Arden and Gem
10.2023 - Current
District nurse
Northamptonshire Healthcare foundation Trust
08.2014 - 10.2023
ENB 219 - Orthopaedic Nursing
Luton University
05.2000 - 05.2001
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma of Higher Education in Professional Practice
Luton University
03.2000 - 09.2000
Orthopaedic Staff Nurse
Northampton General Hospital
08.1998 - 08.2014
ENB 997/998 - Teaching and Assessing in Clinical Practice
Luton University
01.1998 - 06.1998
ENB 913 - Care and Rehabilitation of Physically Disabled People
Bournemouth University
09.1996 - 03.1997
Staff Nurse
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
06.1995 - 08.1998
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
Charles Frears School of Nursing
09.1989 - 03.1993
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