Michelle Venganayi-Gudza
London,City of London
Summary
Compassionate and caring individual with over 20 years of experience with skills in patient care and nursing support in various clinical settings, coupled with strong interpersonal communication. Proficient in managing patient needs and providing emotional support to improve overall wellbeing. Dedicated to making positive impact on patients' lives through attentive and personalised care. Shows strong commitment to mentorship and continuous professional development, enhancing team capabilities and patient satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Private nurse
Private Family
London, City of London
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct routine checks on medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Offer guidance on exercises designed by physiotherapists leading to improved mobility.
- Provide high-quality patient care, resulting in improved patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Educate patient and family on health management, fostering adherence to treatment plans and promoting long-term wellness.
- Coordinate appointments for consultations or treatments, ensuring continuity of care.
- Deal with emergencies with calm and composure.
Bank Staff Nurse
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London, City of London
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Facilitated smooth discharge process by liaising with other healthcare providers and family members.
- Upheld privacy and dignity of patients during care provision at all times.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing top-notch nursing care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Delivered pre-operative care to patients scheduled for surgery, preparing them physically and emotionally.
- Managed emergency situations efficiently, reducing risk for patients and staff alike.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Supervised junior staff efficiently leading to an improved working atmosphere.
- Maintained open lines of communication between patients' families and healthcare professionals which ensured transparency in treatment procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient care.
- Educated patients and carers on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills whilst handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, maintaining calm under pressure.
Paediatric Nutrition Clinical Nurse Specialist
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London, London
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed a caseload of 18 HPN patients.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills in managing challenging healthcare situations effectively.
- Addressed critical health emergencies promptly, preventing further complications.
- Utilised advanced medical equipment proficiently for efficient patient care delivery.
- Assisted in complex medical procedures, ensuring optimal results were achieved.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on nursing best practices through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to confidentiality and data security protocols.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
Bank staff nurse
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Complied with national and local infection control protocols, minimising spread of diseases within the wards.
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care plans.
- Participated actively in audits aimed at improving quality standards of nursing care offered at the bank clinic.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Administered medication and treatments for pain management and symptom control in accordance with NMC and organisational guidelines.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Supervised junior staff efficiently leading to an improved working atmosphere.
- Reviewed and updated patient records accurately for enhanced treatment protocols.
- Maintained open lines of communication between patients' families and healthcare professionals which ensured transparency in treatment procedures.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
Maternity nurse/Nanny
Private Family
Morocco
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Provided expert care to newborns, ensuring their optimal health and well-being.
- Established healthy sleeping routines for babies, fostering a peaceful home environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of weaning babies onto solids at appropriate age stages according to paediatric recommendations.
- Educated family members about SIDS prevention methods, contributing to the safety of the baby whilst sleeping.
- Ensured cleanliness of infant's surroundings by regularly disinfecting toys, sterilising bottles and changing nappies promptly.
- Managed emergencies swiftly – knew exactly who contact in case sudden illness or other critical situations occurred.
- Monitored infant growth and developmental milestones, reporting any concerns to healthcare providers.
- Assisted new mothers in understanding and caring for their infants, promoting maternal confidence.
- Developed engaging activities tailored to developmental milestones, fostering substantial growth in cognitive and physical skills.
Paediatric Gastroenterlogy CNS Band 7
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London, City of London
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently by providing clinical nurse specialist services and multidisciplinary ward rounds to ensure the safe and appropriate management of care.
- Preparing and delivering regular gastroenterology education sessions for carers, nursing staff and junior doctors.
- Training parents and approved guardians to care for CVC's at home and at schools.
- Training guardians and parents to administer HPN in the community.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Oversaw junior nurses' work offering guidance where necessary.
- Participated in regular skills training sessions to stay updated with current best practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing services, enhancing regulatory compliance.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures for seamless medical process.
- Responsible for my own CPD in line with NMC guidelines.
Senior Staff nurse Band 6
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London, City of London
09.2006 - 05.2015
- Administered medication as prescribed by physicians, maintaining optimal patient health status.
- Collaborated with doctors for devising personalised patient treatment plans.
- Participated in hospital-wide infection control initiatives, contributing to a safer environment.
- Ensured high standards of hygiene within the ward, promoting a clean environment for recovery.
- Provided expert clinical advice to junior nurses, fostering professional growth.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities early on.
- Reviewed and updated patient records accurately for enhanced treatment protocols.
- Conducted regular health assessments, ensuring timely intervention when required.
- Carrying out clinical observationsand nursing care of patients with CVC's, PICC lines, Portacaths, PEG's, JEJ's and other devices.
- In charge of student nurses and newly qualified nurses allocating mentors and preceptors for enhanced learning on the wards.
Paediatric staff nurse
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London, City of London
10.2002 - 08.2006
- Admission of patients from A&E for further care and investigations.
- Performed physical assessments of paediatric patients, providing crucial data for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of common childhood illnesses, promoting faster recovery times.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control as per NMC and local hospital guidelines and protocols.
- Experienced in paediatric special areas of surgical, general and day cases. I also looked after children on BIPAP and CPAP.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Experience of working in HDU, Day case ward and adoloscents wards.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Supporting Learners in the Clinical Environment (SLICE)
Thames Valley University
London 09.2005 - 05.2006
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Thames Valley University
London 09.1999 - 09.2002
Skills
- Paediatric nursing
- Patient assessment
- Clinical nursing
- Intravenous therapy management
- Strong ethical principles
- Time management
- Communication with multidisciplinary team
- Mentorship
- TPN administration
- Basic life support
- Infection Control
Affiliations
- Reading
- Travel
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private nurse
Private Family
09.2024 - Current
Bank Staff Nurse
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
04.2020 - 08.2024
Paediatric Nutrition Clinical Nurse Specialist
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2020
Bank staff nurse
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
09.2018 - 10.2018
Maternity nurse/Nanny
Private Family
10.2016 - 08.2018
Paediatric Gastroenterlogy CNS Band 7
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
05.2015 - 09.2016
Senior Staff nurse Band 6
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
09.2006 - 05.2015
Certificate of Higher Education - Supporting Learners in the Clinical Environment (SLICE)
Thames Valley University
09.2005 - 05.2006
Paediatric staff nurse
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
10.2002 - 08.2006
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Thames Valley University
09.1999 - 09.2002
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