Monika Kusnierczak
Andover,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in palliative care, rehabilitation guidance, and postoperative care. Demonstrates strong patient empathy and a commitment to confidentiality, ensuring high-quality neurological physiotherapy and geriatric care. Utilises a holistic approach to address complex health challenges, consistently acting as an enthusiastic problem-solver.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Community Physiotherapist
NHS Berkshire Trust, Hillcroft House RG18 3HR
Thatcham, West Berkshire
12.2020 - Current
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs to develop tailored rehabilitation programmes in Pathway as: Reablement Service, 2 Day Urgent Care, Falls, JCP, EOL, Palliative Care and Community Physiotherapy.
- Treated patients with neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, offering comprehensive care to meet needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on physiotherapy techniques and self-management strategies by creating Therapy plans and Risk Ax for individuals.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve service delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Supervised junior physiotherapists, students and support staff to ensure high standards of care.
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritising tasks to meet patient needs and deadlines.
- Improved patient mobility by employing variety of physiotherapy techniques and installing relevant equipment for rehab.
- Provided thorough patient care, meeting recognised clinical standards for continued safe practice and creating Safeguarding records when necessary.
Senior Community Physiotherapist - secondment
NHS Berkshire Trust, Hillcroft House, RG18 3HR
Thatcham, West Berkshire
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Led multidisciplinary team meetings in number of 15th to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Mentored junior physiotherapists and support staff to improve clinical practices and knowledge.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and establish treatment goals.
- Handled urgent cases effectively under pressure, providing immediate relief from acute pain symptoms.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to evaluate complex cases and address innovative treatments.
Junior Community Physiotherapist
NHS Hampshire Trust, SP10 3LB
Andover War Memorial Hospital , Hampshire
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed tailored rehabilitation programmes to enhance patient mobility and independence.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical needs and progress throughout therapy.
- Educated patients and their families on injury prevention and management strategies for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored and documented patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on individual responses to therapy.
- Managing caseload of 25 patients.
Multidisciplinary Therapy Assistant
NHS Berkshire Trust, Hillcroft House, RG18 3HR
Thatcham, West Berkshire
05.2010 - 06.2020
- Assisted therapists in implementing personalised treatment plans for clients.
- Supported multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
- Communicated effectively with clients to ensure comfort and understanding during sessions.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate records to support ongoing therapy and managed caseload of 8 patients daily.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities to enhance their physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Utilised specialist equipment during therapeutic sessions, enhancing patient experience.
Support Care Worker for disability patient
NHS Hampshire Trust, Peach Cottage, RG26 4JH
Tadley, Hampshire
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities ensuring their comfort and well-being, had 6 patients to look for.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Implemented tailored care plans to meet individual needs enhancing quality of life.
- Educated clients and families on disability resources promoting independence and self-advocacy.
- Promoted patient independence through encouragement and guidance in performing tasks.
Community healthcare support worker
Basing Care agency, RG22 4AT
Basingstoke, Hampshire
05.2006 - 08.2007
- Provided comprehensive support to clients by assisting with daily living activities and personal care, daily caseload of 10 patients.
- Developed and maintained trusting relationships with clients to enhance their emotional and social well-being.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure clients received appropriate medical care and interventions.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported significant changes to relevant healthcare practitioners.
Physiotherapy Team Lead
Poland, Orthopaedic Clinic, 63-400
Ostrow Wlkp , wilekopolska
01.2005 - 05.2006
- Assessed patient conditions and developed tailored physiotherapy treatment plans.
- Provided hands-on physiotherapy interventions to improve mobility and alleviate pain.
- Educated patients on injury prevention techniques and self-management strategies.
- Recommended changes to clinical protocols and guidelines to improve service delivery.
- Addressed inherent risks in patient recovery plans, helping patients regain motor function.
- Managed scheduling and allocation of resources to optimise patient care and team efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow to reduce patient waiting times.
- Managed scheduling of staff shifts to maintain adequate coverage whilst ensuring work-life balance for team members ) manged team of 8 people)
Senior physiotherapist
LD Centre, 63-460
Skalmierzyce, Poland , wielkopolska
05.2004 - 12.2004
- Provided comprehensive assessments and treatment plans to optimise patient recovery and rehabilitation (managed 25 Service Users)
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive patient care and recovery strategies.
- Mentored junior physiotherapists and support staff, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based protocols to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
- Promoted health awareness amongst patients, resulting in better lifestyle choices.
Junior physiotherapist
SPA Medical Practice and Rehabilitation, 87-720
Ciechocinek, Poland , Kujawsko - Pomorskie
06.2002 - 01.2004
- Assessed patient conditions to develop tailored rehabilitation plans - daily caseload of 12 patients.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and pain management techniques.
- Regular rotation between wards such as: MSK, Hydrotherapy, Respiratory, Neurology and Elderly People Treatments.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Physiotherapy
Therapy Assistant Development Program
UK, Oxford Brooks 01.2010 - 01.2012
GCSEs - English
Basingstoke College of Technology
Basingstoke, Hampshire 09.2009 - 06.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Social Care
BCOT
Tadley 01.2008 - 01.2009
Higher National Diploma - Manual Therapy course – examination and treatment: upper/lower, spine and pelvic.
Manual Therapy Institute
Poland, Warsaw 01.2003 - 01.2005
Master Degree - Physiotherapy
Academy of Physical Education
Poland.Poznan 09.1996 - 06.2002
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Secondary Comprehensive School
Poland, Ostow Wilekopolski 09.1992 - 06.1996
Skills
- Palliative care experience
- Rehabilitation guidance
- Postoperative care knowledge
- Patient empathy
- Respect for confidentiality
- Neurological physiotherapy
- Geriatric care capability
- Holistic approach
- Enthusiastic problem-solver
Websites
Affiliations
- jogging and movies
Certification
2004 Aqua Aerobic training
2003 Basic PNF course
2002 Lifeguard degree
Languages
Polish
Fluent
Timeline
Senior Community Physiotherapist - secondment
NHS Berkshire Trust, Hillcroft House, RG18 3HR
07.2023 - 12.2023
Senior Community Physiotherapist
NHS Berkshire Trust, Hillcroft House RG18 3HR
12.2020 - Current
Junior Community Physiotherapist
NHS Hampshire Trust, SP10 3LB
06.2020 - 12.2020
Multidisciplinary Therapy Assistant
NHS Berkshire Trust, Hillcroft House, RG18 3HR
05.2010 - 06.2020
NVQ Level 4 - Physiotherapy
Therapy Assistant Development Program
01.2010 - 01.2012
GCSEs - English
Basingstoke College of Technology
09.2009 - 06.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Social Care
BCOT
01.2008 - 01.2009
Support Care Worker for disability patient
NHS Hampshire Trust, Peach Cottage, RG26 4JH
08.2007 - 05.2010
Community healthcare support worker
Basing Care agency, RG22 4AT
05.2006 - 08.2007
Physiotherapy Team Lead
Poland, Orthopaedic Clinic, 63-400
01.2005 - 05.2006
Senior physiotherapist
LD Centre, 63-460
05.2004 - 12.2004
Higher National Diploma - Manual Therapy course – examination and treatment: upper/lower, spine and pelvic.
Manual Therapy Institute
01.2003 - 01.2005
Junior physiotherapist
SPA Medical Practice and Rehabilitation, 87-720
06.2002 - 01.2004
Master Degree - Physiotherapy
Academy of Physical Education
09.1996 - 06.2002
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Secondary Comprehensive School
09.1992 - 06.1996