Oriana Mgwadlamba
Ipswich,Suffolk
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse in the care of the Elderly with 23 years of experience of work in the UK. Am highly skilled in delivering good patient care formulating and implementing individualized care plans according to their needs. A focused proactive person able to adapt to a variety of tasks. Able to operate in pressure environments without sacrificing quality of care. Able to build positive relationships with colleagues patients and their families whilst rendering the highest standard of care expected. Accomplished RGN with 40 years of experience. Handles high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Able to operate in high-pressure environments to best meet patient needs.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Registered Nurse Nights
Elizabeth Finn Homes, Grove Court
Woodbridge, Suffolk
02.2019 - 10.2025
- Provided compassionate care to between 21 to 42 residents at times during night shifts ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to identify any changes in health status.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement personalised care plans for residents.
- Delivered high-quality patient care through meticulous monitoring of vital signs and medication administration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored care plans for residents.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations whilst maintaining clean and safe environment.
Registered nurse
Mill Lane Care Home
Felixstowe, Suffolk
08.2011 - 01.2019
- Delivered compassionate care to patients numbering up to 24 whilst monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and their families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge instructions.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and organisational policies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions, identifying changes and responding promptly to needs.
- Managed patient documentation and records accurately, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and families to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring safe and hygienic environment for all residents.
Registered nurse
The Orwell Care Home
Wherstead, Suffolk
05.2004 - 08.2011
- Administered comprehensive patient care, for 30 residents ensuring adherence to established protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored care plans for residents.
- Conducted assessments to monitor patient conditions, documenting changes and responding promptly to needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies during routine interactions.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to safe and hygienic environment for residents.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance care delivery.
Education
B.A. Curationis - Nursing (Community Health and Nursing Education)
University of South Africa ( Part-time)
South Africa 01.1983 - 05.1988
Diploma in General Nursing - General Nursing
HF Verwoerd Hospital
Pretoria, South Africa 08.1972 - 08.1975
Skills
-Care of elderly residents -1Nutritional care, weekly and monthly weighing -using MUST scales Referrals to dieticians if necessary Monitoring weight for all residents and ensuring diet plans are adhered to in order to improve health with team members 2Prevention of pressure ulcers and wound care and injuries, doing dressings as needed or prescribed and referrals to hospital as necessary 3 Infection control including hand-washing, prevention of cross-infection and treatment 4Mental health care needs including Dementia, giving medication as prescribed to all related mental conditions 5 Medication giving according to protocols 6 Adhering to NMC regulations in giving all care 7 Pain management as prescribed by GP and end-of-life care including usage of Syringe-driver 8 Care plans and ensuring adherence to or editing as necessary 9 Keeping up to date with on-line prescribed courses and attending training for fire, wound care, and applying these to care rendered according to company rules 10 Ensuring adherence to company protocols and reading of notices and complying with changes 11Ensuring good team work is adhered to
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Catheterisation
Emergency protocols
Prioritising patient needs
Adapting to changing situations
Healthcare law familiarity
Timeline
Registered Nurse Nights
Elizabeth Finn Homes, Grove Court
02.2019 - 10.2025
Registered nurse
Mill Lane Care Home
08.2011 - 01.2019
Registered nurse
The Orwell Care Home
05.2004 - 08.2011
B.A. Curationis - Nursing (Community Health and Nursing Education)
University of South Africa ( Part-time)
01.1983 - 05.1988
Diploma in General Nursing - General Nursing
HF Verwoerd Hospital
08.1972 - 08.1975