Paulina Quainoo
Selston ,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in IV management, pharmacology, and blood transfusion protocols. Demonstrates proficiency in palliative care, post-operative recovery aid, and falls risk identification. Skilled in operating medical equipment, oxygen administration, and surgical preparation. Committed to delivering compassionate patient-centred care through evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration. Adept at acute and critical care, chronic wound care, and ensuring patient confidentiality. Career goal: to continually enhance clinical skills and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Compassionate individual with strong foundation in healthcare principles seeks to bring exceptional patient care and communication skills to nursing role. Proficient in managing medical records and administering medication, demonstrating adaptability and empathy. Aims to contribute significantly to patient recovery and wellbeing in supportive environment.
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bank Adult Nurse
Sherwood Forest Hospital
Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
07.2019 - Current
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner.
- Drafted detailed patient reports to facilitate informed medical decisions by doctors.
- Enhanced overall health of patients with regular monitoring and adjustments in treatment plans.
- Assisted in complex medical procedures, ensuring success without complications.
- Alleviated patient distress through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices amongst patients, resulting in improved health indicators.
- Ensured smooth hospital operations through effective coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care services.
- Maintained sterile environment for reduced infection rates.
- Implemented individualised nursing care plans, resulting in optimised healing processes.
- Managed care for patients with chronic conditions, enhancing their quality of life.
- Prioritised tasks effectively under pressure, ensuring seamless delivery of nursing services at all times.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
CCU Adult Nurse
Sherwood Forest Hospitals
Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
12.2018 - 01.2023
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner.
- Alleviated patient distress through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Ensured timely treatment to patients by managing strict schedules.
- Conducted thorough health assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Administered injections and medications for swift recovery.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for improved patient outcomes.
- Prioritised tasks effectively under pressure, ensuring seamless delivery of nursing services at all times.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices amongst patients, resulting in improved health indicators.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing
University of Derby
Derby 09.2015 - 09.2018
Skills
- IV management
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Blood transfusion protocols
- Palliative care expertise
- Post-Operative recovery aid
- Falls risk identification
- Medical equipment operation
- Oxygen administration
- Communication with family members
- Surgical preparation
- End-Of-Life care assistance
- Medication Administration
- Clinical procedure preparations
- Patient-centred care
- Patient-centred approach
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Acute and critical care
- Compassionate care
- Patient confidentiality
- Chronic wound care
- Pre- and post-operation care
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
Russian
Upper intermediate
German
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Bank Adult Nurse
Sherwood Forest Hospital
07.2019 - Current
CCU Adult Nurse
Sherwood Forest Hospitals
12.2018 - 01.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing
University of Derby
09.2015 - 09.2018
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