Raynette Diaz
CARSHALTON,Surrey
Summary
A conscientious and professional midwife with experience in supporting women in Labour, postnatally in the community setting and antenatally with regards to clients' first booking interview, clinics and caring for clients in the maternal assessment unit. At present and prior to starting a family my position was working on the labour ward, triage along with the diabetic clinic. In the past I worked full time for a previous trust and was exposed to Prison midwifery, working on delivery suite, postnatal ward, antenatal alongside transitional care.
Compassionate Midwife delivering personalised intrapartum and postnatal care plans for women and families. Builds rapport quickly to develop positive, productive maternity departments. Works diligently with precision for safe, reliable assessments and support.
Hard-working midwife with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Organised and dependable midwife with 18 years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Motivated midwife with 18 years of experience, recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.
Reliable midwife with 18 industry experience. Offers excellent communication and good judgment to effectively meet team needs. Proactive planner and problem solver.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Band 6 midwife clinic and Delivery suite
Queen Charlottes and Chelsea
London
02.2018 - 03.2025
- Company Overview: Imperial NHS Trust
- Current responsibilities entails ensuring clients are well received when booked at the hospital for midwifery care
- Ensuring that the information shared is up to date and the client understands how her midwifery needs will be met
- Although my practice is no longer supported by supervisor of midwives, I still have to approach my care in a protective stance ensuring that the care I give is evidence based and current as according to the NMC standards
- My practice holds me accountable to women and children whom may present with any problem
- I am accountable in escalating these concerns to the appropriate health professional
- I'm also responsible in keeping abreast with the latest research and training in order to keep my practice up to date
- Imperial NHS Trust
- Ensured successful delivery by providing expert prenatal care and support.
- Provided emotional support for reduced stress during labour.
- Managed health complications with timely interventions to ensure mother and baby's safety.
- Administered medications, resulting in effective pain management during labour.
- Conducted antenatal classes for informed decisions about birth plans.
Band 6 Midwife working in Antenatal Clinic
Epsom and St Helier
, Surrey
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Previous experience in the community, postnatal and delivery suite
- Ensured successful delivery by providing expert prenatal care and support.
- Managed health complications with timely interventions to ensure mother and baby's safety.
- Developed individualised care plans by thorough assessment of patients' needs and concerns.
- Educated families on newborn care, contributing to confident parenting skills.
- Provided family planning advice leading to informed reproductive choices.
- Identified high risk pregnancies, working closely with health care professionals for continued health and safety of mother and child.
- Provided care to pregnant women in homes, clinics and hospitals.
- Trained junior colleagues while educating self about recent developments in midwifery.
- Wrote patient care plans after assessing and monitoring expectant mothers and developing fetuses.
- Advised and supported parents after miscarriage, termination and stillbirth.
- Conducted parenting classes, clinical examinations and screenings for accurate antenatal care.
- Advised women on pregnancy nutrition to maintain good health in mums and babies.
- Identified high-risk pregnancies and senior staff for appropriate treatment, preventing further complications.
- Listened actively to clients with non-judgemental approach, applied knowledge of cultural backgrounds and adapted communicating style to suit individuals.
- Monitored pregnancy progress to quickly identify prenatal health risks and concerns.
- Planned appropriate prenatal and postnatal care packages for parents and babies.
Agency work
Chelsea and Westminster, St Peters hospital
08.2008 - 01.2009
- Completed agency work til permanent employment
Band 6 Midwife working in the community
Whittington Hospital
Islington, London
09.2005 - 08.2008
- Prison midwifery, delivery suite and eventually in transitional care
- Ensured successful delivery by providing expert prenatal care and support.
- Coordinated with a team of healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
- Offered postnatal advice, promoting healthy recovery and breastfeeding practices.
- Provided care to pregnant women in homes, clinics and hospitals.
- Dealt professionally and emphatically with emotionally charged situations with care.
Grade D Nurse Bank
Whittington hospital
11.2004 - 07.2008
- Medical admission unit, CCU, Surgical ward and woman's health ward
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Managed ward supplies for seamless healthcare delivery.
- Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for smooth transition from hospital to home environment.
- Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- Conducted triage in accident and emergency department for effective patient management.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
Student Midwife
Middlesex University
05.2003 - 06.2005
- Company Overview: Whittington Hospital base
- Placements in community, prison, postnatal, clinic, home births etc
- Whittington Hospital base
Staff nurse Grade D
Whittington hospital
03.2002 - 05.2003
- Medical Admissions unit
Health Care Assistant
BNA Nursing agency
02.2000 - 03.2001
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
Health Care Assistant
Services for the aged (SAGE)
11.1999 - 02.2001
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
Education
Diploma (HE) - Nursing
Middlesex University
01.1999 - 02.2002
DEGREE (HONS) - Midwifery
Middlesex University
02.2003 - 09.2005
A-levels - General Paper, Biology, Mathematics, Geography
St Joseph Convent
Trinidad and Tobago 09.1994 - 09.1996
CXCs - GCSES subject equivalants
St Joseph Convent
San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago /1989 - /1994
Skills
- Mentorship
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Access
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Acute communication skills
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Moving and handling
- CPR (adult)
- Information governance
- Infection control
- Fire safety
- Cardiotocograph interpretation
- Child protection level 3
- Safeguarding adults
- Conflict resolution
- Examination of the Newborn
- Self-directed information courses
- Diabetes knowledge
- Phlebotomy
- Training and Development
- Point of care testing (POCT)
- Nutrition
- Antenatal Screenings
- Pregnancy management
- Antenatal and postnatal care
- Venipuncture
- Observation monitoring
- Labour support
- Drug administration
- Birth plans
- Patient advocacy
- Administering drugs
- Obstetric care provision
- Newborn screenings
- Breastfeeding support
- Clinical examinations
- Home birth
- Critical incident reporting
- Public health education
- Compassionate
- Compassionate communication
- Confidentiality
- Continuity of care
- Patient-centred care
- Able to use initiative
- Infant feeding
- Health promotion
- Intrapartum care
- Professionalism
- Patient
- Knowledgeable in nursing
- Water births
- Clinical support
- Breastfeeding techniques
- Midwifery
- Professional bedside manner
- Clinical care
- Birthing support
- Infection control protocols
- Home births
- Pain management
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Calm under pressure
- Safeguarding compliance and enforcement
Custom
I love to engage in books and enjoy watching documentaries and furthering my knowledge in midwifery care.
Affiliations
- reading , reviewing books , online courses, agriculture
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Band 6 midwife clinic and Delivery suite
Queen Charlottes and Chelsea
02.2018 - 03.2025
Band 6 Midwife working in Antenatal Clinic
Epsom and St Helier
01.2009 - 01.2018
Agency work
Chelsea and Westminster, St Peters hospital
08.2008 - 01.2009
Band 6 Midwife working in the community
Whittington Hospital
09.2005 - 08.2008
Grade D Nurse Bank
Whittington hospital
11.2004 - 07.2008
Student Midwife
Middlesex University
05.2003 - 06.2005
DEGREE (HONS) - Midwifery
Middlesex University
02.2003 - 09.2005
Staff nurse Grade D
Whittington hospital
03.2002 - 05.2003
Health Care Assistant
BNA Nursing agency
02.2000 - 03.2001
Health Care Assistant
Services for the aged (SAGE)
11.1999 - 02.2001
Diploma (HE) - Nursing
Middlesex University
01.1999 - 02.2002
A-levels - General Paper, Biology, Mathematics, Geography
St Joseph Convent
09.1994 - 09.1996
CXCs - GCSES subject equivalants
St Joseph Convent
/1989 - /1994
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