I am a dedicated professional with comprehensive training in mental health and neurodiversity, including expertise in learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, and personality disorders. Demonstrates proficiency in suicide prevention and mental health first aid, complemented by leadership skills as a safeguarding lead and moving and handling lead trainer. Committed to maintaining up-to-date mandatory training expanding my CPD, with a focus on enhancing mental health awareness and support within diverse environments.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address biopsychosocial needs of patients with mental health issues.
Forged partnerships between primary care, specialist services, and social care to facilitate seamless service transitions.
Operated autonomously, accepting direct bookings from various staff across the primary care network.
Established relationships with GPs, pharmacists, and physiotherapists to enhance community healthcare delivery.
Cultivated a positive culture around mental health and psychiatric conditions in daily practice. Performed psychosocial assessments addressing a range of mental health issues effectively. Implemented a variety of clinical skills and psychosocial interventions aligned with NIMHE, NICE, and NHS standards. Delivered expert consultation-liaison services to guide clinical teams on patient management. Supported formulation of care plans for patients exhibiting complex mental health requirements. Established protocols for treating and referring individuals with mental ill health per policy guidelines. Coordinated timely referrals to relevant agencies, ensuring adherence to recovery model principles.
Promoted positive, supportive culture regarding mental ill health and psychiatric illness daily.
Conducted psychosocial assessments for patients with diverse mental health conditions.
Employed advanced risk assessment and management skills in evaluations.
Delivered clinical skills and psychosocial interventions per NIMHE, NICE, and NHS guidelines.
Provided comprehensive mental health consultation-liaison services to clinical teams.
Advised on appropriate management of individuals referred by clinical teams clearly and concisely.
Facilitated learning and development of student nurses via assessments and constructive feedback.
Adhered to KMPT policies while implementing effective nursing strategies.
Served as safeguarding lead by identifying and addressing concerns during monthly meetings.
Ensured patient safety through rigorous risk management and thorough incident reporting.
Provided comprehensive care including education, medication management, and patient support.
Supervised team members, managed workloads effectively, and performed clinical duties as required.
Achieved compliance with NMC student nursing guidelines to enhance academic and practical competencies.
Effectively navigated dual roles as health care support worker and student nurse.
Ensured completion of all programme requirements through effective time management.
Collaborated with mentor and line manager to establish learning and working days.
Updated mentor and line manager on progress throughout the training programme.
Utilised prior healthcare experience to improve knowledge base and professional conduct as a student nurse.
Implemented therapeutic care plans for patients with precision and consistency.
Promoted patient independence through support in health management and daily activities.
Assisted patients in recognising health as a beneficial element in their lives.
Identified and addressed factors impacting health and wellbeing, ensuring preventive measures were in place.
Encouraged patient participation in decision-making aligned with personal beliefs.
Executed planned activities according to care agreements and compliance with regulations.
Documented all undertaken activities, reporting issues encountered to the healthcare team.
Facilitated health promotion initiatives, focusing on mobility and daily living skills.
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) training
Autism Awareness training
KUF Awareness Personality Disorder Training
Mental Health First Aid training
STORM training (Suicide prevention)
Mental Health and Neuroimmunology Conference
Dyslexia therapy training
Moving and handling lead trainer
Safeguarding Lead
All Mandatory training completed and up to date evidence of which can be provided