Rosantina Camara De Almeida
Muswell Hill,City of London
Summary
Caring Nurse with experience in diverse healthcare organisation working with surgical, cardiac, medical oncology and orthopaedic patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for patients and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Staff Nurse Band 5
HCA Healthcare UK
London, City of London
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient wellbeing, accurately recognising deterioration and initiating immediate emergency care.
- Implemented and evaluated care plan efficiencies, identifying and addressing concerns to improve treatment outcomes.
- Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
- Maintained accurate records of care to facilitate smooth and effective ward operations.
- Documented incidents on patient management systems in real time to maximise efficiencies.
- Maximised junior staff productivity, effectively completing preparatory work for relevant procedures.
- Achieved and maintained positive staff morale, fostering good relationships with patients, visitors and other departments.
- Performed high-quality patient care for a 30 bed establishment.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Collected bloods samples, specimens and prepared them for lab analysis.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training an ILS.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
Student Nurse
HCA Healthcare UK
London, City of London
12.2019 - 05.2023
- Worked with family and carers to understand and assess patients' health needs.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care, increasing patient satisfaction.
- Built positive rapport with patients from various backgrounds.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Carried out patient assessments with minimal supervision.
- Proactively applied safeguarding principles to maximise patient safety.
- Built clinical knowledge and leadership skills to effectively diagnose patients.
- Established immediate and long-term care goals, working with interdisciplinary teams to implement.
- Cooperated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver health care plans.
- Completed shifts alongside university-based learning.
- Gained understanding of health inequalities affecting disadvantaged and vulnerable people.
- Planned and delivered evidence-based care tailored to patients' needs.
- Used stethoscope to examine heart and lungs and determine abnormalities.
- Performed physical assessment by measuring blood pressure, pulse rate and oxygen level.
- Responded to audible and visual cardiac alarms and managed needs of patients.
- Cleaned and treated patient wounds with guidance from head nurse.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results and registered data on computer system.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients with ailments and disabilities.
- Reported accidents, risks and incidents in line with set procedures.
- Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs and bandages.
- Monitored patient conditions, continuously assessing vitals to ensure ongoing quality care.
Health Care Assistant
HCA Healthcare UK
London, City of London
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Vigilantly monitored changes in physical and mental health, reporting deterioration to senior carers for urgent attention.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Administered blood tests and blood pressure checks.
- Empowered vulnerable individuals to retain maximum independence through targeted care.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for care users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Improved service users' daily lives through compassionate conversation, empathetic care and community socialisation.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Thoroughly sterilised and sanitised clinical and mobility equipment.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Built patient confidence through physical exercise, promoting positive lifestyle changes and improved wellbeing.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - ADULT NURSING
BPP University
London 09.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration - HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
Arden University
LONDON 09.2018 - 07.2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Glucose checks
- Emergency care
- Medical record management
- Discharge planning
- Phlebotomy
- G-Tube feedings and care
- Monitoring vital signs
- Rehabilitation care
- Health education
- Wound care and dressing
- Ethical decision making
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Patient-centred care
- Ethical decision-making
- Band 5 registered
- Data confidentiality
- Outstanding communication
- Pre- and post-operation care
- Complex medical care
- Patient record management
- Routine investigations
- Adult acute and critical care
- Medication storage and disposal
- First-class patient care
Languages
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Native
Spanish
Fluent
Timeline
Staff Nurse Band 5
HCA Healthcare UK
06.2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant
HCA Healthcare UK
12.2020 - 01.2023
Student Nurse
HCA Healthcare UK
12.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - ADULT NURSING
BPP University
09.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration - HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
Arden University
09.2018 - 07.2019
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