Rowena Corbin
Wareham,Dorset
Summary
I am organised & dependable with many years of experience in team working, communicating with colleagues & the public. Adept at problem solving to ensure goals of both customer (patients) & organisation are met.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work history
Registered Nurse (Retired)
Wellbridge Practice
Wool, Dorset
2008.09 - 2022.07
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained strict infection control standards, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Participated actively in continuous professional development activities; stayed abreast of latest advancements in healthcare industry.
- Facilitated communication between patients & doctors.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Took vital signs and treated wounds, both acute & chronic.
- Provided patients with information about need for equipment like blood pressure monitors and proper use of each.
- Provided organisational leadership to establish patient care benchmarks, standards and best practices to deliver consistent care.
- Updated files using System 1 electronic health record management systems.
- Set appointments for medical care and maintained schedules.
- Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Applied wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Coordinated specialist referrals to assist patients.
Registered nurse
Wareham Hospital
Wareham, Dorset
1999.01 - 2021.01
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
Registered nurse
Dorset County Hospital
Dorchester , Dorset
2002.01 - 2020.01
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
Registered nurse
Army
Various, Various
1991.09 - 1997.03
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- First Aid instructor
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
Enrolled Nurse
Army
Various, Various
1975.09 - 1991.09
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
Clerk
Army
Guildford, Surrey
1974.09 - 1975.09
- Undertook general clerical duties including photocopying and scanning; kept the workflow steady and uninterrupted.
- Ensured smooth operation of office equipment, reducing downtime.
- Compiled reports which assisted management in decision making.
- Prepared documentation, ensuring all files were up-to-date and readily available.
Education
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
Army School of Nursing
09/1990 - 09/1990
Enrolled Nurse - Nursing
Army School of Nursing
10/1975 - 10/1977
O levels -
Pendeford High School
WolverhamptonSkills
- Medication administration oversight
- Phlebotomy certified
- Professional conduct upholding
- Cardiac life support qualified (lapsed)
- Technical equipment operation
- Adapting to changing situations
- Clinical systems software
- Geriatric care knowledge
- Prioritising patient needs
- Therapeutic techniques understanding
- Time management expertise
- Coaching new staff members
- Wound dressing proficiency
- Patient-Focused listening
- Care planning proficiency
- Patient care
- Care planning
- Medication Administration
- Diagnostics
- Staff performance evaluations
- Follow-up calls
- Taking vitals
- Compassionate communication
- Patient education
- Catheter and wound care
- Patient management
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Health care consultation
- Team supervision
- Aseptic techniques
- Patient communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Retired)
Wellbridge Practice
2008.09 - 2022.07
Registered nurse
Dorset County Hospital
2002.01 - 2020.01
Registered nurse
Wareham Hospital
1999.01 - 2021.01
Registered nurse
Army
1991.09 - 1997.03
Enrolled Nurse
Army
1975.09 - 1991.09
Clerk
Army
1974.09 - 1975.09
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
Army School of Nursing
09/1990 - 09/1990
Enrolled Nurse - Nursing
Army School of Nursing
10/1975 - 10/1977
O levels -
Pendeford High School