Safina Akhtar
blackburn,Lancashire
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in medication administration, symptom management, and care planning. Demonstrates proficiency in venepuncture and acute care, with a strong focus on patient confidentiality and advocacy. Skilled in therapeutic listening and palliative care, ensuring comprehensive patient health assessments and education. Committed to infection control and adaptable to different wards, showcasing resilience under stress. Aims to enhance patient outcomes through effective pain management and innovative care strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Home Maker
Home
2023.12 - Current
Agency Nurse
Blackburn Hospital
2022.01 - 2023.12
- Educated families about disease management and prevention strategies to enhance family coping skills.
- Evaluated responses to treatments and medications accurately; alerted doctors of any adverse reactions promptly.
- Developed individualised care plans for improved patient experience.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for peaceful transitions.
- Conducted comprehensive medical assessments with thoroughness, guiding treatment decisions effectively.
- Handled emergency situations swiftly, reducing risk factors significantly.
- Supported mental health patients through therapeutic communication techniques, improving their overall wellness.
Staff Nurse
Medical Staffing
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2017.09 - 2020.02
- My role was to work all over the hospital where there is a shortage of staff nurses.
- I predominantly worked on AMU and STU.
- The main tasks on these wards is to admit patients and carry out their observations.
- After all necessary observations are carried out the doctor admits them and commences them on a plan of care.
- As the named nurse my next job is to start the care plan which the doctor prescribed which includes giving the correct medication and starting any procedures that the doctor stated.
- When the patient is stable enough my next job was to hand them over to a ward that specialises in their condition.
- The final job is to transfer the patient to the ward.
Bank Staff Nurse
East Lancashire Hospital Trust
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2012.11 - 2016.02
- Working all over the hospital where there is a shortage of a nurse.
- Maintain high standards of patient care.
- Be professionally responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
- Fulfil the role of a named nurse for a caseload of patients.
- Contribute to effective communication.
- Provide support and reassurance to patients and families.
- To support staff and assist when needed.
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care plans.
- Upheld privacy and dignity of patients during care provision at all times.
Staff Nurse
Pennine Acute NHS Trust
Oldham
2011.10 - 2012.11
- Duties included admitting patients who have come from A&E or direct referrals from G.P.s.
- Monitoring their observations and blood sugars.
- Performing other procedures as requested by the doctors such as 12 lead ECGs, inserting cannulas, taking bloods catheterising.
- Giving medication as prescribed by the doctors.
- Handing patients over to the appropriate wards or discharging them.
- Working on MAU I tended to a variety of patients with different medical needs and conditions both with minor and major illnesses.
- I was a specialised nurse in palliative care this involved ensuring all staff were informed about latest news on palliative care whether that was new paperwork, medications or legislation.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- I closely monitored palliative care patients and assisted nurses if they were not sure on anything.
Support Worker (Bank)
Pennine Acute Hospitals
Manchester
2009.10 - 2011.10
- Observing and monitoring patients observations and acting on EWS when needed.
- Providing support and reassurance to patients and their families.
- Assisting nurses when needed.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
- Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
Healthcare Assistant
Mews Nursing Home
Rochdale, Lancashire
2004.09 - 2010.01
- Assisting qualified nurses to give medication and care for wounds.
- Assist with their personal hygiene.
- To look after residents' general wellbeing assist with day-to-day activities such as shopping, taking residents out to socialise and serving meals.
- Provide reassurance and support to residents and their families.
- Understanding the complex needs and requirements of certain residents such as those suffering from Dementia or chronic illnesses.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff.
Support Worker
BUPA
Rochdale, Lancashire
2004.06 - 2005.05
- My duties involved going to different nursing and residential homes to help clients with their personal hygiene.
- To look after resident's general well – being assist with day-to-day activities such as shopping taking residents out to socialise and serving of meals.
- Provide reassurance and support to residents and their families.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
- Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
- Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
Education
Diploma in Management - Diploma in Leadership & Management
Blackburn College
Lancashire 2015.09 - 2016.02
Nursing Diploma/BSc Hons - Nursing
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2008.03 - 2011.03
BTEC National Diploma - Health Studies
Hopwood Hall College
Rochdale 2002.09 - 2004.07
NVQ Level 2 in care - Cadet Course
Hopwood Hall College
Rochdale 2002.09 - 2004.07
Key Skills in IT, Maths - undefined
2004.01 - 2004.12
Information technology - undefined
2002.01 - 2002.12
Vocational Education - undefined
2002.01 - 2002.12
Skills
- Medication administration
- Symptom management
- Care planning
- Pain Management
- Patient care & advocacy
- Infection Control
- Resilience under stress
- Adaptable to different wards
- Venepuncture proficiency
- Therapeutic listening
- Palliative Care
- Patient confidentiality
- Acute care
- Patient health assessment
- Patient education
Affiliations
- gardening
- walking
Languages
Punjabi
Intermediate
Urdu
Intermediate
Courses Attended
- Blood transfusion
- Care of the dying & bereavement
- Basic life support
- Conflict Resolution
- Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
- Health Safety & Welfare
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Information Governance
- Prevent Radicalisation level 3
- Safeguarding Adults level 3
- Safeguarding children Level 2
- Safer Handling level 1, 2.
- Declarations of Interest
- Dementia Care
- Fire Safety Level 2
- Fraud Awareness
- Freedom to Speak Level 1 2
- Insulin Safety
- Learning disability Autism & Neurodiversity
- Medical Gases
- Medicines Management
- Moisture Lesion
- Patient Safety Level 1 2
- Pressure ulcer Prevention
- Safe Use of Bed Rails
Timeline
Home Maker
Home
2023.12 - Current
Agency Nurse
Blackburn Hospital
2022.01 - 2023.12
Staff Nurse
Medical Staffing
2017.09 - 2020.02
Diploma in Management - Diploma in Leadership & Management
Blackburn College
2015.09 - 2016.02
Bank Staff Nurse
East Lancashire Hospital Trust
2012.11 - 2016.02
Staff Nurse
Pennine Acute NHS Trust
2011.10 - 2012.11
Support Worker (Bank)
Pennine Acute Hospitals
2009.10 - 2011.10
Nursing Diploma/BSc Hons - Nursing
Manchester Metropolitan University
2008.03 - 2011.03
Healthcare Assistant
Mews Nursing Home
2004.09 - 2010.01
Support Worker
BUPA
2004.06 - 2005.05
Key Skills in IT, Maths - undefined
2004.01 - 2004.12
BTEC National Diploma - Health Studies
Hopwood Hall College
2002.09 - 2004.07
NVQ Level 2 in care - Cadet Course
Hopwood Hall College
2002.09 - 2004.07
Information technology - undefined
2002.01 - 2002.12
Vocational Education - undefined
2002.01 - 2002.12