Uzezi Imonina
Mental Health Nurse
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Practiced Community Mental Health Nurse with 3 years of experience, post graduation applying diverse methods and procedures for patient diagnosis and treatment. Focused on improving well-being of clients, offering support and resources to overcome challenges. Skilled in case management, developmental teaching and program evaluations within private practice and psychiatric facilities.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Psychiatric Nurse
South London And Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
London , United Kingdom
2023.10 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary treatment team to revise goals, objectives and interventions based on patient status and needs.
- Delivered customized care to patients, maintaining focus on individual goals and daily achievements.
- Supported establishment of safe and confidential spaces for sharing difficult experiences.
- Modified care plans to expedite progress, integrating new services and support from community and provider networks.
- Co-facilitated and taught coping skills in wellness and multi-family groups.
- Rendered holistic care to adolescents, promoting diverse physical and mental health programs.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Acting Charge Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
London , United Kingdom
2021.08 - 2022.09
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Staff Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
London , United Kingdom
2020.09 - 2021.07
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Aspirant Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
London , United Kingdom
2020.04 - 2020.08
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
Support Worker
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
London , United Kingdom
2009.08 - 2020.03
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
Voluntary Worker
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
London , United Kingdom
2009.04 - 2009.07
- Worked in the Maternity Department of the Hospital and assisted with paperwork, e.g. photocopying, putting information leaflets together for discharged mother and baby to take home
- Greeted visitors, answered questions and assisted with individual needs or requests.
- Assisted in the Medical Records Department by taking files to be stored securely.
Healthcare Assistant
London Care Plc
London , United Kindgom
2008.01 - 2008.12
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
Trading
Self-employed
London , United Kingdom
2003.08 - 2007.12
- Was on maternity leave and had to stay at home to tend to family life.
- I was registered with trading company (AVON Cosmetic) - buying and selling of household essential/products.
- Underpinned trade operations by maintaining solid relationships with customers, suppliers and other business partners
Senior Healthcare Assistant
Four Seasons Healthcare Ltd (Formerly Tamaris Ltd)
London , United Kingdom
2001.07 - 2003.06
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes
Secretary/Receptionist
Glenyork Nigeria Limited/UK
Lagos , Nigeria
1993.01 - 2001.03
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Booked airfare, hotel, and ground transportation to coordinate office travel.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records
Receptionist
Hydromer Energy Limtied
Lagos , Nigeria
1992.01 - 1992.12
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
Secretary
KLF Limited
Lagos , Nigeria
1989.11 - 1992.12
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Drafted agendas, recorded minutes and generated documents to facilitate meetings.
Education
Level 7 Masters Clinical Development Programme - Professional Nurse Advocate
Kingston University
United Kingdon 2023.10 - Current
PG Cert LL Project Management - Project Management
London South Bank University
United Kingdom 2020.09 - 2021.07
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing
London South Bank University
United Kingdom 2017.09 - 2020.07
Certificate - NVQ Level 3
Four County Trust
United Kingdom 2011.01 - 2011.11
Certificate - NVQ Level 2
UK "E" Learning
United Kingdom 2007.01 - 2008.06
Diploma - Book Keeping And Accounts - Levels 1 & 2
Newham College
United Kingdom 2002.01 - 2002.12
High School Diploma -
United Christian Secretarial College
Nigeria 1987.09 - 1989.07
Secondary School Leaving Certificate -
Gaskiya College
Nigeria 1982.09 - 1987.07
No Degree - OxLead Early Leaders Programme
Tavistock And Portman NHS Foundation Trust
United Kingdom 2021.01 - 2022.12
Skills
Phlebotomy
Affiliations
National Midwifery Council
Timeline
Community Psychiatric Nurse
South London And Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2023.10 - Current
Level 7 Masters Clinical Development Programme - Professional Nurse Advocate
Kingston University
2023.10 - Current
Acting Charge Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
2021.08 - 2022.09
No Degree - OxLead Early Leaders Programme
Tavistock And Portman NHS Foundation Trust
2021.01 - 2022.12
Staff Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
2020.09 - 2021.07
PG Cert LL Project Management - Project Management
London South Bank University
2020.09 - 2021.07
Aspirant Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
2020.04 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing
London South Bank University
2017.09 - 2020.07
Certificate - NVQ Level 3
Four County Trust
2011.01 - 2011.11
Support Worker
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
2009.08 - 2020.03
Voluntary Worker
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
2009.04 - 2009.07
Healthcare Assistant
London Care Plc
2008.01 - 2008.12
Certificate - NVQ Level 2
UK "E" Learning
2007.01 - 2008.06
Trading
Self-employed
2003.08 - 2007.12
Diploma - Book Keeping And Accounts - Levels 1 & 2
Newham College
2002.01 - 2002.12
Senior Healthcare Assistant
Four Seasons Healthcare Ltd (Formerly Tamaris Ltd)
2001.07 - 2003.06
Secretary/Receptionist
Glenyork Nigeria Limited/UK
1993.01 - 2001.03
Receptionist
Hydromer Energy Limtied
1992.01 - 1992.12
Secretary
KLF Limited
1989.11 - 1992.12
High School Diploma -
United Christian Secretarial College
1987.09 - 1989.07
Secondary School Leaving Certificate -
Gaskiya College
1982.09 - 1987.07
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