Summary
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Work History
Education
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Vanessa Camba

Blackpool,Lancashire

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with expertise in palliative and end-of-life care, providing compassionate support to patients and families. Skilled in geriatric care, managing conditions such as dementia, osteoporosis, and chronic pain. Proficient in pain assessment for elderly patients, considering cognitive impairments and communication challenges. Adept at medication management and clinical assessment, creating tailored care plans. Collaborates effectively with external agencies to ensure smooth patient transfers. Committed to enhancing patient quality of life through comprehensive and empathetic care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse - Transfer of Care Hub

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blackpool, Lancashire
06.2024 - Current
  • Designed personalised discharge plans for patients with chronic conditions, including those requiring specialised pain management
  • Collaborated with community care providers to arrange home care packages, reducing readmission rates by 10%
  • Conducted health education session with patients and families, focusing on self-care and managing chronic condition post-discharge
  • Actively contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings, sharing patient progress and advocating for appropriate rehabilitation services
  • Coordinated daily ward operations, ensuring efficient patient flow and timely discharge processes

Registered Nurse - General Medicine

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blackpool, Lancashire
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Delivered evidence-based care to patients with complex medical conditions, ensuring pain management strategies were in place
  • Played active role in ward audits to evaluate effectiveness of patient care and implement improvement measures
  • Collaborated with consultants and allied health professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with multiple co-morbidities
  • Provided psychological support to patients and families coping with chronic illnesses
  • Took charge of ward during high-pressure situations, including emergency admissions and staffing shortages
  • Supervised junior nurses and HCAs, providing guidance and mentorship to maintain high care standards

Registered Nurse - Care of the Elderly Female

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blackpool, Lancashire
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Led initiatives to improve pain assessment and management in elderly female patients with cognitive impairments
  • Supported families during decision-making processes, ensuring they felt informed and involved in care planning
  • Participated in ward rounds with consultants, contributing to personalised care plans for patients with multiple co-morbidities
  • Trained ward staff on recognising subtle signs of pain in patients with dementia, enhancing overall patient comfort
  • Managed ward operations during shifts, ensuring adequate staffing levels and equitable task distribution

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Health Services Management

Aspire2 International, New Zealand
04.2001 - 2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ateneo de Zamboanga University, Philippines

Skills

  • Palliative and End-Of-Life Care
  • Geriatric Care Expertise
  • Pain Assessment in Elderly Patients
  • Medication Management
  • IV Drug Administration
  • Cannulation
  • Venepuncture
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Collaboration with External Agencies
  • Patient Education
  • Mentorship and Supervision

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Transfer of Care Hub - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse - General Medicine - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
03.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse - Care of the Elderly Female - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
11.2022 - 02.2024
Aspire2 International - Diploma of Higher Education, Health Services Management
04.2001 - 2020
Ateneo de Zamboanga University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Vanessa Camba