Abby Maxwell

I am currently working as a healthcare assistant in substance missuse. Previously working as nursing assistant in forensics mental health over 4 years experience.

I am very passionate about helping people and making a difference to people lives. I am hardworking and willing to learn any new skills to gain more experience and development in the role I am in. Have completed phlebotomy.

I am confident in working with people with complex needs and have the ability to gain alot of trust in the patients I work with.

I am a valued member of any team but have the ability to work alone with good time management.

March 2023 - Now.

Currently working at Gateshead Recovery partnership. Substance missuse. Healthcare Assistant.

All aspects of healthcare, supporting the nurses.

Carrying out ECGs

Phlebotomy

Smoking Cessation

Promoting physcial and mental health

Basic wound care

Blood borne visus testing

One to one support to patients

March 2020- March 2023

Nursing Assistant forensics.

Supporting nurses within a medium secure mental health ward

Carrying out physical observations

Offering one to on support and recovery to patients

Contributing To and implementing care plans

All in house training completed

Phlebotomy 2023.

Customer service NVQ level 3

Business Admin NVQ level 2

All GCSEs passed 2000