Tracy Mbugua

Proactive and compassionate dual-qualified Registered Adult and Mental Health Nurse with experience delivering holistic, evidence-based care across prison healthcare, acute medicine, emergency care, trauma and orthopaedics, renal services, surgical care and community mental health. Skilled in assessment, prioritisation, risk management and clinical decision-making. Currently working as an Alcohol and Substance Misuse Nurse within prison healthcare, independently assessing and managing patients with complex physical health, mental health and substance misuse needs.

Master's level nursing education with understanding of evidence-based practice, critical appraisal and research. Undertaking ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management.

Alcohol & Substance Misuse Nurse - Birmingham Recovery Team (HMP Birmingham) - Birmingham

(2026-01)

• Conduct comprehensive reception health screenings and holistic nursing assessments.
• Assess physical health, mental health, substance misuse, safeguarding concerns and clinical risk.
• Develop, implement and evaluate person-centred care plans.
• Administer Methadone, Espranor and Buvidal safely.
• Monitor withdrawal using COWS and CIWA-Ar.
• Perform NEWS2 observations and ABCDE assessments.
• Complete referrals and liaise with multidisciplinary professionals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and promote safeguarding.

Healthcare Assistant (Bank) - University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust - Birmingham

(2021-01 - 2026-01)

Worked across Queen Elizabeth Hospital Acute Medical Unit, Good Hope Emergency Department and Heartlands Emergency Department.

• Performed NEWS2 observations and ECG recordings.
• Supported deteriorating patients and escalated concerns.
• Provided personal care, wound care and documentation.
• Worked effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

MSci - Adult & Mental Health Nursing - Birmingham City University