Veronica Guevara

Compassionate and dedicated NMC-registered Adult Nurse with over 10 years of healthcare experience across acute hospital, geriatric, mental health, learning disability, and community care settings. Currently working as a Band 5 Staff Nurse in an Acute Medical Geriatric Ward within the NHS. Demonstrates strong clinical skills, leadership ability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Experienced in supervising junior staff, managing complex patient needs, and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Band 5 Staff Nurse at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (2023-10 – Present)

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to acutely unwell elderly patients.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.
• Take responsibility and accountability for a defined group of patients.
• Administer medications safely in line with NMC standards.
• Escalate deteriorating patients appropriately using clinical judgement.
• Supervise and support junior staff, student nurses, and HCAs.
• Act as Nurse-in-Charge when required.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe discharge planning.

Band 2 Healthcare Assistant at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (2019-10 – 2023-10)

• Supported registered nurses in delivering patient care.
• Assisted with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration.
• Monitored and recorded vital signs.
• Maintained accurate documentation.
• Ensured infection prevention and control standards were met.

Senior Support Worker at Infinity Services Ltd – Supported Living (Mental Health & Learning Disability) (2018-06 – 2019-10)

• Led shifts and supervised support staff.
• Administered medication.
• Developed care plans and risk assessments.
• Promoted independence and community integration.

Support Worker at Paramount Options Ltd (Domiciliary Care – Complex Adults & Children) (2013-12 – 2019-10)

• Provided one-to-one support for service users with complex needs.
• Assisted with personal care and daily living skills.
• Delivered emotional support and behavioural management.
• Liaised with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Support Worker at Crowthorne Care – Supported Living (Children with Learning Disabilities) (2014-01 – 2018-05)

Healthcare Assistant at Franklin House Care Home (Care UK) (2010-11 – 2012-04)

• Provided care for elderly residents, including those with dementia.
• Assisted with activities of daily living.
• Promoted independence and maintained dignity.
• Maintained cleanliness and infection control standards.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing