Mental Health Registered Nurse - South London and Maudsley - Tyson West 2 eating disorder ward
(2009-09)
- Documented observations interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge
- Administered medications adhering to medication schedule as Doctor instructions and making adjustments commensurate with patients condition and response
- Administrated oral and intramuscular medications and monitored patient reactions
- Conducted independent risk assessments for self-directed violence analysing risk factors protective factors mental status and current triggers
- Collaborated with treatment and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care
- Created safe and supported therapeutic milieu to promote recovery develop collaborative safety plans with patient and family to prepare for discharge from hospital
- Responded to emergency situations with speed expertise and level headed approaches to provide optimal care support and life saving interventions
- Helped patients' and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Advocating for patients needs with interdisciplinary team and implementing outlined treatment plans
- Observed strict safety measures including checking medication dosages before administration to patients
- Coordinated with health care team to establish enact and evaluate patient care plans
- Maintained strict date procedures to comply with laws and prevent information breaches
- Monitored diet physical activity behaviours and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients responses and conditions
- Referred patients to specialised health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance
- Attended patient tribunals and developed nursing reports for this purpose
London Care Coordinator - South London and Maudsley
(2017-10 - 2018-10)
Touchstone programme for personality disorders
- Developed and maintained relationships with local physicians and other patient referral resources to promote outstanding patient services
- Identified and reconciled issues and problems to drive patient satisfaction with devices
- Maintained treatment standards and protocols by meeting and scheduling patient satisfaction and production standards and audits
- Participated in case conferences with physicians and therapists and nurses to discuss and evaluate patient condition progress and plans
- Assisted patients with applying with Benefits and housing support
- Undertook the crisis and support group the sun group in the community alongside colleagues and developed crisis and support plans with clients
Adolescent Mental Health Nurse - South West London and St Georges - Aquarius ward, Tooting
(2004-09 - 2009-09)
- Nursing duties relating to medication management and 1-1 nursing sessions with patients
- Implementation of care plans and risk assessments, undertaking out reach work
- Being responsive to acute crisis, mentoring students and nurses supporting growth and professional development
Eating Disorder Mental Health Nurse - South West London and St Georges - Adolescent ward
(2003-10 - 2004-10)
- Nursing duties regarding medication 1-1 sessions with patients risk assessments and maintaining patient safety at all times
- Over seeing patient physical health status
RMN Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse - South London and Maudsley - Eden Ward, PICU
(2003-09 - 2004-09)
- Documented observations and concerns in patients charts and electronic systems continuing of care from admission through to discharge
- Recorded comprehensive patients histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members
- Organised treatment projects that focus on problem solving skills and creative thinking
- Cultivated relationships with patients discussing ways to help improve overall health whilst alleviating self harm practices
- Discuss non medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety
- Met patients needs by devising and coordination highly tailored care plans for each individuals
- Work successfully with diverse group of co workers to accomplish goals and address issues relating to our products and services
