Community Learning Disability Nurse at North East London NHS Foundation Trust (2024-04 – 2025-09)
NHS provider of integrated community, learning disability and mental health services.
- Delivered specialist nursing care for people with learning disabilities, including health promotion and complex care coordination.
- Supported safeguarding processes by identifying, reporting, and responding to actual or potential harm.
- Created and reviewed personalised health plans with a focus on prevention and empowerment.
- Worked collaboratively across multidisciplinary and multi‑agency teams to ensure cohesive care.
- Developed professional skills through supervision, building autonomy and contributing to mentorship as experience grew.
Student Nurse Placement at Royal Hospital for Neurodisabilities (2023-06 – 2023-11)
Independent charity providing care for people living with neuro-disabilities.
- Shadowing the delivery of 24-hour specialist care for patients with complex needs.
- Supporting the development and understanding of individualized care plans.
- Learning how multidisciplinary teams coordinate to provide patient centred, life enhancing care.
- Observing assessments of patient needs and how care programs are created, implemented, and reviewed.
- Shadowing compliance practices related to nursing standards and the Nursing and Midwifery Council-Code.
Student Nurse Placement at Loveday (2023-03 – 2023-06)
Care home providing 24-hour nursing, dementia care, and respite services for seniors.
- Shadowing how senior staff oversee member wellbeing and daily wellness needs.
- Supporting the reporting of any changes in a member's health to appropriate professionals.
- Learning how individualized care plans are created, updated, and maintained.
- Observing safe medication practices and the accurate recording that accompanies them.
- Supporting communication and liaison work with members, families, and healthcare professionals.
Student Nurse Placement at Cygnet Hospital Harrow (2023-03 – 2023-06)
Mental health hospital treating individuals with mental health needs with also a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
- Shadowing staff monitoring long-term health conditions such as obesity, hypertension, and diabetes.
- Supporting medication administration and observing therapeutic interventions within the MDT.
- Learning how accurate clinical records are maintained and how teams collaborate for effective care.
- Observing approaches that promote positive mental health and a safe recovery environment.
Support Worker at Certitude (2020-09 – 2021-09)
Social care provider supporting adults with learning difficulties.
- Worked closely with families, colleagues, and external professionals to deliver consistent support.
- Supported individuals whose routines were disrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Encouraged healthier lifestyles through diet, exercise, and weightmanagement support.
Respire Support Worker at Hft (2020-01 – 2020-08)
Charity providing short-term respite support for adults with disabilities.
- Built rapport quickly to create a calm, supportive environment.
- Provided sensory resources to enhance stimulation and wellbeing.
- Responded promptly to epilepsy related needs and followed established protocols.
Support Worker at United Response (2019-12 – 2020-08)
Charity providing support to people with autism and learning disabilities and mental health needs.
- Assisted with personal care, medication, finances, and appointments in line with support plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities to improve enjoyment and quality of life.
- Liaised with pharmacies and GP services to maintain health and continuity of care.
Support Worker at Ordinary Living (2017-06 – 2019-08)
Provider of supported living services for adults with learning disabilities.
- Provided compassionate care aligned with individual support plans.
- Assisted with daily living tasks and personal care.
- Safeguarded wellbeing, finances, and property, responding appropriately to emergencies.
- Supported safe medication routines and carried out stock counting to maintain safety and compliance.
