Hi, I’m
Maguy Graça
Nurse
Lisbon
Summary
Dedicated Nurse with over 12 years of clinical experience in high-acuity settings such as ICU, Neurology, Surgical and Medical Care, both in Portugal and in the United Kingdom. Skilled in clinical documentation analysis and interpretation, coordination of complex care pathways and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for a compassionate and patient-centered care and professional attitude with proactive approach, great organizational skills and strong analytical capabilities that enhance patient outcomes. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Nursing to further strengthen clinical expertise and support advanced and evidence based decision-making.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
5
Certificates
3
Languages
Work History
Hospital de Cascais
ICU Nurse
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Nursing care for the critically ill patient with instability and high acuity care needs; invasive and non-invasive ventilation; administration and management of medication; advanced monitoring; communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary team, patient and families.
MyCareforce
Registered Nurse
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Nursing care across multiple healthcare environments (such as medicine, surgical, care homes) with adaptation to multiple care settings and adherence to protocols
Joaquim Chaves Saúde
Surgical Ward Nurse
07.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Pre and post operative nursing care across multiple surgical specialties, with focus on post-operative monitoring and patient education
Worthing Hospital, NHS
Pediatric Nurse
10.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Pediatric nursing care in the medical, surgical and mental health field; coordination with families and multidisciplinary teams.
Worthing Hospital, NHS
ICU Nurse
06.2017 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Nursing care for the critically ill patient with instability and high acuity care needs; invasive and non-invasive ventilation with management of ventilatory settings; administration and management of medication; advanced monitoring; communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary team, patient and families; intra and inter hospital transport of critically ill patients
Worthing Hospital, NHS
Stroke Unit Nurse
10.2013 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Acute stroke management, rehabilitation and thrombolytic treatment
Westergate House Care Home, Barchester
Nurse
04.2012 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Elderly and dementia care, with the development of individualized care plans;
Sport Futebol Palmense
Nurse
11.2011 - 03.2012
Job overview
- Field intervention in sports injuries and medical center support
Education
Universidade Católica PortuguesaLisbon, Portugal
Master’s in Nursing from Medical-Surgical, Specialization in Critical Care
02-2026
University of BrightonUK
Post-Graduate Certificate from Intensive Care Nursing
03-2020
Universidade Católica PortuguesaLisbon, Portugal
Bachelor of Nursing
01.2011
Skills
Clinical documentation analysis and interpretation;
Certification
Advanced Life Support
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Hospital de Cascais
09.2024 - Current
Advanced Life Support
05-2023
Surgical Ward Nurse
Joaquim Chaves Saúde
07.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
MyCareforce
05.2022 - Current
Pediatric Nurse
Worthing Hospital, NHS
10.2021 - 04.2022
ICU Nurse
Worthing Hospital, NHS
06.2017 - 10.2021
Stroke Unit Nurse
Worthing Hospital, NHS
10.2013 - 06.2017
Nurse
Westergate House Care Home, Barchester
04.2012 - 10.2013
Nurse
Sport Futebol Palmense
11.2011 - 03.2012
Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Bachelor of Nursing
Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Master’s in Nursing from Medical-Surgical, Specialization in Critical Care
University of Brighton
Post-Graduate Certificate from Intensive Care Nursing
Languages
Portuguese: Native
Native or Bilingual
English: C2 – Full professional proficiency
Native or Bilingual
French: B1 – Independent user
Limited Working
Interests
Travel: passionate about discovering and meeting new cultures and places. Spent six months travelling around Southeast Asia
Sports: amateur volleyball player and trail runner enthusiast
Enthusiast of traditional snail mail and international postcard exchange.