Maria Resende
Nurse
Buxton,Derbyshire
Summary
Experienced Band 5 Staff Nurse with a passion for delivering exceptional care. Skilled in compassionate communication, meticulous monitoring, and record-keeping. Consistently providing first-class patient care to promote optimum recovery. Trained in optimum care, safety standards, and documentation requirements. Confident in delivering treatments and conducting assessments to enhance patient well-being and encourage recovery. Collaborative and effective in working with colleagues and outside departments for coordinated and safe care. Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in high-tempo environments while maintaining clinical judgment. Committed to staying updated with nursing requirements and supporting new nurses in achieving targets. Detail-oriented approach for making critical decisions, meeting deadlines, and conducting team reviews. Expertise in analysis and quantitative problem-solving to drive company growth and improvements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse Band 5
NHSP
07.2023 - Current
- As a versatile and experienced Bank Nurse working across all wards of the hospital, I bring a diverse skill set and unwavering dedication to providing top-quality patient care in every clinical setting
- With a proven history of delivering compassionate care, administering treatments, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams, I am well-equipped to meet the unique needs of patients across various departments.
- My strong communication abilities, empathy, and capacity to remain composed in demanding situations enable me to establish meaningful connections with patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals
- I thrive in fast-paced environments, adapting quickly to changing circumstances and embracing new challenges with enthusiasm
- By upholding the highest standards of professionalism and patient safety, I ensure that all care provided aligns with hospital protocols and NHS guidelines.
- I am deeply committed to continuous learning and professional growth, regularly updating my expertise to deliver the utmost standard of care to those under my charge
- Known for my reliability and willingness to support colleagues, I am always prepared to step in and assist in any ward to ensure the seamless provision of exceptional healthcare services.
- In essence, as a Bank Nurse serving every ward in the hospital, I am devoted to making a positive impact on patient outcomes and contributing to the overall success of the hospital's healthcare delivery.
Staff Nurse Band 5
Derbyshire Community Health Services
Buxton
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported charge nurse to deliver care for full wards in line with quality-of-care standards.
- Demonstrated compassionate communication skills, empathetically delivering difficult news to patients and families.
- Maintained continued personal development through regular training, maximising nursing capabilities and competence.
- Worked with meticulous accuracy in administering patient medication according to correct, appropriate doses.
- Worked with a consistently positive, friendly bedside manner to enhance patient experiences during difficult times.
- Performed in-depth prevention assessments, maintaining patient health and safety.
- Utilised practiced skills in phlebotomy, taking patients' blood with minimal distress, discomfort, or error.
- Prepared patients for clinical procedures, providing reassurance and practical advice to ease concerns.
- Measured blood pressure, pulse, and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
- Safely and responsibly administered prescribed patient medication, monitoring effects, and changing doses accordingly.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
- Maintained detailed medical records and documentation with accurate, up-to-date patient information.
- Used holistic approach to patient care, demonstrating practical clinical understanding for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored patients' health by performing pulse and temperature checks.
- Actively promoted best nursing practices, leading by example in providing accurate, prompt patient provisions.
- Provided clinical supervision to junior nurses, supporting learning and development in line with personal targets.
- Coordinated clinical activities as required, enabling smooth-running, efficient patient care services.
- Managed lifecycle elements of patient care programs, from initial assessment through continued evaluation to appropriate discharge.
- Monitored patients closely, identifying signs of deterioration and acting quickly and appropriately to resolve.
- Worked in line with trust policies and procedures for optimal clinical care and compliance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of clinical research, developments, and advancements to aid growth in patient care provisions.
- Supported continued department development, adding helpful improvement ideas to maximise clinical care provisions.
- Ensured Continued Professional Development (CPD) through strategic learning and education programs, offering best-possible patient care.
- Collated medical data for patient records, maintaining strict confidentiality.
Staff Nurse
Royal Derby Hospital
Derby
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Obtained current medical information, weight, height, and vital signs to aid care planning.
- Formulated care plans with meticulous attention, helping to increase quality of documentation.
- Established friendly rapport with patients to promote positive health and wellbeing.
- Monitored patient health, behavioral and physical changes, promptly reporting concerns to ward supervisor.
- Discussed future care with patients and families, demonstrating emotional resilience, active listening, and compassion.
- Promptly reported low stock levels of healthcare equipment and materials.
- Reduced patient anxiety by clearly and calmly explaining clinical processes and procedures.
- Monitored patient progress, identifying, and proactively addressing obstacles hindering recovery.
- Actively listened to patients' complaints and feedback, actioning improvements to continuously elevate quality of care.
- Charted patient information related to vital signs, pain management and daily inputs and outputs.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Communicated between hospital departments to improve patient care continuity.
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
- Provided 24-hour care by periodically monitoring and recording patient status, highlighting concerns to nursing staff.
- Remained up to date on latest treatments, care improvements and regulations to facilitate continued patient satisfaction and wellbeing.
- Documented care plans, hospital actions and patient activities in line with best practices.
- Maintained and updated digital patient records and medical information.
- Promoted and encouraged independence while assisting patients with daily routines.
- Interpreted and adhered to care plans, seeking clarification from senior providers to maintain quality care.
- Provided comprehensive personal care, offering ADL and mobility assistance to support comfort and dignity.
- Contributed to case management processes on general ward, assisting with charting and patient intake.
- Readied treatment rooms and patient beds to reduce backlogs and support timely interventions.
- Supported care teams with comprehensive care delivery by following up on laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging results.
- Monitored supply usage and reported low-stock items to proactively replenish inventory.
- Enhanced patient outcomes, educating on disease prevention and wellness measures to reduce symptoms.
Health Care Assistant
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield
04.2017 - 08.2022
- Experience working with all MDTs, based on patients' needs and according to prescribed care plans, local/clinical policies, and good practice guidelines.
- Experienced care worker, trained and competent in a varied set of clinical skills such as manual handling, safeguarding, infection control, vulnerable adults, basic life support, CPR, Phlebotomy, ECGs
- Great experience and insight on managing long term conditions from university placements, and by research methods for completion of
- Provided 24-hour care by periodically monitoring and recording patient status, highlighting concerns to nursing staff.
- Established friendly rapport with patients to promote positive health and wellbeing.
- Promoted and encouraged independence while assisting patients with daily routines.
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while always maintaining respect and dignity
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering the best possible person-centered care.
- Helped patients with personal care tasks including meal assistance, toileting, and mobility support.
- Maintained excellent patient relationships by going the extra mile to attend to their needs and provide ongoing support.
- Helped patients improve mental wellbeing by providing a helpful and happy service throughout care.
Education
MSc Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation - undefined
University of Chester
BN (Hons), Adult - undefined
University of Chester
Access to Higher Education - undefined
Distance Learning Centre
Mathematics and English Language - undefined
Macclesfield College
Skills
Excellent bedside manner
References
- Yvonne Hulland, yvonne.hulland@nhs.net, Senior Sister, Ward 306 Royal Derby Hospital, 01332 786251
- Kate Casey, katecasey@nhs.net, Ward Manager, Fenton ward, Cavendish Hospital, 01298212851
Languages
Portuguese
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Staff Nurse Band 5
NHSP
07.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse Band 5
Derbyshire Community Health Services
01.2023 - 06.2023
Staff Nurse
Royal Derby Hospital
09.2022 - 01.2023
Health Care Assistant
East Cheshire NHS Trust
04.2017 - 08.2022
MSc Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation - undefined
University of Chester
BN (Hons), Adult - undefined
University of Chester
Access to Higher Education - undefined
Distance Learning Centre
Mathematics and English Language - undefined
Macclesfield College
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