Maria Famakinwa

Compassionate Newly Qualified Nurse with 8+ years' experience maintaining patient wellbeing. Excellent time management skills, Passionate and attentive with talents in delivering patient care. I am a mature, positive and hard-working individual, who always strives to achieve the highest standard possible, at any given task. I possess excellent communication skills and I have the ability and experience to relate to a wide range of people. I enjoy learning new things and I can work very well under pressure. I am a Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situation. I have strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care. I have good ideas and able to plan events and activities. I like to ensure that the patients I work with are happy in their surroundings and comfortable to the best of my Knowledge.

Staff Nurse

London North West University Teaching Hospital - London

September 2021 to Present

• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with the Trust policy and procedure as well as preventing information breaches.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
• Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
• 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.
• Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

SUPPORT WORKER (TEAM LEADER)

Private Employer - Henham

November 2017 to July 2019

• Led a team of 4 and allocate what necessary to be done in order to meet the client's needs.
• Updating of the care plan and make necessary changes to it when applicable.
• Making sure all equipment are working and serviced properly.
• Going on trips with the clients either abroad or local when asked.
• Maintained accurate records of patients care condition, progress and concerns.
• Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
• Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
• Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
• Helped patients move in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

CARE COORDINATOR

Randstard agency - Stockwell

August 2016 to November 2017

• Developing care plans and rearranging them as necessary when difficulties arise.
• Visiting patients, checking on the care they've received and documenting it accordingly.
• Working with the care team to evaluate interventions and identify where and when further ones will be required.
• Reading, attending workshops and liaising with professional bodies to stay abreast of developments in the field.
• Communicated with providers to coordinate appointments and home care support.

SUPPORT WORKER, TEAM LEADER

Private Employer - London

February 2015 to December 2016

United Kingdom

• Duties includes:.
• Led a team of 10 and allocate what necessary to be done in order to meet the client's needs.
• Updating of the care plan and make necessary changes to it when applicable.
• Making sure all equipment are working and serviced properly.
• Going on trips with the clients either abroad or local when asked.
• Maintained accurate records of patients care condition, progress and concerns.
• Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
• Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
• Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
• Helped patients move in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

CLINICAL HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT

HFH healthcare Ltd

August 2014 to May 2016

• United Kingdom
• Changed sterile dressings.
• Tested and records blood glucose level.
• Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
• Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse.
• Maintained accurate records of patients care condition, progress and concerns.
• Obtained information about client's medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care.
• Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
• Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
• Perform oral suctioning through the tracheostomy tube to clear the client's airways.
• Made sure the PEG area is clean to avoid any form of infection.

CARE ASSISTANT

Redspot homecare (Contracts) Ltd

October 2013 to April 2015

• United Kingdom
• Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
• Helped patients move in and out of bed, baths, wheelchair and automobiles.
• Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
• Maintained a clean healthy and safe environment.
• Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.

Post graduate diploma in Adult Nursing

University of west London - London

2021

Bachelor of Science in Public health

University of west London

2018

Diploma of Higher Education in Nursing Level

Newham college - London

September 2014 to July 2015