Afiya Bastien De Gannes

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Arouca

adzni7@r.postjobfree.com

1-868-***-****

I am seeking an opportunity to apply myself to your

Establishment for the position of Registered Mental Nurse. I have considerable experience in all areas nursing and a thorough understanding of how to work effectively in a pressurized clinical environment. All these competencies combined make me an ideal candidate for your position.

Having worked in the nursing field for over ten (10) years as a Registered Mental Nurse at St Ann’s Hospital for, The North West Regional Health Authority, I can say with confidence that I have seen it all.

My roles and my duties include dispensing prescribed medication, registering and discharging patients, carrying out nursing assessments and conducting initial consultations. For the past two (2) years I have also been involved in the physical education program where I work to promote mental wellness, treat some symptoms associated with mental illness and rehabilitate clients to optimal level of functioning through physical exercise. This is done by using the tenets of the nursing process, the Physical Training Instructors (PTT) program and the multidisciplinary approach.

I always provide care that is consistent with all relevant professional standards and governmental requirements. I take pride in being a nurse who is committed to caring with dignity and respect. I am also highly personable, have a friendly disposition and am able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Furthermore, I am willing to undertake any training necessary to meet the demands of this opportunity.

I would like to work for your company because it is committed to providing the best healthcare for its patients and the best working environment for its employees.

Please look favourably upon my application by recognizing my enthusiasm, talents and future potential and contact me at your convenience to arrange an interview.

Warm Regards,

Afiya N. Bastien

RMN

Afiya Netfa Bastien

Nurse

QUALIFICATIONS

Duration:

Course:

Institution:

09/2006 – 11/2009

Associates Degree of Applied Science in Psychiatric Nursing

College of Science, Technology and Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago

9-11 Melville Ln, Port of Spain

EXPERIENCE

Duration:

Designation:

02/2022 – 04/2023

Private Duty Nurse

Duration:

Institution:

Designation:

10/2020 – 06/2021

Wellesley Private Hospital, Wellington, United Kingdom

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Department:

Mental Health Department

Duration:

Institution:

Designation:

12/2009 – 10/2020

Northwest Regional Health Authority, St. Ann’s Psychiatric Facility, Port of Spain

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Department:

Mental Health Department

Overall Duties:

• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with

healthcare professionals

• Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment

• Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal

precautions, sleep flow and restraints

• Monitored client census by using the Daily Movement Report and recording admissions,

discharges, doctor appointments and site visit data

• Facilitated a smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout their

transitions

• Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified them when needed

• Connected clients with community service and resource agencies

• Aided parents in arranging medication evaluations and psychological testing

• Administering prescribed medication when necessary

• Physical Education Department Secretarial Role

• Planning holiday and events to be carried out by clients and staff, planning organizing and

monitoring

• Performing all duties which are in line with nursing and general practice

• Served as a strong team leader in handling daily activities on the unit, acted as a resource to

team members, and promoted and enhanced collaborative relationships

• Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment

• Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal

precautions, sleep flow and restraints

• Monitored client census by using the Daily Movement Report and recording admissions,

discharges, doctor appointments and site visit data

• Evaluating activities success with written reports, invoices, requisitions, and PowerPoint

presentations.

• Emailing and preparing follow up meetings and letters of gratitude to participating outside

parties

Case Experience:

• Bipolar

• Schizophrenic

• Personality Disorders

• Eating Disorders

• Autism (both Children and Adults)

• Dementia

• Depressive Disorders

• Anxiety

• Social Anxiety

• Bulimia

• Pica

• Conduct Disorder

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Gaps in Employment:

Duration:

Reason:

2023 – Present

Private Care Nurse/Personal Assistant and Caregiver to the Elderly (Private Duty)

Duration:

Reason:

07/2021 – 01/2022

Returned to home country from the UK and was taking care of young son.

OTHERS

Professional Registration: -

Name of Nursing Council:

Registration Number:

Date of Registration:

Nursing & Midwifery Council, United Kingdom

21A0184O

10/01/2021

Name of Nursing Council:

Registration Number:

Date of Registration:

Nursing Council of Trinidad & Tobago

RMN 1390

21/12/2009

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