Yolandar Kanengoni

Qualifications

DipHE Nursing Studies, BSc Nursing, MA Health Care Law

Specialisms

Acute mental health care of older adults, dementia, & challenging behaviours.

Introduction

I am a highly skilled and knowledgeable healthcare professional with a diverse background in nursing, clinical care and healthcare law. I currently work hands on as a staff nurse on the front line. I work in a mental health hospital on the following wards, Older Adults Acute Admissions, Dementia and cognitive impairment, Adult Acute Admission and Intensive Psychiatry Care unit. I also work in a Care Home. The flexibility of bank work enables me to work and retain knowledge and expertise in various settings with different patient groups. My experience in management allows me to exercise leadership at the point of care.

I possess a Master's degree in Health Care Law and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, complemented by specialised training in mental health nursing. I can offer a comprehensive understanding of healthcare practices and regulations. This is with extensive experience in patient care, risk assessment, and management.

My roles have ranged from Staff Nurse to Ward Manager, involving high-quality patient care, regulatory adherence and clinical practice advocacy. Each position has allowed me to apply my clinical knowledge, conduct audits and manage incident investigations within care settings. My experience in care homes has been instrumental in developing personalised care plans for residents with cognitive and physical needs. I possess a keen ability to create specialised care strategies for older adults with cognitive and functional impairments, ensuring they receive optimal care tailored to their unique needs. Additionally, I have adeptly managed caseloads, supervised nursing staff, and orchestrated care delivery while ensuring strict adherence to the highest standards of clinical practice. I am particularly adept at risk assessment and care planning in critical areas such as nutrition, skin care, mobility, and fall prevention. My proficiency has consistently ensured the well-being and safety of patients under my care. 

I have consistently demonstrated clinical leadership and a commitment to continuous professional development. I have managed nursing care, patient care, and clinical environments, overseeing teams of healthcare professionals and implementing patient care standards. My proficiency in conducting audits, clinical governance, and patient feedback initiatives has allowed me to enhance the quality of care provided. I am fluent in Shona, as well as English.

I accept instructions from both claimant and defendant solicitors and insurers. I have undergone formal training in the medico-legal process and am fully aware of my responsibilities under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) pertaining to expert witnesses.