Rachel Burton
Isle Of Man
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with [Number] years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with [Area of expertise] specialty.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Manx Care
09.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Health Care Assistant
Huddersfield And Calderdale NHS Foundation Trust
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and families for seamless transitions.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives within the facility, contributing ideas for process enhancements that benefited both staff and patients alike.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Proactively addressed potential issues by consistently monitoring patients'' progress, making adjustments to care plans when necessary to optimize outcomes.
- Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Senior Health Care Assistant
Avery Homes
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced communication between patients and healthcare providers by acting as a reliable liaison, ensuring accurate information sharing.
- Assisted medical professionals in administering treatments, resulting in more efficient patient care and faster recovery times.
- Administered medications accurately under supervision, reducing potential medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted in the development of new protocols designed to improve efficiency within healthcare facilities while maintaining high levels of patient care quality.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and building strong relationships within the community.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by providing immediate care under the supervision of medical professionals, minimizing potential complications or harm to the patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans that improved patient outcomes.
- Streamlined daily operations through meticulous organization, effective multitasking, and prioritization of tasks for optimal time management.
- Mentored newer Health Care Assistants by sharing knowledge gained from years of experience working with diverse populations facing complex health challenges.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the healthcare industry while enhancing personal skills relevant to job performance.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Waitress
Ryther Arms
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
Education
PGCERT - Advanced Critical Care
Edge Hill University
Lancashire 07.2024
Bachelor of Science With Honours - Adult Nursing
Huddersfield University
Huddersfield 10.2020
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - Health And Social Care
York College
York09.2016
5 GCSE's Grade A-C -
Tadcaster Grammar School
Tadcaster 06.2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Licensed RN
- Critical Care
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency Response
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Chronic Disease Management
- Staff Supervision
- Emotional Intelligence
Hobbies
Sea Swimming
Shopping
Visiting Family
Walking my dogs
Baking
Travelling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Manx Care
09.2020 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Huddersfield And Calderdale NHS Foundation Trust
06.2018 - 09.2020
Senior Health Care Assistant
Avery Homes
06.2016 - 09.2017
Waitress
Ryther Arms
11.2015 - 01.2016
PGCERT - Advanced Critical Care
Edge Hill University
Bachelor of Science With Honours - Adult Nursing
Huddersfield University
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - Health And Social Care
York College
5 GCSE's Grade A-C -
Tadcaster Grammar School
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