Alison Fulton
Barry,United Kingdom
Summary
Admissions lead nurse with over 25 years of paediatric palliative care expertise, recognised for operational assessments and cost-saving solutions that enhance occupancy and service user satisfaction. Proven leadership and team-building capabilities, fostering a collaborative environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, adept at time management and task prioritisation. Committed to compassionate leadership and the continuous development of team members.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2052
2052
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Admissions Lead Nurse - Band 7
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
Sully, Vale of Glamorgan
2023.08 - Current
- Led and managed effective service delivery alongside a high-performing team.
- Assessed clinical needs while ensuring safe and efficient care planning.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives for evidence-based paediatric palliative care.
- Enhanced paediatric nursing skills through continuous professional development programmes.
- Facilitated complex communications among multidisciplinary teams and families.
- Developed effective admission pathways to optimise occupancy levels.
- Provided expert clinical knowledge and experience in paediatric nursing.
- Promoted a culture of learning and development within admissions and other teams.
Short Break Nurse Coordinator - Band 6
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
Sully, Vale of Glamorgan
2016.07 - 2023.08
- Acquired expertise in resource management while ensuring safe occupancy.
- Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues and families through exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Ensured equitable service provision by understanding care requirements before and after admission.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to remain current in nursing competencies.
- Supported training initiatives for short notice administrator under line management.
- Committed to improving paediatric palliative care services for families accessing hospice support.
Nurse Shift Leader (Clinical) - Band 6
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
Sully, Vale of Glamorgan
2004.03 - 2016.07
- Acquired extensive clinical experience in palliative care, with a focus to support and further develop my clinical colleagues by sharing my knowledge base.
- Reviewed and assessed staff performance during shifts to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve improved clinical outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of nursing standards, practices, and ethics to ensure compliance.
- Safeguarded patient wellbeing through diligent observation and prompt response to condition changes.
- Championed evidence-based practices within the nursing team to elevate care quality.
- Facilitated effective communication while addressing inquiries from staff and families.
Care Team Leader
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
Sully, Vale of Glamorgan
2000.07 - 2004.03
Nurse - Care Team Member
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
Sully, Vale of Glamorgan
1998.12 - 2000.07
Senior Staff Nurse
Tawam Hospital
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
1996.06 - 1998.05
Staff Nurse
Tawam Hospital
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
1994.01 - 1996.06
Staff Nurse
Prince Bin Aziz Hospital
Bisha, Saudi Arabia
1992.02 - 1996.06
Staff Nurse
The Royal Hospital For Sick Children
Edinburgh
1989.11 - 1992.02
Education
ILM Level 4 -
QCF Diploma In Management
Cardiff 2021.04 - 2022.10
Level 2 Essential Skills Application of Number -
City & Guilds
2001.04 - 2021.07
Level 2 Essential Skills Digital Literacy -
City & Guilds
Masters Module - Paediatric Symptom Management -
University of Glamorgan
Pontypridd 2013.09 - 2014.07
Level 3 Diploma - Indian Head Massage -
Barry College
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 2010.09 - 2011.07
Level 3 Diploma - Swedish Body Massage -
Barry College
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 2009.09 - 2010.07
Level 3 Diploma - Anatomy and Physiology -
Barry College
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 2008.09 - 2009.07
Advanced European Computer Driving Licence - Word -
Vale of Glamorgan Council
2002.09 - 2003.07
European Computer Driving Licence -
Vale of Glamorgan Council
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan 2002.09 - 2003.07
Advanced Diploma - Primary Health Care, Education -
University of London
London 1992.09 - 1993.06
Professional Studies 11 Module -
Lothian College of Nursing & Midwifery
Edinburgh 1992.01 - 1992.01
Registered Sick Children's Nurse -
Lothian College of Nursing and Midwifery
Edinburgh 1986.09 - 1989.09
Skills
- Advanced decision-making and risk management awareness
- Care plan management
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication
- Collaborative approach
- Child & family advocacy
- Care coordination
- Cultural competence and awareness
- Resilience and decision making under pressure
- Communication proficiency
- Initiative taking
- Flexible
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Time efficiency
Membership of Professional Bodies
UKCC
Royal College of Nurses
Timeline
Admissions Lead Nurse - Band 7
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
2023.08 - Current
ILM Level 4 -
QCF Diploma In Management
2021.04 - 2022.10
Short Break Nurse Coordinator - Band 6
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
2016.07 - 2023.08
Masters Module - Paediatric Symptom Management -
University of Glamorgan
2013.09 - 2014.07
Level 3 Diploma - Indian Head Massage -
Barry College
2010.09 - 2011.07
Level 3 Diploma - Swedish Body Massage -
Barry College
2009.09 - 2010.07
Level 3 Diploma - Anatomy and Physiology -
Barry College
2008.09 - 2009.07
Nurse Shift Leader (Clinical) - Band 6
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
2004.03 - 2016.07
Advanced European Computer Driving Licence - Word -
Vale of Glamorgan Council
2002.09 - 2003.07
European Computer Driving Licence -
Vale of Glamorgan Council
2002.09 - 2003.07
Level 2 Essential Skills Application of Number -
City & Guilds
2001.04 - 2021.07
Care Team Leader
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
2000.07 - 2004.03
Nurse - Care Team Member
Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
1998.12 - 2000.07
Senior Staff Nurse
Tawam Hospital
1996.06 - 1998.05
Staff Nurse
Tawam Hospital
1994.01 - 1996.06
Advanced Diploma - Primary Health Care, Education -
University of London
1992.09 - 1993.06
Staff Nurse
Prince Bin Aziz Hospital
1992.02 - 1996.06
Professional Studies 11 Module -
Lothian College of Nursing & Midwifery
1992.01 - 1992.01
Staff Nurse
The Royal Hospital For Sick Children
1989.11 - 1992.02
Registered Sick Children's Nurse -
Lothian College of Nursing and Midwifery
1986.09 - 1989.09
Level 2 Essential Skills Digital Literacy -
City & Guilds