Carys Tierney

Responsibilities Key Achievements Job Details / Skills Summary

• Perform rapid patient assessment and prioritisation as a triage-trained nurse, ensuring safe and timely care delivery
• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients presenting with acute illness, injury, and major trauma
• Initiate and manage emergency interventions, including airway management, IV access, ECG monitoring, and medication administration
• Safely manage and administer medications in line with clinical guidelines and patient group directions
• Perform clinical procedures including catheterisation and specimen collection
• Work within trauma protocols as a Level 1 TILS-trained practitioner, supporting the initial assessment and stabilisation of trauma patients
• Apply Immediate Life Support (ILS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) skills in emergency situations, including cardiac arrest response
• Monitor and reassess patients, recognising early signs of deterioration and escalating appropriately
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, paramedics, and allied health professionals
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant clinical documentation
• Provide emotional support and clear communication to patients and relatives in high-stress situations
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention, safeguarding, and patient safety standards
• Support the coordination of patient flow within a busy and unpredictable environment
• Developed strong clinical decision-making skills in a high-pressure Emergency Department setting
• Successfully triage trained, improving patient prioritisation and department efficiency
• Achieved Level 1 TILS certification, enhancing trauma care capability
• Competent in medication management, ensuring safe and effective drug administration
• Demonstrated proficiency in emergency response through ILS and BLS training
• Recognised for reliability, consistently supporting team function during peak demand and critical incidents
• Demonstrated emotional resilience in managing complex and distressing cases
• Built a reputation as a dependable and adaptable team member
• Contributed to maintaining high standards of patient care and safety
• Supported junior staff and students, contributing to a positive learning environment
• Over 3 years’ experience in a busy Emergency Department
• Triage trained
• Level 1 TILS trained (Trauma Immediate Life Support)
• Immediate Life Support (ILS) certified
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
• Skilled in medication management and safe drug administration
• Competent in catheterisation and other essential clinical procedures
• Strong acute patient assessment and emergency care skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• High level of emotional resilience and stress management
• Reliable, punctual, and professionally accountable
• Adaptable and able to work effectively in fast-paced, unpredictable environments
• Committed to continuous professional development