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Christeen Smith

Newtongrange,Midlothian

Summary

Dedicated professional (now retired) with a strong foundation in communication and problem-solving gained in a variety of roles over many years. Demonstrates exceptional organisational skills and time management, ensuring efficient and effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Known for adaptability to meet patient needs with compassion and empathy. Was always committed to using these skills to enhance patient care and contribute positively to healthcare environments.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work history

Carer for parents

Family
Outer Hebrides
01.2024 - 12.2025

Cared for both elderly parents until death

Administrative assistant

NHS Lothian Staff Bank
Edinburgh
06.2020 - 01.2024

Worked at vaccination clinics and hospital reception desk

Home carer

JB Agency
Edinburgh
04.2021 - 06.2022

Provided care to elderly clients in their own homes

Senior Stoma Nurse Specialist

NHS Lothian Royal Hospital for Sick Children
Edinburgh
08.2003 - 05.2019

Autonomous working for a large caseload of children aged 0-18 in SouthEast Scotland & Tayside

Staff nurse / Deputy Charge Nurse

NHS Lothian Royal Hospital for Sick Children
Edinburgh
03.1992 - 08.2003

Worked in a variety of surgical wards as

  • Staff nurse
  • Senior Staff Nurse
  • Deputy Charge Nurse
  • Surgical Practice Educator

Student Nurse

NHS Lothian
Edinburgh
03.1990 - 03.1992

Staff Nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Southern General Hos
03.1987 - 04.1990

General medical ward

Student Nurse

Southern General Hospital
Glasgow
02.1984 - 03.1987

Education

Nicolson Institute
Stornoway, Western Isles

Skills

  • excellent communication skills
  • critical thinking & problem solving
  • organisational skills
  • time management
  • collaborative working with multi disciplinary teams
  • adaptability to meet patient needs
  • compassion & empathy

Accomplishments

Awarded MBE by Queen Elizabeth 2 in 2016 for services to Stoma Patients

Timeline

Carer for parents

Family
01.2024 - 12.2025

Home carer

JB Agency
04.2021 - 06.2022

Administrative assistant

NHS Lothian Staff Bank
06.2020 - 01.2024

Senior Stoma Nurse Specialist

NHS Lothian Royal Hospital for Sick Children
08.2003 - 05.2019

Staff nurse / Deputy Charge Nurse

NHS Lothian Royal Hospital for Sick Children
03.1992 - 08.2003

Student Nurse

NHS Lothian
03.1990 - 03.1992

Staff Nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Southern General Hos
03.1987 - 04.1990

Student Nurse

Southern General Hospital
02.1984 - 03.1987

Nicolson Institute
Christeen Smith