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Ciara Trainor

Telford,Shropshire

Summary

Registered adult nurse with a strong background in end-of-life care and nursing excellence. Expertise in wound care and patient-centred approaches, driving successful outcomes through collaboration and medication management. Engaged in obtaining prescribing authority to expand clinical competencies.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Clinical Validation Clinician (Nurse) 999

West Midlands Ambulance Service
Dudley, West Midlands
09.2022 - Current

Band 7 Nurse:

  • Conducted telephone triage assessments to evaluate health needs effectively.
  • Prioritised critical cases, ensuring timely intervention for urgent medical situations.
  • Identified alternative services to replace ambulance responses where appropriate.
  • Reduced Emergency Department attendance through targeted triaging and service recommendations.

Clinical advisor (Nurse) 111

West Midlands Ambulance Service
Dudley, West Midlands
01.2022 - 09.2022

Band 6 Nurse:

  • Executed clinical assessments that supported effective decision-making regarding health concerns.
  • Provided timely medical advice via clinical telephone triage to guarantee appropriate care.
  • Optimised patient pathways, ensuring seamless access to necessary services.
  • Delivered guidance for remote self-care, empowering patients in health management.

Community staff nurse

Birmingham Community Healthcare
Birmingham, West Midlands
04.2020 - 01.2022

Band 5 Nurse:

  • Executed comprehensive medical services customised to individual needs, addressing chronic conditions.
  • Conducted thorough health assessments to inform personalised care approaches.
  • Administered medications and provided wound care, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
  • Implemented palliative care measures, enhancing comfort for patients in need.
  • Supported patient independence, significantly improving overall quality of life.

Staff Nurse (Stroke)

University Hospital Birmingham
Solihull, West Midlands
11.2019 - 03.2020

Band 5 Nurse:

  • Conducted clinical assessments and delivered high-quality care to patients.
  • Oversaw medication management, prioritising safety and efficacy.
  • Championing patient dignity through compassionate interactions.
  • Promoted effective communication and teamwork within healthcare teams.

Health care assistant

University Hospital Birmingham
Birmingham, West Midlands
11.2016 - 11.2019
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring smooth recovery path.
  • Escorted patients for tests or procedures within hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.

Education

Postgraduate credit - Non-medical prescribing for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals

University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
09.2024 - 03.2026

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

Birmingham City University
Birmingham, England
09.2016 - 08.2019

Access to Health - Nursing/Midwifery/Paramedics

Solihull College
Solihull
09.2015 - 06.2016

Skills

  • End-of-life care
  • Comprehensive nursing practices - Health Assessment & Non-medical prescribing
  • Wound care
  • Patient-centred care
  • Team collaboration
  • Pharmaceutical oversight
  • Workload management

Affiliations

  • Cookery
  • Baking
  • Reform Pilates

Timeline

Postgraduate credit - Non-medical prescribing for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals

University of Wolverhampton
09.2024 - 03.2026

Clinical Validation Clinician (Nurse) 999

West Midlands Ambulance Service
09.2022 - Current

Clinical advisor (Nurse) 111

West Midlands Ambulance Service
01.2022 - 09.2022

Community staff nurse

Birmingham Community Healthcare
04.2020 - 01.2022

Staff Nurse (Stroke)

University Hospital Birmingham
11.2019 - 03.2020

Health care assistant

University Hospital Birmingham
11.2016 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

Birmingham City University
09.2016 - 08.2019

Access to Health - Nursing/Midwifery/Paramedics

Solihull College
09.2015 - 06.2016
Ciara Trainor