Claire Medlam
Worksop,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Dedicated professional specializing in accessibility and inclusion, with proven skills in effective communication and team leadership. Expertise in nursing care planning, particularly in autism awareness and safeguarding practices. Committed to holistic care and resilience, utilizing project management skills to enhance mentoring and trust within teams. Focused on advancing inclusive practices in healthcare and education, while adapting learning styles for diverse populations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3996
3996
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Community Learning Disability Nurse Lead
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire
01.2005 - Current
- Continuous professional development to remain abreast of current nursing practices in line with NMC and Trust expectations.
- Trained staff members on best practices for dealing with behaviours that are barriers to learning and social inclusion.
- Communicates complex medical information to non-medical personnel and families, contributing to EHCPs and Continuing Healthcare Assessments.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory NMC standards, prioritising patient safety consistently.
- Develop strategies for educational staff, parents, and carers on supporting children with SEN needs and neurodiverse conditions.
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive data in accordance with Data Protection Act requirements.
- Advocates for service users rights, ensuring dignity and respect in all interactions.
- Promote healthy behaviours and lifestyle choices by creating plans that foster positive outcomes and enhance communication.
- Liaise with external agencies such as social services and educational institutions to coordinate patient care.
- Develop personalised care plans for individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families during difficult periods.
- Manage crises effectively, implementing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Assist and supervise team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Oversee, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Supported community health initiatives and delivered training targeted at specific groups.
Education
Diploma in Nursing RNLD - Registered Learning Disability Nurse
University of Nottingham
Nottingham 09.1996 - 09.1999
A-Levels - English Literature, Mathematics and Business Studies
Post 16 Valley Comprehensive School
Worksop 09.1993 - 07.1999
Interprofessional Mentor Preparations - Teaching and Assessing
University of Nottingham
NottinghamBest Interest Assessor - Healthcare
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, EnglandNVQ Assessor Course A1 & A2 - Teaching and Assessing
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
NottinghamIncredible Years Parent Group Leader Training - Child development
Bangor University
BangorGCSEs - Mathematics
Valley Comprehensive School
WorksopGCSEs - English
Valley School Worksop
Worksop, NottinghamshireSkills
- Accessibility and inclusion methods
- Effective communication in both written and verbally
- Team leadership
- Adaptability to special needs
- Nursing care planning
- Autism awareness
- Safeguarding practices
- Holistic care
- Resilience under pressure
- Project management
- Learning style adaptation
- Trust building
- Proactive mentoring
Affiliations
- socialising
- Travel
- Walking
Timeline
Community Learning Disability Nurse Lead
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
01.2005 - Current
Diploma in Nursing RNLD - Registered Learning Disability Nurse
University of Nottingham
09.1996 - 09.1999
A-Levels - English Literature, Mathematics and Business Studies
Post 16 Valley Comprehensive School
09.1993 - 07.1999
Interprofessional Mentor Preparations - Teaching and Assessing
University of Nottingham
Best Interest Assessor - Healthcare
University of Birmingham
NVQ Assessor Course A1 & A2 - Teaching and Assessing
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Incredible Years Parent Group Leader Training - Child development
Bangor University
GCSEs - Mathematics
Valley Comprehensive School
GCSEs - English
Valley School Worksop