Colleen Kerr Elson
Cotswold District,Gloucestershire
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with expertise in geriatric and dementia care. Proficient in care planning, medication management, and risk assessment. Committed to providing high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering effective communication with families.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Functional Assessor
Serco LTD
Hybrid, Gloucestershire
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Assessed clients' functional capabilities to determine eligibility for support services.
- Documented detailed reports of assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilised a variety of assessment tools to evaluate clients' physical and mental health needs.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance understanding of assessment protocols and best practices.
Registered General Nurse
Cavendish Park Care Home,Majesticare Ltd
Offenham, Worcestershire
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to 57 residents, ensuring adherence to individual care plans and effective communication with families.
- Administered medications using EMAR system, closely monitoring patient responses and maintaining accurate records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall resident wellbeing and educated families on health management practices.
Registered General Nurse
Mill House Care Home, Caring Homes/Aria Care LTD
Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire
01.2019 - 07.2024
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to 45 residents with diverse medical needs.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualised care plans for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in resident conditions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall resident wellbeing.
- Developed individualised nursing care plans based on patient assessment results.
- Oversaw smooth running of unit through efficient resource management including staff rosters and equipment inventory checks.
- Performed wound dressings whilst adhering strictly to hygiene standards.
- Supported training and mentoring of new nursing staff in daily procedures.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate medication records for residents.
Registered General Nurse
Hospiten Group Ltd
Montego Bay, Jamaica
01.2008 - 12.2018
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and best practice guidelines.
- Monitored patient conditions continuously, identifying changes and responding promptly to ensure safety and wellbeing.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures to promote understanding and compliance.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain safe environment and minimise risks to residents and staff.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols in daily nursing practice for safe environment.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance through shared knowledge.
School Nurse
Spot Valley High School
Montego Bay, Jamaica
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Provided comprehensive health assessments and interventions for 1500 students to promote well-being.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to develop individual health plans tailored to specific needs.
- Educated students on health-related topics including hygiene nutrition and mental health awareness.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing - Nursing
Cornwall School of Nursing
Jamaica 10.1999 - 10.2022
Certificate - Child Psychology
University of the West Indies
Jamaica 09.1997 - 07.1998
High School Diploma - General Knowledge
Montego Bay High School
Jamaica 09.1993 - 07.1998
Skills
- Knowledge of regulatory standards, professional integrity
- Risk assessment techniques and management, knowledge of assessment tools, health and Safety Compliance
- Care planning proficiency, recording and reporting, use of PCS system
- Wound care management proficiency
- Medication management use of EMAR system
- Quality control techniques, performance monitoring
- Geriatric ,dementia care knowledge
- Rapport building, patient interaction
- Cardiac life support qualified
- Adapting to changing situations
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Prioritising patient needs
- Palliative care knowledge ,empathy and compassion
- Time management efficiency, decision-Making proficiency
- Catheterisation, enteral nutrition
- Care planning
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
Short listed for; "Best for Nursing Care" award, 2021
Certification
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC),
Basic Life Support,
Manual Handling,
Infection Prevention and control,
Safeguarding Adults, young people and children,
Fire safety,
Medication administration,
Information Governance/GDPR,
Health safety and welfare,
Equality and diversity,
Mental capacity act (MCA),
Equality and diversity human rights,
Conflict resolution,
Essentials of digital clinical safety.
Affiliations
- Gardening enthusiast, love to sing and interact with the elderly who have a wealth of knowledge to share
- Years of experience in Geriatric Care which I am passionate about
Timeline
Functional Assessor
Serco LTD
08.2025 - 10.2025
Registered General Nurse
Cavendish Park Care Home,Majesticare Ltd
07.2024 - 07.2025
Registered General Nurse
Mill House Care Home, Caring Homes/Aria Care LTD
01.2019 - 07.2024
Registered General Nurse
Hospiten Group Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2018
School Nurse
Spot Valley High School
01.2007 - 12.2007
Diploma in General Nursing - Nursing
Cornwall School of Nursing
10.1999 - 10.2022
Certificate - Child Psychology
University of the West Indies
09.1997 - 07.1998
High School Diploma - General Knowledge
Montego Bay High School
09.1993 - 07.1998