Elizabeth Harris
Herne Bay,Kent
Summary
I have been a registered nurse for 21 years. I have been a community nurse for 17 years (Band 5). Caseload manager (Band 6) for community nursing for 3 years, with extensive expertise in advanced life support, palliative care including recognising deterioration in patients towards end of life, catheter care including insertion, extensive knowledge in wound care, working in a multi disciplinary team, diabetes care including insulin administration and GP reviews, managing a team of nurse and junior staff and caseload managing. Proven skills in patient-focused care planning and compassionate communication. Certified in phlebotomy and basic life support, with strong capabilities in respiratory care and wound dressing. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective time management and integration of disease management programs.
Offering strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Knowledgeable about team collaboration, project management, and customer relations. Ready to use and develop organisational, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills in my caseload management role.
I am a compassionate Registered Nurse with strong clinical knowledge and exceptional communication skills. Proficient in patient care and teamwork, ensuring seamless coordination and support in healthcare settings. Committed to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes through dedicated service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
38
38
years of post-secondary education
Work history
CASELOAD MANAGER, COMMUNITY NURSE
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Herne Bay, Kent
2023.08 - Current
- Administered medication to ensure health stabilisation.
- Developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive healthcare delivery.
- Provided emotional support for improved patient wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient care by creating personalised nursing plans.
- Managed complex cases with sound decision-making skills.
- Upheld privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
- Maintained a hygienic environment, reduced infection rates.
- Updated patient records by meticulous documentation.
- Coordinated with medical team, ensured seamless patient treatment.
- Encouraged staff collaboration leading to enhanced teamwork.
- Educated patients about their conditions for informed decisions.
- Consistently monitored patient health and wellbeing to recognise deterioration and initiate appropriate action.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Managed progression of care coordination between teams and across areas.
- Trained and developed junior nurses to successfully pass their probation period.
- Oversaw admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
BANK NURSE, COMMUNITY NURSE
PULSE
Canterbury, Kent
2010.08 - 2023.07
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Participated regularly in professional development activities to enhance nursing skills.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
Community nurse
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Ramsgate, Kent
2008.10 - 2009.03
- Liaised with carers for better support at home.
- Assessed nutritional needs of patients with chronic conditions, enhanced their diet quality.
- Developed personalised care plans to enhance patient recovery.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team for seamless service provision.
- Ensured continuity of care by maintaining accurate records.
- Actively participated in professional development activities to stay updated on latest practices.
- Delivered compassionate care, eased patient anxiety.
- Upheld high standards of clinical hygiene, prevented infection spread.
- Ensured vaccinations were administered timely, prevented disease outbreak within the community.
- Maintained confidentiality in all aspects of nursing practice.
- Provided health education to promote community well-being.
- Assisted families with end-of-life care decisions for peaceful transitions.
- Demonstrated sensitivity towards cultural diversity in the community served.
- Administered medication to manage symptoms effectively.
- Conducted home visits, ensured patient comfort.
- Managed patient care for improved health outcomes.
- Established rapport with patients, fostered trust and cooperation.
- Worked flexibly to meet changing patient needs and schedules.
- Prevented hospital admissions by providing detailed, comprehensive client education regarding infection prevention and control.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge in latest nursing techniques and best practices for high quality care.
- Provided wound care, medication management and health promotion to patients receiving at-home care.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
- Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.
- Contributed to holistic planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated ability of existing care plans to cater to complex patient needs, implementing changes as necessary.
- Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
- Assisted patients with ongoing care needs to promote speedy recovery.
- Prioritised dignity and compassion to provide highly regarded end-of-life care.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
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Registered nurse, Accident and Emergency
Kent and Medway NHS Trust
Gillingham, Kent
2006.09 - 2007.08
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Assisted doctors during procedures, ensuring successful operations.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for smooth transition from hospital to home environment.
- Conducted triage in accident and emergency department for effective patient management.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Facilitated the recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
registered nurse, Bupa nursing home
Bupa
Westgate on Sea, Kent
2004.09 - 2006.07
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients' families during tough times.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring data integrity.
- Devised personalised nursing care plans for each assigned patient.
- Delivered high-quality nursing services to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Administered prescribed medications, alleviating symptoms.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - ADULT NURSING
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury 2003.09 - 2006.08
NVQ Level 2 - health and social care
Plumstead Manor 6th form
London 2000.09 - 2002.06
GCSEs - Mathematics
plumstead manor school
London 1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - English literature
Plumstead Manor school
London 1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - English Literature
Plumstead Manor school
London 1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Double science
Plumstead Manor School
London 1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Physical Education
Plumstead Manor School
London 1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Geography
Plumstead Manor School
London 1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Religious Education
Plumstead Manor School
Kent 1995.09 - 2000.06
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Palliative approach to care
- Adapting to changing situations
- Care planning proficiency
- Time management expertise
- Emergency room competence
- Respiratory care aptitude
- Patient-Focused listening
- Phlebotomy certified
- Pain management specialist
- Palliative care knowledge
- Wound dressing proficiency
- Coaching new staff members
- Medication administration oversight
- Restorative care understanding
- Prioritising patient needs
- Patient care
- Dementia care
- Medication Administration
- Medicine administration
- Catheterisation
- Care planning
- Phlebotomy
- Emotional awareness
- Wound care specialist
- Staff performance evaluations
- Taking vitals
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Patient advising
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Documenting vitals
- Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care
- Triaging
- Diabetes management
- Disease management programmes
- Emergency protocols
- Medical clinical procedures comprehension
- Patient education
- Updating computer records
- Catheters
- Compassionate communication
- Care plan development
Timeline
CASELOAD MANAGER, COMMUNITY NURSE
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
2023.08 - Current
BANK NURSE, COMMUNITY NURSE
PULSE
2010.08 - 2023.07
Community nurse
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
2008.10 - 2009.03
Registered nurse, Accident and Emergency
Kent and Medway NHS Trust
2006.09 - 2007.08
registered nurse, Bupa nursing home
Bupa
2004.09 - 2006.07
Diploma of Higher Education - ADULT NURSING
Canterbury Christ Church University
2003.09 - 2006.08
NVQ Level 2 - health and social care
Plumstead Manor 6th form
2000.09 - 2002.06
GCSEs - Mathematics
plumstead manor school
1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - English literature
Plumstead Manor school
1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - English Literature
Plumstead Manor school
1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Double science
Plumstead Manor School
1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Physical Education
Plumstead Manor School
1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Geography
Plumstead Manor School
1995.09 - 2000.06
GCSEs - Religious Education
Plumstead Manor School
1995.09 - 2000.06