Elizabeth Mullins
Dorchester,Dorset
Summary
Offering strong foundation in leadership and healthcare management, with focus on team coordination and patient care. Knowledgeable about implementing clinical protocols and driving quality improvements. Ready to use and develop leadership, communication, and organisational skills in Clinical lead role.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Acting clinical lead on Ward
Circle health care
Dorchester, Dorset
2024.06 - Current
- Achieved high level of staff motivation through effective leadership and communication.
- Promoted adherence to infection control guidelines amongst staff members for safer working conditions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest medical advancement, delivering better patient outcomes as a result.
- Assisted in recruitment processes to ensure selection of competent clinical staff.
- Delivered efficient health services by maintaining close liaison with multidisciplinary teams.
- Fostered a positive work environment through transparent communication and fair decision-making processes.
- Participated actively in departmental meetings, contributing valuable insights from frontline experience.
- Improved quality standards with thorough audit processes and performance reviews.
Ward sister
Circle health group
Dorchester, Dorset
2019.06 - 2024.06
- Adhered to infection control protocols, minimising disease spread in the ward.
- Prioritised tasks effectively, meeting critical deadlines within the busy ward environment.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring swift resolution and minimal distress for patients and staff alike.
- Monitored patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed.
- Achieved positive work environment by fostering team collaboration.
- Led regular ward meetings, promoting open communication among staff.
- Managed nursing team for optimal ward efficiency.
- Improved patient satisfaction by implementing high-quality healthcare practices.
- Administered medication accurately to ensure patient wellbeing.
- Advocated for patients' rights; ensured they were informed about their medical conditions and treatments.
- Demonstrated empathy and understanding when communicating with patients and their families, enhancing overall service experience.
- Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to hospital regulations.
- Enhanced staff morale by recognising and rewarding exceptional performance.
- Liaised with doctors to deliver personalised patient care plans.
- Facilitated smooth shift changes through effective handover procedures.
Registered nurse
Wimborne nursing agency
Poole , Dorset
2016.05 - 2019.06
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
Registered nurse
BMI
Dorchester, Dorset
2007.11 - 2016.05
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Participated actively in continuous professional development activities; stayed abreast of latest advancements in healthcare industry.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
Registered nurse
East Somerset NHS Trust
Yeovil, Somerset
1999.06 - 2001.12
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
Community staff nurse
Dorset health Care Trust
Sherborne , Dorset
1995.05 - 1999.05
- Administered medication to manage patients' symptoms.
- Coordinated appointments with other healthcare specialists as needed.
- Managed wound care duties, resulting in faster recovery times for patients.
- Offered emotional support to patients and their families during stressful periods.
- Facilitated discharge planning process, ensuring seamless transition of patients from hospital to home environments.
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals for optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed individualised care plans catering to unique patient needs.
- Provided comprehensive patient education with a focus on prevention.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of care.
- Maintained updated knowledge on latest nursing trends, enhancing practice proficiency.
- Ensured confidentiality whilst handling sensitive patient information.
- Improved patient comfort by providing high-quality care and support.
Registered Staff Nurse
East Somerset NHS Trust
Yeovil, Somerset
1993.02 - 1995.05
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- 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.
- Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
Education
A-Levels - Theatre Studies
Beaminster School
Beaminster 1986.09 - 1988.06
A-Levels - ART
Beaminster School
Beaminster 1986.09 - 1988.06
GCSEs - Maths, English Lang, English lit, Biology, Geography, Art, Drama, History.
Beaminster School
Beaminster 1984.09 - 1986.06
Registered nurse - Nursing
Bath and Swindon college of nursing
Bath10.1992
Skills
- Mental resilience
- Quality assurance auditing
- Infection control practices
- Quality assurance oversight
- Surgical procedures expertise
- Proactive communication
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical leadership
- Medication Administration
- Performance Management
- Empathetic communication
- Clinical judgement
- Patient care management
- Compassionate care
- Duty delegation
- Patient record auditing
- Workload prioritisation
- Healthcare improvement
- Empathy and compassion
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pain management techniques
Timeline
Acting clinical lead on Ward
Circle health care
2024.06 - Current
Ward sister
Circle health group
2019.06 - 2024.06
Registered nurse
Wimborne nursing agency
2016.05 - 2019.06
Registered nurse
BMI
2007.11 - 2016.05
Registered nurse
East Somerset NHS Trust
1999.06 - 2001.12
Community staff nurse
Dorset health Care Trust
1995.05 - 1999.05
Registered Staff Nurse
East Somerset NHS Trust
1993.02 - 1995.05
A-Levels - Theatre Studies
Beaminster School
1986.09 - 1988.06
A-Levels - ART
Beaminster School
1986.09 - 1988.06
GCSEs - Maths, English Lang, English lit, Biology, Geography, Art, Drama, History.
Beaminster School
1984.09 - 1986.06
Registered nurse - Nursing
Bath and Swindon college of nursing