Emily Sullivan

• Advanced Mental Health Assessment and Management
  Provide advanced assessment and management of patients in mental health crisis, including mental state exam, risk, and capacity assessments.
• Crisis Intervention and Psychological Support
  Deliver de-escalation, brief psychological support, and safe, person-centred crisis interventions.
• Emergency Response and Critical Care
  Respond to multiple medical emergencies, delivering critical pre-hospital care and Immediate Life Support (ILS).
• Autonomous Practice and Multi-Agency Collaboration
  Work autonomously and collaborate with police, crisis teams, safeguarding, and wider MDT colleagues to ensure safe and appropriate care pathways.
• Reducing Emergency Department Conveyance
  Reduce unnecessary ED conveyance through early specialist input and effective referrals.
• Mentorship and Specialist Advice
  Offer expert advice and mentorship to ambulance staff regarding mental health presentations.
• Documentation and Compliance
  Maintain high-quality documentation and compliance with legal and organisational standards.
• Trauma-Informed and Recovery-Focused Care
  Promote trauma-informed, recovery-focused care, advocating for patient rights and wellbeing.
• Reflective Practice and Professional Development
  Engage in reflective practice and ongoing professional development to maintain specialist competence.

Required to complete a Masters in

Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)

• Patient Care & Assessment: Developed rapport with coworkers and hospital staff to facilitate patient care, assess the severity of emergent medical incidents, and deliver appropriate treatment while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Critical Decision-Making: Executed informed critical decisions in high-pressure situations and effectively managed stress to ensure clear-headed, proactive patient care.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintained detailed records of patient care and treatment, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and promptly.
• Emergency Response & Transport: Operated emergency vehicles safely to transport patients, monitored their status during transit, and administered tests and medication as needed.
• Professional Development & Mentorship: Demonstrated commitment to quality care through continuous training and development, while acting as a mentor to students and fostering clinical and professional growth.

During my apprenticeship, I completed a foundation degree in paramedic science, which provided me with a solid educational foundation while allowing me to train on the job. This hands-on experience was instrumental in developing my skills and knowledge necessary for delivering top-class patient care.

• Comprehensive Training: Engaged in rigorous training that enhanced my ability to assess the severity of emergency medical incidents and deliver appropriate care within my scope of practice. I learned to effectively communicate and collaborate with coworkers and local hospital staff, ensuring seamless patient care.
• Emergency Response Skills: Gained practical experience in operating emergency vehicles safely, administering tests and medication, and monitoring patients during transport. This training honed my ability to perform under pressure while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Commitment to Quality Care: Cultivated a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, which included maintaining accurate records of patient care and treatment. I proactively assessed patients' social and environmental conditions, ensuring a holistic approach to their well-being.

This apprenticeship not only equipped me with the technical skills needed for effective emergency response but also fostered a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.