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Francine  Clarke

Francine Clarke

Staff Nurse
Rhyl,Denbighshire

Summary

Hardworking nursing professional bringing 16+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to Trauma Orthopaedic patients. Knowledgeable about pre and pst surgical requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Driven, hardworking and veteran Adult Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 22 year record of success in nursing and desiring Job caring position with BCUHB facility. Skilled nursing professional with more than 22 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an assessor position. Ready to seek and maintain part time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I am looking for a new opportunity within the nursing profession now that I have retired from the NHS

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Trauma Orthopaedic Staff Nurse

BCUHB
Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ
05.2006 - 09.2022
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.

HCSW

BCUHB
Bodelwyddan, North Wales
05.2000 - 05.2003
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Care Worker

Conwy Council
Abergele, North Wales
01.1989 - 01.1997
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Adult Nursing

Bangor University, Bangor
05.2003 - 05.2006

Primary School

Lleweyn, Rhyl
09.1969 - 05.1980

GCSE - English,Art,Maths,Biology,, Parental Study,

Rhyl High School, High School
09.1980 - 06.1987

Skills

Intake and discharge

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Timeline

Trauma Orthopaedic Staff Nurse - BCUHB
05.2006 - 09.2022
Bangor University - Associate Degree In Nursing, Adult Nursing
05.2003 - 05.2006
HCSW - BCUHB
05.2000 - 05.2003
Care Worker - Conwy Council
01.1989 - 01.1997
Rhyl High School - , GCSE - English,Art,Maths,Biology,, Parental Study,
09.1980 - 06.1987
Lleweyn - , Primary School
09.1969 - 05.1980
Francine ClarkeStaff Nurse