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Gillian Lorimer

Newtownards,Newtownards

Summary

Dedicated mental health professional with extensive expertise in mental health evaluation and fostering therapeutic environments. Demonstrates proficiency in treatment planning, pharmacological therapy, and holistic care approaches, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in nursing supervision and clinical leadership, with a strong focus on staff training and performance management. Adept at prioritising workloads and maintaining resilience in stressful situations, while effectively implementing infection control practices and wound dressing techniques. Committed to responsive leadership and dispute resolution, enhancing team adaptability to change. Career goals include advancing clinical leadership roles to further improve patient care standards.

Compassionate and driven, with strong foundation in patient care and team leadership. Combines critical thinking and communication skills to provide exceptional support in healthcare setting. Ready to make meaningful contributions to patient outcomes and team success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sister

Movilla Nursing Home
Newtownards, Down
2024.01 - Current

Nurse in charge of shift, co ordinating, training new staff, delivering clinical supervision sessions.

  • Holding interviews, probation reviews, disciplinary investigations.
  • Completely daily weekly and monthly audits and supporting home manager.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly; promptly identifying any abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
  • Applied infection control protocols; minimising cross-contamination risks in the home.
  • Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
  • Enhanced team collaboration with clear and concise communication.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and needs; enhancing patient satisfaction.
  • Formulated nursing diagnoses based on assessment data; providing targeted interventions where necessary.
  • Explained medical procedures to patients, fostering understanding and trust.
  • Prioritised tasks based on urgency and severity to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices, reducing infection risks.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for seamless healthcare delivery.
  • Implemented care plans to improve patient outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Administered medications for effective pain management.

Agency Nurse

Peninsula Care
Newtownards, Down
2022.03 - 2025.10
  • All duties in line with registered nurse.
  • Handled emergency situations swiftly, reducing risk factors significantly.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care provision.
  • Documented all nursing actions meticulously, enabling accurate record-keeping for future references.
  • Took charge of wound dressing changes, preventing infections or complications.
  • Performed nursing procedures, enhancing patient comfort and wellbeing.
  • Utilised evidence-based practice guidelines in providing optimum care to patients.
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for peaceful transitions.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly with accuracy, detecting anomalies promptly.
  • Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for patients.

Clinical Assessor

Capita
Home based, Down
2022.10 - 2024.01
  • Assessing clients physical and mental health needs and report writing.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.

Registered Nurse

Healthcare Ireland
Newtownards, Down
2020.10 - 2022.09
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
  • Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
  • Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
  • Provided comprehensive patient care.
  • Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
  • Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
  • Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
  • Administered medication for symptom management.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
  • Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
  • Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
  • Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
  • Tested glucose and administered injections.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.

Mental Health Nurse

BHSCT
Belfast, Antrim
2018.10 - 2020.06
  • Improved patient well-being by implementing effective mental health interventions.
  • Coordinated discharge planning process for smooth transition of patients into the community.
  • Responded promptly to mental health crises ensuring immediate intervention.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with patients, promoted mental wellness.
  • Administered emergency first aid when required, ensured physical wellbeing of patients.
  • Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to identify specific patient needs.
  • Offered emotional support to distressed patients, instilled hope during recovery process.
  • Educated families on mental illness management strategies promoting home-based care.
  • Advocated for patients' rights; fostered an environment of respect and dignity.
  • Administered prescribed medication; monitored side effects for safety assurance.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions that encouraged peer interaction and support.
  • Devised individualised treatment plans for optimal results.
  • Established rapport with patients to foster trust and open communication.
  • Assisted with therapy sessions resulting in improved patient outcomes.
  • Provided compassionate care for enhanced patient comfort and satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, ensured comprehensive patient care.
  • Conducted regular ward rounds; monitored progress and made necessary adjustments to care plans.
  • Prevented violent situations, using de-escalation skills to manage aggressive patients.
  • Briefed patients regarding de-escalation methods to help manage emotions.
  • Encouraged patients to engage in therapeutic and creative activities to assist healing process.
  • Recorded reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
  • Consulted with psychiatrists and other behavioural health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients.
  • Mentored and supervised mental health support workers to uphold best practices in dealing with patients.
  • Provided cognitive behaviour therapy for depression and anxiety patients to manage healing.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing

Quuens University Belfast
Belfast
2015.09 - 2018.06

Skills

  • Knowledge of mental disorders
  • Mental health evaluation
  • Fostering therapeutic environment
  • Holistic care approach
  • Practical de-escalation techniques
  • Pharmacological therapy knowledge
  • Resilience in stressful situations
  • Treatment planning and implementation
  • Workload prioritisation
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Infection control practices
  • Wound dressing techniques
  • Responsive leadership
  • Nursing supervision
  • Clinical leadership
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Staff training
  • Performance Management
  • Patient record auditing
  • Patient assessments
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Adaptability to change
  • Time efficiency
  • Initiative taking

Accomplishments

Nurse of the Year - Peninsula Care Awards 2023

Timeline

Sister

Movilla Nursing Home
2024.01 - Current

Clinical Assessor

Capita
2022.10 - 2024.01

Agency Nurse

Peninsula Care
2022.03 - 2025.10

Registered Nurse

Healthcare Ireland
2020.10 - 2022.09

Mental Health Nurse

BHSCT
2018.10 - 2020.06

Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing

Quuens University Belfast
2015.09 - 2018.06
Gillian Lorimer