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Hollie Defries

HOVE,UK

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with strong administrative expertise and extensive patient care experience across varied healthcare settings. Skilled in clinical support, emergency response, and patient-centred care in fast-paced environments. Known for building rapport with patients and families, maintaining confidentiality, and streamlining operations. Effective communicator and critical thinker, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes and supporting healthcare teams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Nurse Functional Assessor

Serco Group
Brighton, UK
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive functional assessments for DWP claimants with mental health and physical disabilities.
  • Review medical evidence and conduct structured interviews, producing detailed clinical reports.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining impartiality and professionalism.
  • Consistently exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high-quality reports and meeting key performance indicators (KPIs).

Nurse Vaccinator

Brighton and Hove Federation
Brighton, UK
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Administered COVID-19, flu, and other vaccinations, ensuring patient safety and documentation accuracy.
  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to support public health initiatives.

Supervisor, Client Services

The Garth Homer Society
Victoria, Canada
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Managed daily operations, staff scheduling, and client services for adults with developmental disabilities.
  • Fostered inclusive environments and coordinated multidisciplinary care plans.
  • Engaged with families and community to enhance client well-being and integration.

Disability Analyst

ATOS - IAS (Independent Assessment Services)
Brighton
04.2016 - 09.2023
  • Evaluated PIP cases, including complex and terminal illness claims.
  • Conducted telephone assessments with healthcare professionals and claimants, producing accurate DWP reports.
  • Analyzed clinical data and performed face-to-face assessments including Mental State Observations and spirometry.
  • Collaborated with GPs, Consultants, Community Psychiatric Nurses, and Social Care teams to ensure thorough evaluations.
  • Consistently met productivity and quality targets, incorporating feedback for improvement.

Staff Nurse (Coronary Care Unit)

Brighton Sussex County Hospital
Brighton
10.2014 - 03.2016
  • Delivered nursing care to patients with acute coronary syndrome and cardiac conditions.
  • Skilled in ECG interpretation, rhythm recognition, and intermediate life support.
  • Worked 12-hour shifts providing continuous care in a high-pressure environment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to tailor patient care plans.

Various Nursing Roles (Bank and Agency Nurse)

Brighton and Nottingham
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Provided nursing support across multiple wards, adapting quickly to changing environments.
  • Advocated for patients’ needs and upheld legal and ethical standards in care and documentation.

Education

Diploma - Adult Nursing

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
09.2008 - 07.2012

A-Levels - Film Studies, Media Studies, English language and literature

Lewes Sussex Downs College
Lewes
09.2005 - 09.2007

Skills

  • Cardiac nursing
  • Medication administration
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Analytical thinking
  • Time management

Additional Information

Strong commitment to confidentiality, patient dignity, and high-quality care., Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams., Recognised for initiative, problem-solving, and resilience under pressure.

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Available upon request

Timeline

Nurse Functional Assessor

Serco Group
11.2024 - 06.2025

Nurse Vaccinator

Brighton and Hove Federation
10.2024 - 06.2025

Supervisor, Client Services

The Garth Homer Society
11.2023 - 08.2024

Disability Analyst

ATOS - IAS (Independent Assessment Services)
04.2016 - 09.2023

Staff Nurse (Coronary Care Unit)

Brighton Sussex County Hospital
10.2014 - 03.2016

Various Nursing Roles (Bank and Agency Nurse)

01.2010 - 01.2014

Diploma - Adult Nursing

University of Nottingham
09.2008 - 07.2012

A-Levels - Film Studies, Media Studies, English language and literature

Lewes Sussex Downs College
09.2005 - 09.2007

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