Janette Short
Forres,Moray
Summary
I feel that I am a Registered General Nurse who has the ability to provide comprehensive patient care through effective assessments and personalised care plans. Monitors vital signs where required and administers medications to achieve optimal health outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and maintain independence
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered General Nurse
NHS Grampian
Elgin, Moray
04.2024 - Current
- Delivered dialysis treatment to patients, including obtaining venous and central line access. During treatment, I observed patients for any signs of adverse reactions and treated them appropriately with online fluid boluses. I also obtained monthly blood samples to verify treatment adequacy and changed prescriptions in accordance with medical staff guidance.
Registered Nurse
Meadowlark Care Home , Renaissance Care
Forres, Moray
06.2023 - 11.2024
- To provide 24-hour care, manage the complex health needs of residents by assessing, planning, and delivering personalised care. Administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and coordinating with other health professionals. Offer emotional support to residents and their families. To ensure safety, comfort, and a high quality of life while supervising and supporting other members of staff.
Registered General Nurse
NHS Grampian
Elgin, Moray
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Administered comprehensive critical care nursing services, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration to enable timely interventions.
- Administered medications, performed diagnostic tests and operated monitoring devices to determine diagnosis of patient.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to plan and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, facilitating coping strategies during illness and recovery.
Nursery Manager
NHS Grampian
Elgin, Moray
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed a team of registered nurses and healthcare assistants, promoting a culture of high-quality patient care.
- Oversaw induction and training of new nursing staff, strengthening team skills and supporting continuous professional development.
- Assessed staff performance levels to drive continual improvements in care provisions.
- Performed thorough risk assessments, prioritising patient safety and wellbeing for ongoing care compliance.
- Facilitated team meetings to address patient care challenges, enhancing collaborative problem-solving.
- Ensured high standard documentation of all nursing activities and patient interactions, supporting legal compliance and quality assurance efforts.
Lead Resuscitation Officer
NHS Grampian
Elgin, Moray
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Leading and managing NHS Gramoian Resuscitation services with a focus on training, policies, equipment, and audit to ensure high standards in managing cardiac arrests and deteriorating patients. Acting as an expert resource and ensuring staff competency in basic, intermediate and advanced life support
Resuscitation Officer
NHS Grampian
Elgin, Moray
04.2010 - 08.2018
- To train staff in life-saving skills.
- To manage resuscitation equipment across acute and community settings within NHS Grampian.
- To provide both clinical and staff support during cardiac arrests, ensuring that staff are following the latest Resuscitation Council guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Professional nursing Practice
Robert Gordon's University
Aberdeen 2022
Diploma of Higher Education - Registered Nurse
Norther District College of Nursing
Glasgow, GLG1985
A-Levels - English
Woodside Comprehensive
Glasgow, GLG1981
A-Levels - biology
Woodside Comprehensive
Glasgow, GLG1981
GCSEs - English
Woodside Comprehensive
Glasgow, GLG1980
GCSEs - History
Woodside Comprehensive
Glasgow, GLG1980
GCSEs - Arithmetic
Woodside Comprehensive
Glasgow, GLG1980
GCSEs - biology
Woodside Comprehensive
Glasgow, GLG1980
Skills
I feel that I have the necessary skills to carry out this role, ensuring a high standard of care, eg
Patient assessment to ensure that the appropriate personalised care and treatment are carried out, ensuring that medication administration is carried out accurately and safely
Ensuring that residents are supported to maintain independence, that they have a voice, and are treated with respect
Timeline
Registered General Nurse
NHS Grampian
04.2024 - Current
Registered General Nurse
NHS Grampian
12.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Meadowlark Care Home , Renaissance Care
06.2023 - 11.2024
Nursery Manager
NHS Grampian
03.2022 - 05.2023
Lead Resuscitation Officer
NHS Grampian
08.2018 - 03.2022
Resuscitation Officer
NHS Grampian
04.2010 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Professional nursing Practice
Robert Gordon's University
Diploma of Higher Education - Registered Nurse
Norther District College of Nursing
A-Levels - English
Woodside Comprehensive
A-Levels - biology
Woodside Comprehensive
GCSEs - English
Woodside Comprehensive
GCSEs - History
Woodside Comprehensive
GCSEs - Arithmetic
Woodside Comprehensive
GCSEs - biology
Woodside Comprehensive