Joanne Broome
Ashington,Northumberland
Summary
A highly skilled Band 5 registered nurse with extensive expertise in palliative care and a strong foundation in healthcare quality improvement. Proficient in medical software, pharmacology, and clinical procedure preparations, with a proven track record in trauma patient handling and chronic wound care. Demonstrates good leadership in nursing, ensuring first-class patient care through compassionate bedside manner and effective communication with family members. Adept at managing caseloads, performing intravenous therapy, and executing blood transfusion protocols. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety through infection prevention and control measures, while aspiring to further advance skills in elderly care and rehabilitation assessments.
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 15 years of experience delivering care to a variety patients from AE to end of life palliative . Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Nurse, respiratory, AE, Surgical and palliative.
Northumberland NHS
trust wide, Northumberland
08.2013 - Current
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
- Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
- Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
- Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 20 patients per shift.
- Worked on a ratio of one nurse to 12 patients, providing consistent and effective care.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Used outstanding planning and prioritisation abilities to safely care for 12-20 patients.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Used outstanding planning and prioritisation abilities to safely care for up to 20 patients.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
AE staff nurse
Pennine Acute trust
manchester, Manchester
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
Education
National Diploma in Adult Nursing - Adult Nursing
University of Salford
Salford 03.2010 -
Skills
- Palliative care expertise
- Urinalysis processing
- Computerised charting
- Vital signs measurement
- Elderly care competencies
- End-Of-Life care assistance
- Nurse leadership
- Communication with family members
- Clinical procedure preparations
- Caseload management
- Adult care
- Chronic wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- First-class patient care
- Caring bedside manner
- Wound dressing
- Falls risk identification
- Tube insertion and removal
- Oxygen administration
- Infection prevention and control
- Palliative Care
- Medication Administration
- Phlebotomy
- Compassionate care
- Patient comfort
- Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
- Emotional resilience
- Catheter and tracheotomy care
- Clinical assessment tools
- Rehabilitation assessments
Affiliations
- my hobbies include fostering dogs from abroad until they find thier forever home.
- i enjoy holistic treatments including reiki and meditating
- learning to speak french
Accomplishments
i attended a nurse in charge course which has help me develop as a nurse
Languages
French
Beginner
Timeline
Nurse, respiratory, AE, Surgical and palliative.
Northumberland NHS
08.2013 - Current
AE staff nurse
Pennine Acute trust
08.2010 - 08.2015
National Diploma in Adult Nursing - Adult Nursing
University of Salford
03.2010 -
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