Julie House
Bispham,Lancashire
Summary
I am a qualified registered nurse with over 30 years of experience in general nursing. I am currently working as a primary nurse in nurse-led healthcare at HMP Kirkham, where I have worked for the last nine years. I thoroughly enjoy this role but now feel I would like to progress and move towards new challenges. I would like to be considered for this role so as to enable me to pursue a new challenging and rewarding career, whereby the education, training and experience I have gained will serve a worthy application. I aim to demonstrate a diverse range of acquired skills and abilities to deliver an individual standard of care and support regarding healthcare needs. Working as a primary care Clinical Lead Nurse in a prison nurse-led healthcare setting has given me great experience in team leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and regularly monitoring a busy unit. I have a thorough understanding of the requirements for emergency, triage treatment and delivery in the changes that have been put in place to make them possible safely and successfully. I practice per the NMC Code of Conduct and adhere to the NHS Trust policies, guidelines, and procedures. I am committed to continuing professional development and will endeavour to attend any relevant training courses to increase my knowledge and skills. I currently hold a full-time position, I can ensure continuity and a consistent approach to healthcare needs. I also have the dedication to fulfil the role that provides an excellent opportunity to utilise and build on the skills I already possess to enable me to reach my full potential. I would regard myself as an enthusiastic and committed individual. I am now looking to extend my development and am keen to further my career and knowledge. Thank you for considering my application
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary care Prison nurse
HMP Kirkham Healthcare
Kirkham, Lancashire
01.2015 - Current
- I am part of a wider multidisciplinary team that provides primary care, mental health, and drug abuse services to our patients
- Nurse-led clinics, give medications and treatments, including vaccinations, emergency response, triage, wound care, venepuncture, examinations, and referrals
- Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
- Autonomous face-to-face patient assessment
- Awareness of current healthcare issues, clinical governance, and risk management
- Experience in appraisal and clinical supervision
- Proficient in the use of system one
- Understanding local and national key documents and their impact on healthcare delivery in prison
- Experience in health needs assessments and triage
- Working with Patient Group Directives Practice Nurse, Chronic Disease Management/Minor Injuries experience
- Experience in relevant continuing professional development
- Work collaboratively with mental health and substance misuse teams and visiting practitioners to gain the best outcomes and promote continuity of care
- Acting accordingly and determining the appropriate response to a crisis
- Respond effectively to emergency situations which require a rapid nursing response by analysing the patient, immediate risk, and management strategies
- Assess, observe, and respond to clients at risk of suicide or self-harm, and appropriate clinical intervention, and treatment/referral
- Work within a demanding and highly emotional environment with challenging patients requiring empathy and compassion
- Participate in audits, health and justice performance indicators and NHS data collection activity
- Organise own time and may organise that of fellow staff and learners to attend relevant meetings and participate in discussions concerning the running of the service and management of patients and prisoners
- Deliver training to patients to empower them to self-manage chronic disease
- Deliver high-quality care and intervention to patients by demonstrating up-to-date evidence-based practice
- Deliver programmes of care for individual patients that meet their needs for chronic disease and acute episodes of care
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate episodes of care for all patients
- Conform to NMC professional codes of conduct, safeguarding the well-being and interests of the patient
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and care plans in accordance with NMC standards for record-keeping, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act
- Maintain and attain clinical competencies required for effective care and treatment of individuals within the primary care service
- Ensure compliance with NMC CPD requirements for revalidation.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Used outstanding planning and prioritisation abilities to safely care for [Number] patients.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Collected [Type] samples and prepared them for lab analysis.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Followed NHS procedures and protocols to safely prepare drips and transfusions.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Delivered life support with updated ILS, first aid and CPR training.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
Staff Nurse/ Sister
Century Healthcare
Blackpool, Lancashire
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Assessing residents' physical, psychological, social, and emotional needs
- Administering care and medication
- Maintaining patient records and developing care plans
- Safeguarding
- Advocacy
- Supporting residents and their families
- Managing the day-to-day running of Nursing Homes
- Acting as a role model to junior staff, teaching, and mentoring
- Excellent communication skills
- End of Life Palliative Care -use of syringe drives and enteral nutrition feeding.
- Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Worked on a ratio of one nurse to [Number] patients, providing consistent and effective care.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 50 patients per shift.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Used outstanding planning and prioritisation abilities to safely care for 50 patients.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- 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.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
Agency Staff Nurse
Prestige Nursing and Care
Lancashire, Lancashire
11.2008 - 06.2010
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
Band 6 Staff nurse
NHS Foundation Trust
Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire
06.2002 - 11.2008
- Instructed patients regarding surgical and non-surgical procedures to follow protocols.
- Consulted patients with birth defects, injuries and scars to perform best treatment.
- Utilised photographs to provide visual expectations for patients.
- Ordered radiology tests to assess diagnostic images.
- Removed stitches and inspected incisions to monitor healing of wounds.
- Communicated with plastic surgeons to brainstorm ideas of best surgical treatments.
- Collaborated with nurses and residents to align surgical treatments.
- Applied prosthetic devices to restore appearance of patients.
- Advise patients to manage aftercare procedures before discharge.
- Scheduled follow-ups to monitor status and progress.
- Prescribed antibiotics and painkillers to manage pain and avoid infection after surgery.
- Outlined risks and benefits regarding surgery to address expectations of patients.
- Prepared collected samples for transport to laboratory within strict timelines.
- Facilitated blood collection for health screenings and diagnostic testing.
- Practised in accordance with internal guidelines, SOPs and clinical study protocols to mitigate risks.
- Stocked phlebotomy trolley or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples, selecting appropriate vacutainer tubes, syringes and needles for collection.
- Cleaned and prepped collection stations between appointments to reduce patient wait times.
- Communicated with physicians and associates to facilitate daily workflows.
- Delivered compassionate care and education to reduce patient fear and anxiety.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and bio-hazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Maintained patient sample integrity through correct handling and storage.
- Assessed donor vein suitability for cannulation and escalated critical challenges to superior.
- Followed physician orders when administering therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labelled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and collection time.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Education
Management of Same Day Consultation - Ear, abdomen and chest examination
UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire 01.2019 - 03.2019
Support for Learning in Practice -
UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire 03.2018 - 09.2018
Clinical Teaching and Learning -
UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire 03.2018 - 09.2018
Clinical Assessment Feedback and Evaluation -
UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire 03.2018 - 09.2018
Registration Diploma of Nursing - Adult Nursing
North Staffordshire College of Nursing
Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire 01.2010 - 01.2012
Enrolled Nurse Training - Adult Nursing
North Staffordshire School of Nursing
Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire 02.1989 - 02.1991
Enrolled Nurse Conversion Course - Adult General Nurse
North Staffs College of Nursing
Newcastle upon Tyne 07.1998 - 01.2000
Skills
- Caseload management
- Outstanding communication skills
- Patient-centred care
- Staff supervision
- Patient education regarding the management of chronic and long-term conditions
- Autonomous face-to-face patient assessment
- Provide primary care, mental health and drug abuse services in a nurse-led healthcare
- Manage and participate in daily nurse-led clinics such as administration of medication and treatments, including vaccinations, triage, wound care, venepuncture, emergency response, examinations and referrals
Timeline
Management of Same Day Consultation - Ear, abdomen and chest examination
UCLAN
01.2019 - 03.2019
Support for Learning in Practice -
UCLAN
03.2018 - 09.2018
Clinical Teaching and Learning -
UCLAN
03.2018 - 09.2018
Clinical Assessment Feedback and Evaluation -
UCLAN
03.2018 - 09.2018
Primary care Prison nurse
HMP Kirkham Healthcare
01.2015 - Current
Registration Diploma of Nursing - Adult Nursing
North Staffordshire College of Nursing
01.2010 - 01.2012
Staff Nurse/ Sister
Century Healthcare
01.2010 - 01.2015
Agency Staff Nurse
Prestige Nursing and Care
11.2008 - 06.2010
Band 6 Staff nurse
NHS Foundation Trust
06.2002 - 11.2008
Enrolled Nurse Conversion Course - Adult General Nurse
North Staffs College of Nursing
07.1998 - 01.2000
Enrolled Nurse Training - Adult Nursing
North Staffordshire School of Nursing
02.1989 - 02.1991
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