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karen wright

Stoke on Trent,Staffordshire

Summary

Patient-focused nursing professional trained in optimum care, safety standards and documentation requirements. Confident in delivering treatments and conducting assessments to promote patient wellbeing and encourage recovery. Works great with colleagues and outside departments to coordinate safe, successful care. Compassionate Nurse with over 16 years experience maintaining patient wellbeing. Excellent time management skills, expertly managing caseloads of the practice population of patients. Enthusiastic Nurse with specialist knowledge in Nursing care. providing exceptional care to patients. Catering to patients' needs within target timeframes, enhancing patient wellbeing. Organised Practice Nurse with multitasking skills and clinical judgment to accomplish care objectives in high tempo environments. Offers 2 years of related experience and fortitude for challenging work. Focused on staying current with nursing requirements and helping new nurses meet targets. Experienced in delivering high-quality patient care within general practice settings. Skilled in managing chronic conditions, administering immunisations, and providing health education. Adept at building strong patient relationships and ensuring compassionate, supportive approach to healthcare. Compassionate Practice Nurse with strong background in patient care and clinical operations. Skilled in managing chronic conditions, administering medications, and providing health education. Demonstrates proactive approach to improving patient outcomes and supporting healthcare initiatives. Capable of working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Practice Nurse

Millrise Medical Practice
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained comprehensive patient records, adhering to strict confidentiality and data protection regulations.
  • Maintained continued personal development through regular training, maximising nursing capabilities and competence.
  • Communicated with patients and families to inform current condition and treatment options.
  • Assessed patient pain and discomfort and developed mitigation strategies to minimise issues impacting recovery.
  • Fostered and gained patient trust and cooperation by developing collaborative therapeutic relationships during treatment.
  • Measured blood pressure, pulse and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
  • Provided advice on lifestyle issues and supporting patients in changing unhealthy behaviours by developing health plans.
  • Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
  • Applied infection control measures when handling laboratory specimens and disposing waste materials.
  • Demonstrated compassionate communication skills, empathetically delivering difficult news to patients and families.
  • Inspected, cleaned and dressed patient wounds for optimum healing.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
  • Collated medical data for patient records, maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • Communicated with healthcare team to evaluate and execute proper patient care plans.
  • Actively promoted best nursing practices, leading by example in providing accurate, prompt patient provisions.
  • Monitored patient pain and discomfort to assess needs for therapies or painkilling drugs.
  • Consulted with health professionals across disciplines to coordinate successful treatments.
  • Performed in-depth prevention assessments, maintaining patient health and safety.
  • Evaluated patients at prescribed times to assess conditions and monitor progress against treatment goals.

Community Staff Nurse

MPFT
Stoke on Trent
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.
  • Evaluated ability of existing care plans to cater to complex patient needs, implementing changes as necessary.
  • Assisted patients with ongoing care needs to promote speedy recovery.
  • Conducted holistic assessments and patient-centred care planning to optimise support.
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
  • Shared and championed best practices to elevate care delivery.
  • Visited patients for in-home visits to provide routine personal and medical care.
  • Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
  • Delegated responsibilities to facilitate efficiency and maintain first-class patient care.
  • Provided wound care, medication management and health promotion to patients receiving at-home care.
  • Completed patient visits daily to offer trusted care in home setting.
  • Implemented, monitored and maintained high standards of care in daily activities.
  • Contributed to holistic planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality patient care.
  • Prioritised dignity and compassion to provide highly regarded end-of-life care.
  • Provided life-saving support to patients in emergency situations.

Registered Staff Nurse

UHNM
Stoke on Trent
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
  • Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
  • Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 100 patients per shift.
  • Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
  • Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
  • Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • 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.
  • Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
  • Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
  • Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
  • Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
  • Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
  • Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fundamentals of Nursing Practice

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
01-2025

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Infection control
  • Medication administration
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Health planning
  • Patient education
  • Clinical coordination
  • Collaborative communication
  • Compassionate interaction
  • Trust building
  • Continuous improvement
  • Patient advocacy
  • Therapeutic relationships
  • Teamwork
  • Positive attitude
  • Communication skills
  • Patient record management
  • Vital signs
  • Patient comfort
  • Blood collection
  • Wound dressing proficiency
  • Clinical nursing practice
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Time-management
  • Healthcare ethics understanding
  • Clinical care
  • Decision making
  • Staff supervision
  • Professionalism
  • Team Leadership
  • Active listening
  • Flexible
  • Health assessments
  • Effective communication
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Mental health support
  • Compassionate care
  • Wound dressing
  • Adult care
  • Relationship-building

Interests

  • I am a mum of two who enjoys spending time with them and socialising
  • I enjoy going to the gym 3 times a week and enjoy walking my two dogs
  • I love my holidays also

Accomplishments

  • Always striving to be the best practitioner that I can be
  • Raising my two children has to be my biggest accomplishment

Timeline

Practice Nurse

Millrise Medical Practice
01.2024 - Current

Community Staff Nurse

MPFT
01.2021 - 01.2023

Registered Staff Nurse

UHNM
09.2019 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Fundamentals of Nursing Practice

University of Birmingham
karen wright