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Kirsty Duncan

Summary

Compassionate psychology masters student and nurse auxiliary, seeking to pursue a career in clinical psychology. Approachable professional well-informed about neurodiversity. Possesses a detailed understanding of psychological concepts and factors impacting patients' health and well-being. Experienced working with children and adults with a range of physical and mental health issues. Applies strong clinical knowledge to treat patients and adapts to the needs of different individuals to establish trust and communicate important information. Detail-oriented team player with strong organisational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Skilled in report writing and statistical analysis.

Work history

Nurse Auxiliary

NHS Fife
, Fife
2023.01 - Current
  • Built caring, supportive relationships with patient with physical and mental health difficulties
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families facing challenging situations.
  • Assisted patients to manage emotions through de-escalation strategies.
  • Used tact, reassurance and sensitivity when necessary to overcome barriers to understanding.
  • Performed daily clinical observations, recording data accurately and securely.

Volunteer Crisis Counsellor

Shout
2022.08 - Current
  • Assisted individuals experiencing mental health crises by listening to their current struggles and signposting relevant support.
  • Performed risk assessments during emergency cases for protection and safety measures.
  • Developed tailored action plans whilst prioritising pressing concerns.

Keyholder/Brand Ambassador

Kurt Geiger
, Edinburgh
2021.06 - 2022.12
  • Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and coaching.

English Tutor

Self-Employed
, Fife
2020.01 - 2021.05
  • Monitored students' test and assessment marks to identify areas of improvement and build confidence.
  • Helped students evaluate and identify learning objectives and academic goals.
  • Assessed and adapted teaching style according to student needs and abilities.

Sales Assistant

House of Fraser, Joules, Primark, Antiques & Gifts
2016.08 - 2019.12

Volunteer Teaching Assistant

Fife Council
, Fife
2016.06 - 2018.04
  • Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
  • Provided extra assistance to students with learning disabilities to maximise potential.

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health in Children and Young people: Psychological approaches

University of Edinburgh
09/2022 -

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Heriot-Watt University
09/2018 - 06/2022

Skills

  • IBM SPSS statistics
  • Data Collection
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Organisation and Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Quality patient care
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Nurse Auxiliary

NHS Fife
2023.01 - Current

Volunteer Crisis Counsellor

Shout
2022.08 - Current

Keyholder/Brand Ambassador

Kurt Geiger
2021.06 - 2022.12

English Tutor

Self-Employed
2020.01 - 2021.05

Sales Assistant

House of Fraser, Joules, Primark, Antiques & Gifts
2016.08 - 2019.12

Volunteer Teaching Assistant

Fife Council
2016.06 - 2018.04

Master of Science - Mental Health in Children and Young people: Psychological approaches

University of Edinburgh
09/2022 -

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Heriot-Watt University
09/2018 - 06/2022

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