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Laura Bassett

Hadleigh,Suffolk

Summary

Highly skilled healthcare professional with proficiency in medication administration, catheterisation, and phlebotomy. Demonstrates exceptional patient communication and education abilities, alongside expertise in aseptic techniques and medical teamwork. Adept at managing diabetes, seizures, and pain, with qualifications in cardiac life support. Committed to prioritising patient needs through effective care planning and discharge procedures. Experienced in coaching new staff members and performing bladder scans, colostomy care, wound dressing, and patient-focused listening. Career goal: to continue enhancing patient care quality through advanced medical practices and collaborative healthcare environments.

Highly organised health professional with 13 years of experience. Proven history of successfully advocating for patients and working with practitioners. Passionate about delivering quality care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work history

Registered nurse

St Elizabeth Hospice
Ipswich, Suffolk
02.2016 - Current
  • Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
  • Administered medication for symptom management.
  • Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
  • Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
  • Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
  • Tested glucose and administered injections.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via IVs, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Managed BiPAP, CPAP, IV PICC, central lines, media ports and peripheral lines accurately to avoid issues and enhance patient care.

Registered Nurse

Colchester General Hospital
Colchester, Essex
07.2014 - 04.2015
  • Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
  • Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
  • Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
  • Administered medication for symptom management.
  • Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.

Registered Nurse

Anglesea Heights
Ipswich, Suffolk
01.2012 - 12.2014

Education

BSc Midwifery Shortened - Midwifery

University of Suffolk
Ipswich
09.2023 -

BSc Adult Nursing - Adult Nursing

University Campus Suffolk
Ipswich
02.2009 - 02.2012

BTEC National Diploma - Health Studies

Suffolk New College
Ipswich
09.2006 - 09.2008

GCSEs -

Hadleigh High School
Hadleigh
09.2001 - 09.2006

Skills

  • ICU experience
  • Medication Administration
  • Catheterisation
  • Phlebotomy
  • Diabetes management
  • Patient communication
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Patient education
  • Medical teamwork
  • Seizure management
  • Performing bladder scans
  • Discharge procedures
  • Colostomy care
  • Care planning proficiency
  • Prioritising patient needs
  • Neonatal resuscitation programme
  • Cardiac life support qualified
  • Coaching new staff members
  • Pain management specialist
  • Patient-Focused listening
  • Wound dressing proficiency
  • Patient care

Timeline

BSc Midwifery Shortened - Midwifery

University of Suffolk
09.2023 -

Registered nurse

St Elizabeth Hospice
02.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse

Colchester General Hospital
07.2014 - 04.2015

Registered Nurse

Anglesea Heights
01.2012 - 12.2014

BSc Adult Nursing - Adult Nursing

University Campus Suffolk
02.2009 - 02.2012

BTEC National Diploma - Health Studies

Suffolk New College
09.2006 - 09.2008

GCSEs -

Hadleigh High School
09.2001 - 09.2006
Laura Bassett