Lisa Bonny
Newcastle,County Down
Summary
Ahpra registered Nurse with strong clinical skills in patient care and acute medical settings. Skilled in managing complex cases, administering medications, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to improving patient outcomes through holistic care and patient education. Brings collaborative approach to healthcare delivery, ensuring high standards of safety and quality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust
10.2024 - Current
- Patient Care: Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients in medical wards, including assessment, monitoring, and administering medications in accordance with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) guidelines.
- Clinical Competence: Proficient in performing clinical skills such as wound care, catheterization, venipuncture, IV therapy, and ECG monitoring, ensuring safety and comfort for all patients.
- Adminstration of medication :Administered medications orally, rectally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously and via IV therapy.
- Emergency care: Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Worked alongside consultants, doctors, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated and supported patients and families on post-operative care, chronic disease management, and health promotion, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate and timely patient records using Encompass, ensuring compliance with Northern Ireland’s health and safety regulations and facilitating continuity of care.
- Leadership: Assisted in the supervision and training of junior nurses and healthcare assistants, ensuring adherence to nursing standards and policies.
Senior Care Assistant
South Eastern Trust
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Patient Care: Delivered high-quality, person-centred care to elderly, disabled, and vulnerable individuals, assisting with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, mobility, and eating, ensuring compliance with Care Standards Act.
- Care Plan Development: Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans, ensuring that all patient needs were met while maintaining their dignity and comfort.
- Patient Monitoring & Reporting: Monitored patient conditions, identifying any changes or concerns, and reporting findings promptly to senior nursing staff. Ensured accurate documentation in patient records in accordance with Health and Social Care (HSC) guidelines.
- Clinical Support: Supported nursing staff in medication administration, monitored vital signs and promoted patients’ physical and emotional well-being.
- Supervision & Training: Mentored junior care assistants, guiding on best practices and care procedures while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards (e.g., RQIA standards in Northern Ireland).
Senior Care Assistant
Presbyterian Church of Ireland
01.2014 - 12.2021
- Leadership & Supervision: Led team of care assistants, providing guidance and training to deliver high-quality care to residents while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment through open communication and adherence to care protocols.
- Personal Care & Support: Delivered person-centred care, assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, eating, and mobility, while maintaining their dignity and promoting independence.
Medication Administration: Administered medication to residents in line with care plans and health regulations, ensuring correct dosages, times, and documentation in compliance with care home policies and UK regulations.
Care Planning: Worked closely with the management and nursing teams to develop and update individual care plans, ensuring that care needs were regularly reviewed and modified according to changes in the health and well-being of residents. - Health Monitoring: Conducted regular monitoring of residents' health, including vital signs, weight, and general condition, and reported any significant changes or concerns to the senior nurse or management.
- Family Communication: Acted as a key point of contact between residents' families and the care home, keeping families informed of their loved one’s well-being and addressing any concerns they may have in a compassionate manner.
- Training & Development: Led staff induction training for new care assistants, providing essential training on health and safety standards, infection control, and resident care. Ensured the team adhered to all mandatory training and continuous professional development requirements.
- End-of-Life Care: Provided compassionate care to residents at the end of life, ensuring comfort and dignity during their final stages, and supporting families in line with the home’s palliative care procedures.
- Safeguarding & Compliance: Ensured that all care was delivered in line with safeguarding policies, following the standards set out by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and adhered to Health and Social Care (HSC) standards in Northern Ireland. Reported and documented any concerns of neglect or abuse.
- Housekeeping & Environment Management: Monitored and maintained a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for residents, ensuring that health and safety regulations were always followed.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Nursing
Queens university
Belfast 09.2021 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Law 2:1
Queens University
Belfast 09.2010 - 07.2013
A-Levels - English, Geography, ICT
Assumption Grammar
Ballynahinch 09.2008 - 06.2009
Skills
- All madantory training up to date
- Clinical competence
- Medication administration including IV
- Family communication
- Risk assessment
- Health promotion
- Clinical documentation
- Supervision and training
- Clinical nursing practice
- Infection prevention and control
- Catheter and wound care
- Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust
10.2024 - Current
Senior Care Assistant
South Eastern Trust
01.2022 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Adult Nursing
Queens university
09.2021 - 09.2024
Senior Care Assistant
Presbyterian Church of Ireland
01.2014 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Law 2:1
Queens University
09.2010 - 07.2013
A-Levels - English, Geography, ICT
Assumption Grammar
09.2008 - 06.2009