Lisa Crane
Colchester,Suffolk
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in IV administration, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, and venepuncture skills. Proficient in phlebotomy equipment handling, wound dressing and management, and blood pressure monitoring. Demonstrates capabilities in diabetes management, electrocardiography, sample labelling and tracking, and patient education. Specialises in senior care with a focus on patient comfort techniques, advocacy skills, mental health support strategies, and active listening. Committed to delivering patient-centred care with administrative leadership experience and a comprehensive understanding of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Dedicated and compassionate, bringing excellent communication and leadership skills. Proficient in patient care and team collaboration, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery. Ready to make meaningful difference within a practice nurse role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Deputy Sister
ESNEFT
Colchester, Essex
2016.02 - Current
- Managed complex cases through a multi-disciplinary approach; ensuring holistic care for patients.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers and discharges to streamline patient flow.
- Assisted doctors during examinations, contributing to comprehensive patient assessments.
- Administered medications for effective pain management.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Provided emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Explained medical procedures to patients, fostering understanding and trust.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices, reducing infection risks.
- Prioritised tasks based on urgency and severity to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
- Defended patients' needs to ensure positive care experience.
- Enhanced team collaboration with clear and concise communication.
- Oversaw junior staff training, improving overall quality of care provided on the ward.
- Led staff training to enhance patient care through effective coaching and mentoring.
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
- Managed employee appraisals to ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements.
- Assisted doctors during examinations, ensuring thorough assessments were made.
Staff Nurse
ESNEFT
Colchester, Essex
2015.04 - 2016.02
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, alleviating anxiety and enhancing overall patient experience.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening, fostering trust and communication in care.
- Built strong relationships with patients, delivering emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries, aiding recovery.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, Essex 2012.03 - 2015.03
Health Studies - Mentor clinical educator
University of Essex
Colchester 2017.01 - 2017.07
Skills
- IV administration
- Intramuscular injection
- Subcutaneous injection
- Venepuncture skills
- Wound management
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Electrocardiography proficiency
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy skills
- Mental health support strategies
- Active listening
- Patient-centred care
- Administrative leadership
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Miscarriage management, advice, bereavement and emotional support
Affiliations
- I have an allotment and enjoy growing my own produce, gardening and country walks.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Studies - Mentor clinical educator
University of Essex
2017.01 - 2017.07
Deputy Sister
ESNEFT
2016.02 - Current
Staff Nurse
ESNEFT
2015.04 - 2016.02
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Anglia Ruskin University
2012.03 - 2015.03