Lisa Grimmant
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Liverpool
Summary
I am a hard working and dedicated individual who has extensive experience in treating mental health conditions - as a Mentor, Counsellor and Wellbeing Practitioner - and also physical conditions as a registered Oncology/Palliative Care Nurse. I have worked with people of all ages and from a variety of cultures both in the UK and in Malta, where I lived for 8 years. I have excellent communication skills and a warm and approachable personality which helps me to create a strong therapeutic alliance with my patients and clients. I work well in a team but am also capable of working unsupervised, adhering to my own time management boundaries and organising my own client caseload.
I am able to work flexible hours and am local to the area.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Talk Liverpool, Mersey Care NHS Trust
Liverpool
03.2021 - Current
- Carry out face to face and telephone sessions with patients with mild to moderate low mood disorders using low intensity CBT techniques.
- Treat disorders such as anxiety, depression, OCD, Health Anxiety and Social Phobia using a variety of interventions.
- Managed caseload of patients and used IAPTus and RIO software to input and update patient notes and care plans.
- Participated in regular CPD opportunities to develop new skills and enhance learning and attended weekly Clinical Skills and Case Management supervision sessions.
- Extensive knowledge of local organisations and services to enable referrals for patients who require specialist or more intensive therapy.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS
Liverpool
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Accurately documented treatment, medications, chemotherapy and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Counselled and provided listening ear and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment and acted to treat and prevent adverse reactions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Named nurse for oncology patients who were also diagnosed with Covid 19. Responsible for following strict infection control policy including correct use of PPE and isolation rooms.
Palliative Care Nurse
Woodlands Hospice NHS Trust
Liverpool
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Developed and implemented individualised holistic care plan for each hospice patient, ensured these were updated regularly .
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes, moving and handling etc.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognised and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients and their families. Used exemplary communication and active listening skills to facilitate conflict resolution, crisis intervention and sensitively carry out difficult 'end of life' conversations. .
- Provided practical care after death to patients and also provided bereavement support to families. Liaised with coroners and funeral directors when required.
Haematology /Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre
Msida
10.2010 - 04.2017
- Completed medication, IV infusions and chemotherapy administration as dictated by Oncology Consultants.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify and treat any concerning reactions.
- Cultivated warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy, wound care and stem cell treatment.
- Educated patients and family members on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients by providing medications and CPR.
- Provided listening ear and emotional support to patients and their families.
Learning Mentor
Maricourt Catholic High School
Liverpool
09.2004 - 09.2009
- Worked with students aged 11-18 to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting education. These included drug and alcohol issues, problems at home, sexuality concerns, bullying, pregnancy, health conditions, eating disorders, self harm and
- Helped students develop organisational, time management and study skills. Facilitated Study Skills workshops.
- Liaised with local police and drug services to provide alcohol and drug prevention programmes and classes to students.
- Developed workshops to tackle bullying and established a 'buddy system' for younger students.
- Empowered students through one to one counselling and group confidence and self esteem workshops.
- Identified cases of abuse or other family problems. Liaised with care authorities and safeguarding and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
Education
Post Graduate - IAPT - Improving Access To Psychological Therapies
Liverpool John Moores University
UK 04.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Malta
MALTA 09.2010 - 06.2013
University Diploma - Diploma in Counselling Skills And Theory
University of Central Lancashire
UK 09.2003 - 06.2005
Swimming, singing, reading, writing short stories.
I understand how traumatic it can be working in the care and mental health industry. I use a variety of activities which allow me to ground myself and protect my own health. I read and enjoy writing short stories and poetry. I find writing very therapeutic and have always kept a journal which helps me to self reflect. I practice meditation and Qi Gong everyday and at weekends I like to swim and attend yoga classes.
Timeline
Post Graduate - IAPT - Improving Access To Psychological Therapies
Liverpool John Moores University
04.2021 - 04.2022
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Talk Liverpool, Mersey Care NHS Trust
03.2021 - Current
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS
08.2020 - 01.2021
Palliative Care Nurse
Woodlands Hospice NHS Trust
04.2017 - 08.2020
Haematology /Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre
10.2010 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Malta
09.2010 - 06.2013
Learning Mentor
Maricourt Catholic High School
09.2004 - 09.2009
University Diploma - Diploma in Counselling Skills And Theory
University of Central Lancashire
09.2003 - 06.2005