Lucy Sharples
York,North Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced nursing leader with skills in staff training program development and clinical decision-making. Successfully managed sensitive end-of-life care discussions while ensuring ethical practices through thorough incident investigations. Focused on advancing healthcare quality through impactful training initiatives and comprehensive treatment plan development. Demonstrated ability to drive service improvements through systematic audits and policy reviews.
Knowledgeable about patient care with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Experienced in working collaboratively in healthcare settings and providing compassionate support to patients. Ready to use and develop clinical skills, patient assessment, and treatment planning and staff training skills in a new role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Physical Health Nurse Practitioner
Tees, Esk and Wear NHS Trust
Scarborough/ York, North Yorkshire
2025.01 - Current
- Educated patients on conditions through counselling and clear explanations to improve understanding.
- Linked patients with physicians to maintain clear, two-way communication throughout care.
- Performed comprehensive health assessments to deliver high-quality, individualised patient care.
- Interpreted diagnostic tests to support clinical decisions for timely treatment.
- Delivered palliative care to help terminal patients transition to end-of-life.
- Maintained accurate medical records to support continuity of care across teams.
- Developed individualised treatment plans to manage complex cases effectively.
- Advocated for patients' rights while maintaining confidentiality and ethical practice.
- Diagnosed acute and chronic conditions to guide treatment plans promptly.
- Administered medications safely and monitored responses to treatment regimens consistently.
- Participated in professional development to keep nursing knowledge current and relevant.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans smoothly.
- Educated patients on medical needs and non-medical treatment and therapy options.
- Discussed care plans and explained test results and medication use clearly.
- Collaborated with families, caregivers, and patients to decide best options.
- Informed patients and caregivers about healthcare protocols and care processes.
- Handled emergencies calmly and with professional composure under pressure.
- Conducted staff training sessions to improve service quality and standards.
- Led internal audits to identify process improvements and service gaps.
Bank Nurse
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
2011.01 - Current
- Monitored patient wellbeing and responded immediately to any condition changes.
- Provided emotional reassurance to improve comfort during nursing treatments.
- Administered injections and collected blood samples for accurate diagnosis.
- Applied infection control procedures to reduce risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Updated nursing knowledge of practices and ethics to meet standards.
Senior Sister
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
York, North Yorkshire
2023.11 - 2024.10
- This was a role covering maternity leave.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to improve day-to-day patient treatment delivery.
- Assisted doctors during examinations to support thorough clinical assessments.
- Improved team collaboration through clear, concise communication and handovers.
- Prioritised tasks by urgency and severity to use time effectively.
- Completed regular ward rounds for consistent health monitoring across shifts.
- Managed complex cases using multidisciplinary input for holistic patient care.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs to raise patient satisfaction.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social services for smoother home transitions.
- Oversaw junior staff training to strengthen ward care standards.
- Educated families on patient conditions to enable informed decisions.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to spot abnormalities promptly.
- Led staff coaching, teaching, and mentoring to improve care quality.
- Collaborated with healthcare specialists to design and update care plans.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers, and discharge processes.
- Handled annual appraisals and facilitated personal development plans for training compliance.
- Precepted new staff nurses with education on hospital policies.
- Recognised workplace risks early and determined resolution methods immediately.
- Identified clinical improvement areas and implemented process changes accordingly.
- Worked with nursing colleagues to develop practice and improve outcomes.
- Collaborated with nursing professionals to implement practice development strategies.
Senior Sister- Radiology
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
York, North Yorkshire
2019.08 - 2024.08
- Delivered stabilising and life-saving treatments during emergencies.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to spot abnormalities early.
- Administered prescribed medications to manage pain effectively.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to improve treatment delivery.
- Applied infection control protocols to minimise cross-contamination risks in wards.
- Applied hygiene practices that reduced infection risks across the ward.
- Improved prompt bedside support to raise patient comfort levels.
- Educated families on conditions to support informed decision-making.
- Explained medical procedures to strengthen understanding and patient trust.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs to improve satisfaction.
- Coordinated discharge plans with social services for smoother home transitions.
- Supervised junior staff training to raise overall ward care quality.
- Led staff coaching and mentoring to improve daily patient care.
- Collaborated with specialists to define plans of care and outcomes.
- Improved team collaboration through clear, concise communication channels.
- Handled annual appraisals and supported personal development plans.
- Precepted new nurses on hospital policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
- Identified workplace risks early and initiated best-method resolutions.
- Found clinical improvement areas and implemented process changes.
- Worked with nursing colleagues to develop practice and improvement strategies.
- Recruited and hired staff to strengthen the healthcare team.
- Stayed current with nursing developments to deliver best care.
- Prioritised tasks by urgency and severity to use time efficiently.
- Completed assigned tasks within tight deadlines reliably.
- Worked flexible shifts across nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Supported team members through respect and readiness to help.
- Applied critical thinking to break down problems and choose solutions.
- Supported team members through respect and readiness to help.
- Applied critical thinking to break down problems and choose solutions.
Deputy Sister- Radiology
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
York, North Yorkshire
2017.04 - 2019.08
- Coordinated discharge planning with social services for smoother returns home.
- Administered medications to manage pain effectively during recovery.
- Managed complex cases using a multi-disciplinary approach for holistic patient care.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs to boost satisfaction.
- Applied infection control protocols to minimise cross-contamination risks in the ward.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to spot abnormalities promptly.
- Implemented care plans to support improved patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to reduce anxiety and reassure patients.
- Explained medical procedures to patients to build understanding and trust.
- Assisted doctors during examinations to support thorough patient assessments.
- Coordinated junior staff training to raise overall ward care quality.
- Educated families about patient conditions to support informed decisions.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to improve treatment continuity.
- Prioritised tasks by urgency and severity to use time efficiently.
- Led staff coaching, teaching, and mentoring to improve patient care.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Nursing- Adult
Hull University
Hull, Kingston upon Hull 2009.01 - 2012.02
Certificate of Higher Education - Mentorship - Nursing students
University of York
York 2013.01 - 2013.01
Certificate of Higher Education - Physical Assessment Skills
Teesside University
Middlesbrough 2025.10 - 2026.01
Certificate of Higher Education - Non-medical Prescribing
Teesside University
Middlesbrough 2026.01 -
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical decision-making abilities
- Treatment plan development
- End-of-life discussions
- Safeguarding practices
- Incident investigation
- Accident investigation
- Leadership in nursing roles
- Training curriculum design
- Training facilitation
- Staff development programmes
- Career development
- Flexible scheduling
- Managing difficult conversations
- Stamina and resilience in practice
- Ethical professionalism
Affiliations
I am passionate about countryside life and spend much of my free time outdoors with my six dogs. I actively train and compete with two of them in gundog working tests, which requires dedication, discipline, and strong handling skills. I regularly walk and train with my dogs alongside their mother, and we enjoy exploring rural environments. This interest reflects my commitment, teamwork, and ability to maintain focus and consistency over time.
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Non-medical Prescribing
Teesside University
2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Physical Assessment Skills
Teesside University
2025.10 - 2026.01
Physical Health Nurse Practitioner
Tees, Esk and Wear NHS Trust
2025.01 - Current
Senior Sister
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2023.11 - 2024.10
Senior Sister- Radiology
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2019.08 - 2024.08
Deputy Sister- Radiology
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2017.04 - 2019.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Mentorship - Nursing students
University of York
2013.01 - 2013.01
Bank Nurse
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2011.01 - Current
Higher National Diploma - Nursing- Adult
Hull University
2009.01 - 2012.02