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Marion Smith

Hamilton,South Lanarkshire

Summary

Dedicated Nurse with 19 years of experience in the effective and efficient management of A&E and cardiology/medical services. Providing outstanding levels of care through my nursing expertise, methodical patient assessment and evaluation and continued compassionate support. Band 5 registered.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work history

Staff Nurse Band 5

NHS Lanarkshire
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
10.2017 - 08.2023
  • Monitored patient wellbeing, accurately recognising deterioration and initiating immediate emergency care.
  • Implemented and evaluated care plan efficiencies, identifying and addressing concerns to improve treatment outcomes.
  • Maximised junior staff productivity, effectively completing preparatory work for relevant procedures.
  • Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
  • Trained, mentored and led 3 staff to deliver high-quality care.
  • Performed high-quality patient care for a 24-bed establishment, covering 12+ patients per shift.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Led treatment updates with patients and families using patient-friendly terminology.
  • Documented incidents on patient management systems in real time to maximise efficiencies.

Staff Nurse Band 5

NHS Lanarkshire
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
04.2004 - 10.2017
  • Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
  • Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
  • Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Worked on a ratio of one nurse to [Number] patients, providing consistent and effective care.
  • Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
  • Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
  • Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
  • Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
  • Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
  • Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 28 patients per shift.
  • Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
  • Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
  • Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
  • Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
  • Collected blood, urine and feces samples and prepared them for lab analysis.
  • Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Emergency care
  • G-Tube feedings and care
  • Wound care and dressing
  • Medical record management
  • Monitoring vital signs
  • Discharge planning
  • Phlebotomy
  • Glucose checks
  • Pre- and post-operation care
  • Band 5 registered
  • First-class patient care
  • Adult acute and critical care
  • Outstanding communication
  • Routine investigations
  • Patient-centred care
  • Medication storage and disposal
  • Patient record management
  • Public Health education
  • Complex medical care
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Data confidentiality

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Staff Nurse Band 5

NHS Lanarkshire
10.2017 - 08.2023

Staff Nurse Band 5

NHS Lanarkshire
04.2004 - 10.2017
Marion Smith