Megan Burton
Aberdeen
Summary
Compassionate Community Nurse with a solid background in patient care and health education. Successfully collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through tailored care plans. Committed to professional development and advancing from Community Nurse to District Nurse.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Community nurse
NHS Grampian
Central Tillydrone, Aberdeen City
2022.12 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the community while managing caseloads and mentoring junior staff.
- Collaborate with health professionals and patients to develop and implement effective care plans to promote continuity and enhance patient health and well-being.
- Work flexibly to meet changing patient needs and provide regular assessments ensuring holistic needs are met.
- Participate in complex cases independently while recognising limitations and seeking assistance when necessary.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to refine skills and share knowledge with colleagues, promoting best practices in patient care.
- Administered medication to manage symptoms effectively.
- Develop personalised care plans to enhance patient experience.
- Assist families with end-of-life care decisions for peaceful transitions.
Support Worker
Enable Scotland
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
2018.10 - 2022.11
- Delivered person-centred care in 2-1 and 1-1 services for individuals with learning disabilities.
- Administered medication per schedule to enhance health outcomes.
- Facilitated client independence through structured tasks and activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to clients' specific dietary requirements.
- Actively listened to client concerns, fostering a comforting environment.
- Followed care plans outlined by managers, nurses, and psychiatrists, ensuring compliance with legislation.
- Escalated concerns appropriately to address client needs effectively.
Support worker
PrimeLife
Nottingham , England
2017.10 - 2018.08
- Collaborated with team to foster positive relationships with 25 adults with learning disabilities.
- Ensured individual needs were met while promoting safety, dignity, and independence.
- Ensured care plans remained accurate and individual's finances were accounted for.
- Supported individuals in community activities and appointments.
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
Care Assistant
Banff Care Home
Banff, Aberdeenshire
2014.11 - 2017.08
- Achieved SVQ 2 qualification while employed in nursing care.
- Delivered professional nursing home care to individuals with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide exceptional support for patients with dementia, traumatic brain injuries, strokes, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease.
Education
Postgraduate credits - Contemporary Pain Management
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen 2024.04 - 2024.07
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen 2019.09 - 2022.10
National Certificate - Health and Social Care
North East Scotland College
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 2018.08 - 2019.08
A-Levels - Highers and Intermediate 2
Banff Academy
Aberdeenshire 2006.08 - 2012.06
Skills
- Ability to work autonomously and on own initiative
- Conflict management
- Organised with good time management skills
- Patient advocacy
- Prioritisation
- Awareness and understanding of various NHS Grampian policies and procedures
- Venepuncture, catheterisation, syringe drivers, drain management, complex wound care, gastrostomy tube changes, tracheostomy care; medication Administration via multiple routes including IM/SC/ID, IV, PEG, NG, PO, PR, PV; Palliative support and End-Of-Life care
Affiliations
I train and play rugby with a local team and first aid at some games. I have recently gained a Sports First Aid certificate from GSR training. I enjoy walking, reformer Pilates, swimming, badminton, spending time with friends and family and gardening.
Accomplishments
- Sports First aider (2024-current)
Certification
- NMC registered
- Wound Advocate (2025-current)
- BLS cascade trainer (2024-current)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Postgraduate credits - Contemporary Pain Management
Robert Gordon University
2024.04 - 2024.07
Community nurse
NHS Grampian
2022.12 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
Robert Gordon University
2019.09 - 2022.10
Support Worker
Enable Scotland
2018.10 - 2022.11
National Certificate - Health and Social Care
North East Scotland College
2018.08 - 2019.08
Support worker
PrimeLife
2017.10 - 2018.08
Care Assistant
Banff Care Home
2014.11 - 2017.08
A-Levels - Highers and Intermediate 2
Banff Academy
2006.08 - 2012.06