Michelle Trafford
Redcar,UK
Summary
A highly skilled Independent Non-medical Prescriber with expertise in advanced history taking and physical examination, clinical decision-making under pressure, and management of minor injuries and illnesses. Demonstrates proficiency in wound care, suturing, fracture management, and handling chronic conditions in urgent settings. Adept at recognising and escalating deteriorating patients, with a strong foundation in Basic and Advanced Life Support. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care while pursuing continuous professional development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Urgent Care Practitioner
James Cook University Hospital
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking and physical examinations.
- Diagnosed and managed a range of acute illnesses and chronic conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, including X-rays and laboratory results.
- Prescribed medications and administered treatments within professional scope.
- Performed minor procedures such as wound suturing and abscess management.
- Educated patients on diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care.
- Referred patients to specialists when higher-level care was necessary.
- Documented patient encounters accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Paramedic Advanced Practitioner
North East Ambulance Service
Newcastle, Newcastle
03.2021 - 07.2024
- Delivered care for patients accessing unscheduled services via NHS 111 and 999.
- Assessed, diagnosed, treated, and referred patients autonomously; prescribed medications using PGDs.
- Supported primary care with out-of-hours home visits in Stockton and Hartlepool.
- Provided emergency responses to lower acuity patients, minimising hospital admissions.
- Attended to highest priority 'Cat 1' calls, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with Clinicians and General Practitioners for telephone triage in Clinical Advisory Service.
- Executed basic and advanced life support techniques to improve patient survival rates.
Specialist Paramedic Urgent Care
North East Ambulance Service
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.2019 - 03.2021
Paramedic
North East Ambulance Service
Newcastle
04.2002 - 09.2019
- Conducted detailed assessments of patients' conditions upon arrival at an incident scene, aiding in appropriate treatment decisions.
- Administered immediate medical care to critically injured patients, ensuring their stability for transportation.
- Maintained accurate patient records, contributing towards the provision of seamless healthcare services.
- Collaborated with emergency response teams for efficient patient management during high-stress situations.
- Treated patients at home where appropriate to minimise strain on hospital resources.
- Carried out clinical procedures with precision and speed to meet emergency requirements.
- Applied Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) knowledge to maximise survival rates.
- Worked with multidisciplinary teams at large events and contracted work venues.
- Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations.
- Managed critical trauma cases by swiftly applying suitable medical interventions.
- Liaised effectively with other healthcare professionals ensuring comprehensive patient coverage during complex cases.
- Upheld professional standards of practice in compliance with local health regulations and laws.
- Enhanced patient survival rates by implementing effective pre-hospital emergency care procedures.
- Participated actively in continuous professional development activities staying updated on latest paramedic practices.
Education
Non-medical Prescribing - Level 7 - Healthcare
Teesside University
Middlesbrough / UK 09.2023 - 01.2024
Advancing Paediatric Assessment Skills - Level 7 - Healthcare
Teesside University
Middlesbrough / UK 03.2021 - 09.2021
Advanced Physical Assessment & Disease Manangement - Healthcare
Teesside University
Middlesbrough / UK 09.2020 - 12.2020
Paediatric Assessment - Level 6 - Healthcare
Peadiatric Assessment - Level 6
Middlesbrough / UK 01.2000 - 04.2000
Clinical Assessment & Referral Skills - Level 6 - Healthcare
Teesside University
Middlesbrough / UK 03.2019 - 09.2019
FdSc Paramedic Science -
Teesside University
Middlesbrough / UK 09.2011 - 04.2012
IHCD Ambulance Paramedic -
North East Ambulance Service
Newcastle / UK /2008 - /2008
Skills
Independent non-medical prescriber
Advanced history taking
Clinical decision-making
Minor injury management
Wound care and suturing
Chronic condition management
Patient deterioration recognition
Basic and advanced life support
Timeline
Urgent Care Practitioner
James Cook University Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Non-medical Prescribing - Level 7 - Healthcare
Teesside University
09.2023 - 01.2024
Paramedic Advanced Practitioner
North East Ambulance Service
03.2021 - 07.2024
Advancing Paediatric Assessment Skills - Level 7 - Healthcare
Teesside University
03.2021 - 09.2021
Advanced Physical Assessment & Disease Manangement - Healthcare
Teesside University
09.2020 - 12.2020
Specialist Paramedic Urgent Care
North East Ambulance Service
09.2019 - 03.2021
Clinical Assessment & Referral Skills - Level 6 - Healthcare
Teesside University
03.2019 - 09.2019
FdSc Paramedic Science -
Teesside University
09.2011 - 04.2012
Paramedic
North East Ambulance Service
04.2002 - 09.2019
Paediatric Assessment - Level 6 - Healthcare
Peadiatric Assessment - Level 6
01.2000 - 04.2000
IHCD Ambulance Paramedic -
North East Ambulance Service
/2008 - /2008