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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Training
Strengths
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NICHOLA MCKEVITT

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NICHOLA MCKEVITT

Summary

I am an enthusiastic and dedicated professional with a strong background in healthcare, seeking to leverage my experience and compassion in a role within children's residential care homes. My journey began as a healthcare assistant, where I gained valuable insights into patient-centered care across various NHS departments, including accident and emergency, maternity, and cardiology. Completing my BSc (Hons) in Adult Nursing from the University of Chester has equipped me with a robust understanding of human biology, social dynamics, and essential practices such as safeguarding and confidentiality. I possess a range of transferable skills that make me an ideal candidate for this role. My education has provided me with a solid foundation in making referrals to mental health services, understanding safeguarding protocols, and recognizing signs of self-harm. I am trained to observe behaviors that signal the need for intervention and to address these situations with sensitivity and care. Additionally, I have developed the ability to manage difficult conversations with family members, including delivering bad news and resolving conflicts calmly and effectively, all while ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone involved.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

Wirral university teaching hospital

Acute medicition unit nurse
07.2022 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Implemented hygiene measures to improve patient care
  • Administered medications and provided oxygen for health optimization
  • Coordinated patient care through daily rounds and team discussions
  • Ensured accurate medical records and documentation
  • Evaluated patients and monitored conditions for diagnosis and treatment
  • Offered emotional support to patients and families and facilitated communication
  • Guided and trained junior staff
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care
  • Acted swiftly in emergencies while maintaining a safe environment
  • Educated patients on health practices and disease management
  • Assisted in critical care planning and supported procedures
  • Participated in community health programs
  • Followed nursing standards for treatments and patient safety
  • Managed [Number] patients with effective planning and prioritization
  • Updated families on patient progress and treatment changes
  • Mentored student and junior nursing staff

Warrington hospital NHS

Clinical phlebotomist
02.2008 - 10.2009

Job overview

  • Followed up on specimen processing anomalies
  • Contributed to team discussions for clinical improvements
  • Assisted new staff and fostered a supportive environment
  • Explained blood draw procedures to enhance patient comfort
  • Maintained detailed specimen records
  • Managed blood draw schedules for clinic efficiency
  • Aided doctors in interpreting test results
  • Organized lab workflow and sanitized workspaces
  • Ensured patient confidentiality and legal compliance
  • Followed infection control protocols for safety
  • Maintained sample integrity during handling
  • Provided compassionate care to reduce anxiety
  • Verified patient information before procedures
  • Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes
  • Prepared samples for timely lab transport
  • Swabbed collection sites to prevent contamination
  • Followed waste disposal procedures
  • Stocked phlebotomy supplies as needed
  • Set up equipment to keep appointments on schedule
  • Responded to patients with empathy and compassion

Wirral university teaching hospital

Clinical phlebotomist
08.2003 - 09.2008

Job overview

  • Followed up on unusual findings during specimen processing and facilitated further diagnostics
  • Participated in team meetings to improve clinical operations and assisted new staff members
  • Ensured sample integrity, patient safety, and confidentiality through proper handling and adherence to protocols
  • Streamlined lab workflow and improved clinic efficiency by managing blood draw schedules
  • Provided reassurance to anxious patients and explained procedures to enhance comfort
  • Collected and labeled blood samples accurately, verifying patient identity and addressing allergies
  • Maintained hygiene and cleanliness in collection areas, including proper disposal of used materials

Wirral university teaching hospital

Primary healthcare assistant
01.2002 - 08.2003

Education

University of Chester
Chester, Cheshire

Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) from Adult Nursing

University Overview

Graduated with Honours

Riverside college kingsway
Widnes, Cheshire

Certificate of Higher Education from Access to Nursing and Midwifery

Skills

Clinical Skills Patient Care: Direct Patient Care, Patient Management, Patient Care Assessment, Discharge Planning, End of Life Care, Family Education, Patient Counseling Technical Skills: CPR, Phlebotomy, Vaccine Administration, Medication and IV Administration, Specimen Collection, Wound Care, Respiratory Support, Tracheostomy Care, Intravenous Therapy Emergency Care: Emergency Procedures, Basic Life Support, Critical Care, Acute Medication Unit, Critical Care Nursing Patient Safety & Quality Improvement Safety Practices: Infection Control Measures, Safeguarding, Patient Safety, Disease Prevention Quality Improvement: Care Planning, Clinical Documentation, Quality Improvement, Team Training and Development Communication & Education Patient Education: Health Promotion, Patient Education, Cultural Competence Excellent Communication: Communicating effectively with patients and families, Patient Counseling Nursing Experience Roles: Acute Medication Unit Nurse, Clinical Phlebotomist, Primary Healthcare Assistant, Education Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) in Adult Nursing
University of Chester, 2022 University clinical placements Dementia unit Surgical ward Theatre Recovery Accident and Energy Department Children centre sure to start 0-19 years Incontinence clinics Stroke ward Children's neonatal Cardiology Pediatric surgical recovery Gynaecology theatres Certificate of Higher Education in Access to Nursing and Midwifery
Riverside College Kingsway, 2015 Training & Certifications Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 training and assessment Safeguarding Awareness: Certification in Prevent Awareness training Midwifery Training: Courses on independent midwifery care and RCM-accredited programs Clinical Skills: Training in cannula insertion, urinary catheter removal, delivering bad news, post-mortem care, patient assessment, clinical decision-making Pharmacology and Prescribing: Safe and effective prescribing practices, management, and advanced pharmacology Public Health and Child Care: Identifying sick children and related health training Core Strengths Compassion and Empathy Ethical Practice Time Management Problem-Solving Self-Motivation Decision-Making Rehabilitation Support Chronic Disease Management Dementia Care Skill Development

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Timeline

Acute medicition unit nurse

Wirral university teaching hospital
07.2022 - 11.2023

Clinical phlebotomist

Warrington hospital NHS
02.2008 - 10.2009

Clinical phlebotomist

Wirral university teaching hospital
08.2003 - 09.2008

Primary healthcare assistant

Wirral university teaching hospital
01.2002 - 08.2003

University of Chester

Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) from Adult Nursing
3 2022

Riverside college kingsway

Certificate of Higher Education from Access to Nursing and Midwifery
9 2015

Training

  • Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 training and Assessment covering infection control practices
  • Safeguarding Awareness: Certification for completing Prevent Awareness training, focusing on radicalisation and raising concerns
  • Midwifery Training: Courses related to independent midwifery care and RCM accredited programs
  • Clinical Skills: Training on inserting cannulas, removing urinary catheters, delivering bad news, post-mortem care, patient assessment, and clinical decision-making
  • Pharmacology and Prescribing: Training covering safe and effective prescribing practices, management, and advanced pharmacology
  • Public Health and Child Care: Identifying sick children and other related health training

Strengths

My capacity to adapt to different social situations enhances my work relationships and fortifies team dynamics. Whether in a formal corporate setting or a creative atmosphere, I smoothly modify my communication style to suit the context. This versatility allows me to connect with a wide range of colleagues and clients, promoting collaboration and inclusiveness. maneuvering through diverse social environments boosts my networking skills, enabling me to easily form productive partnerships and collaborations. I also make it a point to advocate for my beliefs and ensure that I support anyone I feel needs it, standing as their voice and safeguarding their well-being in a happy environment.

Passions

Compassion and empathy

Training

  • Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 training and Assessment covering infection control practices
  • Safeguarding Awareness: Certification for completing Prevent Awareness training, focusing on radicalisation and raising concerns
  • Midwifery Training: Courses related to independent midwifery care and RCM accredited programs
  • Clinical Skills: Training on inserting cannulas, removing urinary catheters, delivering bad news, post-mortem care, patient assessment, and clinical decision-making
  • Pharmacology and Prescribing: Training covering safe and effective prescribing practices, management, and advanced pharmacology
  • Public Health and Child Care: Identifying sick children and other related health training

Strengths

  • Resilience and hard working, Explain how it benefits your work.
  • Attention to detail, Explain how it benefits your work.
  • I can adapt to different social settings, Explain how it benefits your work.
NICHOLA MCKEVITT