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Nicola Donnelly

Preston,Lancashire

Summary

Highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in intensive care, Ward, outpatient and A&E settings. Demonstrates exceptional abilities in empathetic communication, patient assessments, and trauma management. Proven expertise in IV drug therapy management, aseptic techniques, and infection prevention procedures. Adept at conflict management, stress management techniques, and grief support. Strong leadership in nursing staff training and supervision, with a focus on evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration. Committed to patient advocacy and confidentiality maintenance while excelling in proactive initiative and resilience under pressure. Career goal: to continue advancing clinical leadership skills within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Compassionate and driven, with strong foundation in patient care and team leadership. Combines critical thinking and communication skills to provide exceptional support in healthcare setting. Ready to make meaningful contributions to patient outcomes and team success.

Compassionate Sister with knack for leading teams and improving patient care. Enhanced ward efficiency through streamlined processes, resulting in better patient outcomes. Known for mentoring junior staff and fostering supportive work environment.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Passionate Sister in critical care with experience in data accuracy and management. Independent problem-solver focused on customer service and product development. Works well under tight deadlines. Have skills in ENT and MAX FAX, Ward care, as well as outpatients. Always put my patients first and staff creating an effective working team by following the trust values and beliefs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Critical Care Sister

Royal Preston Hospital NHS trust
Preston, Lancashire
02.2014 - Current
  • Oversaw junior staff training, improving the overall quality of care provided on the ward.
  • Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
  • Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
  • Applied infection control protocols; minimising cross-contamination risks in the ward.
  • Provided excellent care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
  • Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and needs; enhancing patient satisfaction.
  • Assisted doctors during examinations, ensuring thorough assessments were made.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, bettering patient treatment.
  • Administered medications for effective pain management.
  • Led staff to improve patient care through valuable coaching, teaching and mentoring.
  • Recognised and managed workplace risks, immediately determining best methods for resolution.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Worked closely with fellow nursing professionals to identify strategies for practice development and improvement.
  • Recruited and hired individuals to add depth, expertise and talent to healthcare team.
  • Encouraged learning appropriate learning opportunities for staff members, promoting best practices for high-quality patient care.
  • Handled annual appraisals for employees and facilitated personal development plans in compliance with mandatory training.
  • Educated families about patient conditions, promoting informed decision-making.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly; promptly identifying any abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for seamless healthcare delivery.
  • Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
  • Prioritised tasks based on urgency and severity to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
  • Enhanced team collaboration with clear and concise communication.
  • Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Identified areas in need of clinical improvement and implemented process changes to accommodate.
  • Conducted regular ward rounds for comprehensive health monitoring.
  • Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
  • Explained medical procedures to patients, fostering understanding and trust.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Implemented care plans to improve patient outcomes.
  • Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Determined and implemented nursing standards and structures for better patient care practices.
  • Performed patient evaluations and developed care plans in alignment with needs.
  • Managed complex cases through a multi-disciplinary approach; ensuring holistic care for patients.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices, reducing infection risks.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with social services, facilitating smoother transitions home.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures.
  • Monitored delivery of patient care for entire unit, including implementation of care plans.

Staff nurse band 5, critical care

Royal Blackburn Hospital NHS Trust
Blackburn, Lancashire
04.2008 - 02.2014
  • Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
  • Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
  • Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
  • Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
  • Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
  • Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
  • Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
  • Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
  • Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
  • Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
  • Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
  • Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.

Ward Staff nurse band 5

Royal Blackburn Hospital NHS Trust
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
03.2005 - 04.2008
  • Trained new staff members, promoting skill development.
  • Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
  • Escorted patients to imaging tests or surgical procedures whilst maintaining safety protocols at all times.
  • Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
  • Ensured adherence to hospital policies and procedures, maintaining high professional standards.
  • Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.
  • Communicated effectively with doctors for better patient outcomes.
  • Developed care plans for improved treatment results.
  • Maintained cleanliness of ward, reducing infection risks.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Managed wound dressings and post-operative care to speed up healing processes.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities, promoting a sense of independence and dignity.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
  • Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire
09.2009 - 09.2013

Post Graduate Certificate in Critical care - Nursing

UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire
03.2012 - 03.2013

Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing

UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire
03.2002 - 03.2005

Skills

Empathetic communication

  • Conflict management
  • Patient assessments
  • Compassionate care
  • Trauma management
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Procedure development
  • Stress management techniques
  • Patient advocacy
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Aseptic technique mastery
  • Proactive initiative
  • Hospice and palliative knowledge
  • Time efficiency
  • A&E experience
  • W
  • Intensive care expertise
  • Catheter and wound care
  • Palliative Care
  • Staff training
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • IV administration
  • Active listening
  • Infection prevention procedures
  • Change management
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Workload prioritisation
  • Positive attitude
  • Risk Management
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Surgical assistance
  • Clinical leadership
  • Decision making
  • Professionalism
  • Critical-thinking
  • Grief support
  • Staff supervision
  • Self-motivation
  • Senior care experience
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Vaccinations administration
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Critical evaluation
  • Computer literacy
  • Intramuscular injection execution

Accomplishments

I am a PNA within Critical care and support my team with an approachable nature.

Inclusion lead and advocate not only for staff but patients also.

Timeline

Critical Care Sister

Royal Preston Hospital NHS trust
02.2014 - Current

Post Graduate Certificate in Critical care - Nursing

UCLAN
03.2012 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UCLAN
09.2009 - 09.2013

Staff nurse band 5, critical care

Royal Blackburn Hospital NHS Trust
04.2008 - 02.2014

Ward Staff nurse band 5

Royal Blackburn Hospital NHS Trust
03.2005 - 04.2008

Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing

UCLAN
03.2002 - 03.2005
Nicola Donnelly