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Nicola McKee

Greenock ,Inverclyde

Summary

With 14 years of post graduate nursing experience, 7 years of this being with IAS and now Maximus, I have an

extensive clinical expertise, strong analytical abilities and exceptional relationship-building capabilities.

With strong coaching, mentoring skills and leading peer support initiatives, with long standing experience in IR PBR, SREL, PA3 Audit, and PBR/F2F AR. Highly organised and quality-driven, excelling in workload prioritisation while actively supporting colleagues. Committed to driving positive change, learning and development.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Disability Analyst - Clinical Coach/Audit Team

IAS - transition to Maximus
Paisley, Renfrewshire
09.2021 - Current
  • Supporting and delivering Stage 3 and Stage 5 HPs with one-to-one coaching.
  • Evaluating stage 3 and stage 5 peers' work to guarantee utmost quality of output.
  • Guiding and mentoring on report completion to achieve A grade standards.
  • Developing and implementing stage 3/5 support plans, coordinating and integrating support and development plans with team CSL's and managers.


  • Invested in ongoing professional training to ensure up-to-date knowledge in DWP, PIP, and AUDIT while encouraging development among mentees and colleagues, to achieve positive outcomes for claimants and DWP.
  • Auditing of PA3 reports
  • PBR AR
  • F2F AR
  • IR PBR
  • SREL
  • Positively approaching different tasks/change of tasks week by week to meet business needs.
  • Pro active and supporting peers in peer support chat on a daily basis.
  • As team consists of mix of IR HPs and myself as auditor - I was asked by CSL and SDM to provide an audit session for peers. This was a very successful 2 x sessions held with peers to provide insight into Audit, what this involves, Audit trends and to have a general overall discussion regarding audit feedback, difficulties they may have. I had very positive feedback from team following these sessions and have continued to support and provide audit insight on peer support thread to support peers and overall to promote quality of work.




Disability Analyst - IR PBR TEAM

Independent Assessment Services -Maximus
Paisley, Renfrewshire
09.2017 - 09.2021
  • Enhanced decision-making by analysis of medical evidence on a broad range of conditions and disabilities.
  • Conducting person centred tailored assessments and compiling detailed, comprehensive medical reports
  • Maintained utmost accuracy and confidentiality whilst handling sensitive and confidential data.

● Providing advice on how a person's health condition or disability is impacting their daily life, whilst recognising that individuals may be affected in different ways

● Liaising with health professionals, welfare organisations and relevant agencies to ensure a fair and accurate assessment process

● Sourcing, gathering and reviewing medical evidence on a range of health conditions

● Providing a clear and concise functional medical report for DWP Case Managers

Critical care staff nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Greenock, Inverclyde
09.2015 - 09.2017
  • Managed ventilator care for critically ill patients.
  • Developed individualised patient-centered plans based on assessment data prioritising efficient recovery.
  • Educated family members about patient's condition, facilitating better understanding and cooperation.
  • Responded quickly during emergencies, ensuring patient safety.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient's progress whilst under critical care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to improve patient outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle stressful situations effectively during emergency cases.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, family and colleagues to support continuum of care..
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary nursing teams for excellent care continuity.

Anaesthetics Nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
11.2011 - 09.2014
  • Delivered exceptional patient care through administration of medication, performance of routine checks, and maintenance of medical records.
  • Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining current knowledge of nursing practices andhics.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
  • Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
  • Assisted doctors during procedures, ensuring successful operations.
  • Participated regularly in professional development activities to enhance nursing skills.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.

Education

Bsc Adult Nursing - Nursing

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow
09.2008 - 08.2011

Advanced Life Support - Critical Care Nursing

NHS GG&C
Glasgow
04.2016 - 04.2016

Skills

  • Excellent clinical expertise and Analytical skills
  • Experience in relationship building, I can work effectively and confidently collaborate with others


  • Positive Attitude and Advocate of Change


  • Committed to Company values
  • I am highly organised, performance and quality driven, with an ability to prioritise and manage my own workload whilst actively supporting other peers/colleagues


  • Keen & Motivated to learn and develop new skills


  • I enjoy helping others and building relationships, strong leader of team peer support thread, I am co-operative, patient, excellent communication skills and able to earn respect from peers and colleagues at all levels
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills
  • Strong clinical experience of IR PBR, SREL, PA3 Audit, PA3/PA4 AR
  • Previous TA approval - lapsed post covid due to task move to IR BAU


Timeline

Disability Analyst - Clinical Coach/Audit Team

IAS - transition to Maximus
09.2021 - Current

Disability Analyst - IR PBR TEAM

Independent Assessment Services -Maximus
09.2017 - 09.2021

Advanced Life Support - Critical Care Nursing

NHS GG&C
04.2016 - 04.2016

Critical care staff nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
09.2015 - 09.2017

Anaesthetics Nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
11.2011 - 09.2014

Bsc Adult Nursing - Nursing

Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2008 - 08.2011
Nicola McKee