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Olivia Melling

Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

Driven nursing professional with 9 months of Band 5 Staff Nurse experience in ward care environments delivering exceptional care to diabetic and general medical patients. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health. Knowledgeable and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting NMC standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Bringing hands-on experience within clinical environments, dynamic skill set and extensive training in Diabetes and General Medicine.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Staff Nurse Band 5

Liverpool University Hospitals
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2022 - Current
  • Implemented and evaluated care plan efficiencies, identifying and addressing concerns to improve treatment outcomes.
  • Monitored patient wellbeing, accurately recognising deterioration and initiating immediate emergency care.
  • Led treatment updates with patients and families using patient-friendly terminology.
  • Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
  • Maintained accurate records of care to facilitate smooth and effective ward operations.
  • Documented incidents on patient management systems in real time to maximise efficiencies.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.

Band 3 Healthcare Assistant

Liverpool University Hospitals
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Provided personalised care and support to vulnerable individuals, helping them retain maximum independence.
  • Promoted positive physical and emotional wellbeing through empathetic care and compassionate assistance.
  • Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
  • Provided compassionate personal care for elderly patients, offering support with washing, dressing and toileting.
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records to enable care continuity between support providers.
  • Provided basic patient health care, administering blood tests, taking blood pressure and dressing wounds.
  • Actively developed professional healthcare competencies through regular training.
  • Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

Edge Hill University
Ormskirk
09.2019 - 06.2022

NVQ Level 3 -

Southport College
Southport
09.2016 - 06.2018

GCSEs -

Deyes High School
Liverpool
09.2011 - 06.2016

Skills

  • Ethical decision-making
  • Caseload management
  • Outstanding communication
  • Patient-centered care
  • Phlebotomy
  • Patient record management
  • Medication storage and disposal
  • Data confidentiality
  • Band 5 registered
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Catheter and Wound Care
  • Charting and reporting
  • Catheterisation
  • Analgesia control
  • Clinical understanding
  • Pre- and post-operation care
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Patient education
  • Medication administration
  • Equipment sterilisation
  • Discharge procedures
  • Team working with Multi Disciplinary Teams

Timeline

Staff Nurse Band 5

Liverpool University Hospitals
09.2022 - Current

Band 3 Healthcare Assistant

Liverpool University Hospitals
01.2020 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

Edge Hill University
09.2019 - 06.2022

NVQ Level 3 -

Southport College
09.2016 - 06.2018

GCSEs -

Deyes High School
09.2011 - 06.2016
Olivia Melling