
A highly skilled staff nurse with extensive expertise in catheterisations, blood glucose and pressure monitoring, wound dressing, including NPWT and compassionate End Of Life Care. Proficient in operating advanced medical equipment such as intravenous drip infusions, defibrillator machines, and T3 McKinley Syringe Pumps. Demonstrates exceptional competence in using electronic medication recording systems (Emars) and mechanical aids to enhance patient care. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services with a focus on patient safety and well-being. A compassionate staff nurse with knack for improving patient care and fostering supportive environment. Led multiple initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and streamline nursing processes, earning commendations from both patients and colleagues. Known for exceptional interpersonal skills and proactive approach in high-pressure situations.
· Delegate but ensure new residents are orientated into their surroundings and introduced to residents and staff, and the appropriate documentation is completed on time.
· Assess the resident's physical, psychological and social needs and draw up a care profile taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and background of the resident and involve the patient, family and multi-discliplinary team.
· Plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in accordance with the resident's needs and within the ‘named nurse' system. Ensure the named nurse system is keep up-to-date.
· Continuously evaluate care needs with other members of the nursing team and ensure that care plans and records are up-to-date and accurate. Continually seek to improve the care delivered to residents.
· Help residents to understand the ageing process and how if affects their health and lifestyle . Visit each residents daily to assess their needs and assist residents to maximise their comfort, dignity and independence and create the right environment which supports their physical and mental well-being.
· Lead a multi-disclipary shift team, supervising staff in all respects including orientation of new staff, appraisal, training and development of care staff, organising and coordinating their duties, guiding, supporting, monitoring and evaluating staff performance.
· Ensure that documentation relating to the delivery of care is completed accurately, legibly and in accordance with company standards. Participate in the formal audit process at the request of the Home Manager.
· Comply with the NMC Code of Conduct at all times and ensure processes are adhered to for the safe ordering, custody, storing, disposing and administration of all medication. Accept responsibility for the safety of medication in store and on the trolley during dispensing rounds.
· Manage stocks of all supplies effectively and economically and ensure the timely order of replenishment stocks.
· Work co-operatively with activities staff to ensure residents spiritual and social needs are met.
· Proactively develop professional and clinical skills in order to enhance the knowledge and skills needed for safe and effective practice.
· Contribute to the development of new ideas in nursing and social care in respect of stimulation for residents to improve their quality of life.
· Participate in continuous process improvements and make recommendations for change with regard to clinical and non-clinical policy.
· Participate in an on-call rota if assessed to be competent.
· Assist with the investigation of any complains.
· Keep the head of Unit informed of any relevant issues.
· Finalist – Nurse Of The Year 2022 National Care Home Awards Scottish Care 2022
· Balhousie Care Group Long Service Award May 2019
· Balhousie Care Group Certificate of Gratitude December 2020
· Balhousie Care Group Chairman,s Award 2022
· Finalist – Great British Care Award Palliative /End of Life Care 2022