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Rachel McNamara

Stockport,Cheshire

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with experience in adult acute and critical care, specialising in advanced life support and compassionate patient management. Proficient in nursing documentation, medication administration, and infection control, with a strong background in A and E experience. Skilled in clinical assessment tools, phlebotomy, and vascular access procedures, ensuring high standards of patient care. Committed to enhancing geriatric care through effective pain management and palliative care understanding. Career goal includes advancing clinical leadership roles to improve healthcare delivery systems.

Compassionate Adult Nurse with knack for providing exceptional patient care and fostering trust. Enhanced patient recovery rates through personalised care plans and collaborative teamwork. Known for quick decision-making and maintaining calm under pressure, significantly improving overall ward efficiency.

Organised and dependable Registered nurse with several years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Registered Adult Nurse - Ward A1

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Stockport, Greater Manchester
01.2025 - Current
  • Managed strict schedules, ensuring timely patient treatment delivery.
  • Handled emergencies effectively, safeguarding patient well-being.
  • Educated families on disease management, promoting post-discharge continuity of care.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with social workers for seamless home transitions.
  • Maintained rigorous infection control standards, minimising cross-contamination risks.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient outcomes.
  • Implemented tailored care plans, addressing specific patient needs and preferences.
  • Monitored patient vitals and responded to medical emergencies with composure.
  • Delivered diagnostics, treatments and rehabilitative support services.
  • Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
  • Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes. Especially when a patient may be approaching the end of their life,

Registered Adult Nurse - Trauma & Orthpedics

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Stockport, Greater Manchester
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Conducted thorough health assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care services.
  • Maintained sterile environment for reduced infection rates.
  • Drafted detailed patient reports to facilitate informed medical decisions by doctors.
  • Ensured smooth hospital operations through effective coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Handled emergency situations efficiently, preventing any adverse effects on the patient's condition.
  • Prioritised tasks effectively under pressure, ensuring seamless delivery of nursing services at all times.
  • Administered injections and medications for swift recovery.
  • Managed care for patients with chronic conditions, enhancing their quality of life.
  • Implemented individualised nursing care plans, resulting in optimised healing processes.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
  • Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • 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.
  • Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.

Care Assistant

Bramhall Manor Care Centre
Stockport, Greater Manchester
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Provided emotional support to patients, improving their mental wellbeing.
  • Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team for effective patient care delivery.
  • Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring safety of all residents.
  • Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
  • Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by addressing concerns of patients' families.
  • Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
  • Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.
  • Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
  • Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
  • Participated actively in team meetings discussing ways to improve service delivery leading to enhanced quality of life for the residents.
  • Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
  • Fed clients with severe limitations and assisted more mobile clients with self-feeding.
  • Provided tailored support to family members through particularly difficult periods.

Team Leader

Bramhall Manor Care Centre
Stockport, Greater Manchester
07.2021 - 11.2023
  • Devised actionable plans towards achieving set business objectives within deadlines.
  • Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
  • Negotiated successful outcomes in challenging scenarios, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
  • Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
  • Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
  • Followed opening, closing and shift changeover procedures for seamless operations.
  • Communicated effectively with family members, providing updates on resident's condition.
  • Administered medications to ensure health stability.
  • Helped residents with mobility issues around the home thereby assuring their comfort.
  • Documented daily observations accurately hence facilitating a comprehensive record of each resident's progression.
  • Assisted with personal care tasks, ensuring dignity and respect.
  • Demonstrated empathy towards residents' feelings and concerns, fostering trust relationships.
  • Participated in staff training sessions, keeping up-to-date with best practices in elderly care.
  • Encouraged independence amongst residents through supportive guidance.
  • Provided emotional support to residents, enhancing wellbeing.
  • Maintained confidentiality for safeguarding resident information.
  • Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
  • Documented accurate and updated caseload records and reports to streamline process.
  • Offered palliative care to patients with serious and terminal illnesses.
  • Determined ongoing patient safety, promptly reporting concerns about abuse or safeguarding issues to care managers.

Makeup Artist & Salon Manager

Elizabeth May Hair and Beauty
Stockport, Greater Manchester
03.2015 - 01.2021
  • Conducted training sessions for new employees; this improved overall team performance significantly.
  • Assisted in the designing and implementation of window displays at makeup stores, creating inviting shop fronts.
  • Produced stunning results through the application of airbrush makeup techniques.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation in work area, ensuring a comfortable environment for clients.
  • Provided makeup tutorials to clients, improving their self-application skills.
  • Advised on skincare routines before makeup application, promoting healthier complexions in long run.
  • Updated knowledge of latest beauty trends, helping clients stay current and stylish.
  • Achieved a dramatic transformation for clients with expert contouring techniques.
  • Applied prosthetic makeup for theatre productions, contributing to successful shows.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in special effects makeup during Halloween season, drawing more business towards salon.
  • Assisted brides to achieve their desired look on wedding days.
  • Selected suitable false eyelashes or extensions according to client's requirement-result, satisfied customers every time!.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing customised makeup services.
  • Communicated effectively with team members during busy periods to ensure smooth service flow.
  • Expertly matched foundation tones with skin types, enhancing natural beauty of clients.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and sanitised workstations for minimised staff and customer risk.
  • Trained junior team members in beauty principles and specific techniques.
  • Provided various lash and brow treatments, including tinting, shaping and perming.
  • Upsold aftercare products to improve salon profits.
  • Kept client records regularly updated with detailed information on previous treatments.
  • Achieved high-quality manicure finishes with attention to detail.
  • Boosted staff morale and productivity through regular team meetings and training sessions.
  • Cultivated an atmosphere of professionalism within salon, leading by example with exceptional personal grooming standards.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by addressing any staff issues promptly and fairly.
  • Multi-tasked between front-desk duties, answering phone calls, taking bookings efficiently.

Makeup Artist

Chanel Ltd
Manchester, Manchester
09.2006 - 03.2015
  • Updated knowledge of latest beauty trends, helping clients stay current and stylish.
  • Conducted training sessions for new employees; this improved overall team performance significantly.
  • Achieved a dramatic transformation for clients with expert contouring techniques.
  • Handled customer queries about products effectively, leading to increased sales in store.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing customised makeup services.
  • Assisted brides to achieve their desired look on wedding days.
  • Provided makeup tutorials to clients, improving their self-application skills.
  • Assisted in the designing and implementation of window displays at makeup stores, creating inviting shop fronts.
  • Expertly matched foundation tones with skin types, enhancing natural beauty of clients.
  • Advised on skincare routines before makeup application, promoting healthier complexions in long run.
  • Developed unique colour palettes for individual client needs; these were highly praised by customers.
  • Communicated effectively with team members during busy periods to ensure smooth service flow.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation in work area, ensuring a comfortable environment for clients.
  • Consulted with clients to understand and meet individual beauty needs.
  • Advised customers on optimal products and services to support long-term beauty goals.
  • Prioritised client comfort throughout treatments to encourage optimal satisfaction and repeat custom.
  • Performed various facials using carefully selected products to suit individual skin needs.
  • Trained junior team members in beauty principles and specific techniques.
  • Upsold aftercare products to improve salon profits.
  • Kept client records regularly updated with detailed information on previous treatments.
  • Converted artistic concepts into actionable and repeatable technical approaches.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing Degree with Hons

University of Salford
Salford
01.2021 - 12.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Access to Nursing & Midwifery

Stockport College
Stockport
09.2019 - 09.2020

GCSEs - Science trilogy

Stockport College
Stockport
09.2018 - 08.2019

GCSEs - Spanish; B, English Lang;B, English Lit;B, Maths;D, French;C, Geography;B, Art Textiles; A

Poynton High School
Poynton, Cheshire East

Skills

  • Nursing documentation
  • Advanced life support certifications
  • Urinary catheterisation
  • IV therapy administration
  • Oxygen therapy administration
  • A and E experience
  • Electrocardiogram interpretation
  • Palliative care understanding
  • Medication Administration
  • Pain management
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Geriatric care
  • Wound dressing
  • Diabetes management
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Infection Control
  • Phlebotomy
  • Clinical assessment tools
  • Adult acute and critical care
  • Catheter and tracheotomy care
  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
  • Vascular access procedures
  • Respiratory rate checking
  • Pulse assessment
  • Compassionate care

Affiliations

  • Wild Swimming, Forrest forraging and Walking my dog, Needle work and Art in general.

Certification

NMC Registered

Timeline

Registered Adult Nurse - Ward A1

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
01.2025 - Current

Registered Adult Nurse - Trauma & Orthpedics

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
01.2024 - 01.2025

Care Assistant

Bramhall Manor Care Centre
08.2021 - 11.2023

Team Leader

Bramhall Manor Care Centre
07.2021 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing Degree with Hons

University of Salford
01.2021 - 12.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Access to Nursing & Midwifery

Stockport College
09.2019 - 09.2020

GCSEs - Science trilogy

Stockport College
09.2018 - 08.2019

Makeup Artist & Salon Manager

Elizabeth May Hair and Beauty
03.2015 - 01.2021

Makeup Artist

Chanel Ltd
09.2006 - 03.2015

GCSEs - Spanish; B, English Lang;B, English Lit;B, Maths;D, French;C, Geography;B, Art Textiles; A

Poynton High School

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