Rebecca Halford

Deliver nursing care and treatment to Neurological patients, 16+ in an in-patient sub acute ward setting.
Nursing duties include;
Admissions and discharge planning, ensuring effective flow throughout the services and Ward
Medicines management and administration
Complete, interpret and escalate NEWs and Sepsis Screening
Tracheostomy care, management and weaning
Deliver complex Nutritional needs orally and via external devices
Tissue Viability and Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
Assess Continence and efficiency of products
Catheter care and education
Falls prevention and management
Lead or support in an emergency/ manage deteriorating patients
IV Therapy and Blood Transfusions
Care planning and documentation, co-ordinated with the Multidisciplinary Team, updated and adjusted as needed
Ensure IPC guidelines are adhered to and appropriate
Ensure Safeguarding/ DOLs/ Capacity guidelines are adhered to and delivered safely
Mentor Students
Support Junior Colleagues through leadership and annual appraisals and clinical supervision
Manage complaints and incidents on the Ward and deliver actions and learning

Assisted Senior Management to ensure targets are met and quality measures are met

Executed nursing duties across diverse settings including Stroke, Neuro, and Orthopaedic rehabilitation.
Maintained flexibility and openness to learning in Sub Acute Medicines and Palliative Care.
Held senior bleep holder responsibilities out of hours, overseeing patient flow management.
Responded first to emergencies, ensuring timely care and intervention.
Managed local complaints and staff conflicts effectively, promoting a healthy work environment.
Coordinated with external services and providers to enhance patient support.
Addressed staff sickness and incident management, implementing necessary action plans.

Ensured delivery of excellent nursing care to patients
Managed incidents and patient safety to uphold care standards.
Oversaw audits and implemented action plans for continuous improvement.
Maintained effective budget management while prioritising safety and quality.
Optimised flow throughout wards and clinical settings to enhance efficiency.
Addressed complaints and concerns promptly to maintain patient satisfaction.
Facilitated feedback on action plans and promoted best practices among staff.
Ensured adequate staff training

Monitored delivery of patient care, including implementation of care plans

Recognised and managed workplace risk

Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities

Advocated for patients' rights and needs; enhancing patient satisfaction.