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Rebecca Kitson

Norwich,England

Summary

  • My current role as a CNS of a new service for Neuro Rehabilitation has been varied and rewarding. The service is a new initiative working with the local ICB to continue a persons rehabilitation in their own homes from tertiary care as part of an MDT team.
  • I have been instrumental in it's development and running, identifying and creating and delivering training materials and competencies for support staff for their role within the team. These include bespoke sessions specific to each service user, ranging from Brain injury to anaphylaxis, PEG feed and neurological conditions.
  • I have developed a positive relationship with the support staff through their training and supported them in service users homes with new skills and competencies and have been managing the rostering when required.
  • My hard work has not gone recognised as I recently received an award from the business for my commitment and determination in getting the service off of the ground.


Prior to my current role

  • Over 20 years working as a critical care nurse, monitoring and managing care of level 2/3/4 patients post surgery/trauma/multiorgan failure. CVC/IV, phlebotomy, epidural/PCA, ECG, haemofiltration competent, HDU course
  • ICNARC audit clerk for 7 years, collating data of all patients admitted through CCC to discharge, communication with other hospitals and attending yearly conferences. The audit being a government resource during the COVID pandemic which I was the lead audit clerk for our trust
  • Tracheostomy care/management/change experience

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Vaccination nurse practitioner

vaccination uk
Norwich, Norfolk
10.2021 - Current
  • Triaged and administered seasonal flu vaccine to primary and secondary school children as per guidelines
  • triaged and administer DTP, Men ACWY boosters and HPV vaccines as per guidelines
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.

Senior Staff Nurse - Critical Care Complex

NNUH
Norwich, Norfolk
01.2003 - Current
  • Care of ventilated patients - ET/trachy
  • Care of level 2/3/4 patients - infant to adult
  • Haemofiltration
  • Audit management - ICNARC
  • CVC/IV medication and nutrition administration competent
  • HDU course
  • Palliative care
  • Organ donation
  • Surgical/trauma/medical emergency and life sustaining care and rehabilitation
  • Concurred with inter-professional teams to execute recommended quality improvement plans and interventions.
  • Participated in clinical risk and quality improvement initiatives activities.
  • Managed progression of care coordination between teams and across areas.
  • Trained and developed junior nurses to successfully pass their probation period.
  • Tracked near-miss and error report information and initiated strategies to improve patient safety practices.
  • Oversaw admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
  • Provided and facilitated activities in medical emergencies or crisis situations.
  • Consistently monitored patient health and wellbeing to recognise deterioration and initiate appropriate action.
  • Conducted rounds with physicians to assist with treatment and patient care.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Reviewed administration procedures for patient discharge, implementing improvements for waiting time reductions.
  • Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
  • Utilised benchmarks to examine patient safety practices.
  • Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated smooth patient discharge, managing transition to hospital wards or referred hospitals.
  • Met frequent patient monitoring requirements through strategic workload planning.
  • Informed patients and relatives of treatment plans and expected outcomes.
  • Maximised preventative care utilisation to reduce hospital burden and help eliminate readmissions.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, family and colleagues to support continuum of care..
  • Applied wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
  • Kept accurate, complete records of care in alignment with charting and privacy protocols.
  • Identified patient deterioration through diligent observations.
  • Facilitated adequate pain management for assigned patients to minimise discomfort.
  • Assessed patient health needs quickly to deliver rapid emergency support.
  • Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and patient care options.
  • Recorded incidents promptly, escalating to senior nursing staff for assistance.
  • Planned and implemented treatment programmes to stabilise patient conditions.
  • Administered, stored and handled medication within outlined regulations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary nursing teams for excellent care continuity.
  • Maintained patient privacy and dignity throughout treatment and care.
  • Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
  • Evaluated patients' physical, psychological and social issues to identify appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
  • Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
  • Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
  • Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
  • Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Increased effectiveness and efficiency of audit by completing detailed, accurate working papers.
  • Reviewed work produced by less experienced team members to determine accuracy and completeness.
  • Supervised and trained junior members of staff in best audit practices.
  • Liaised with team members to ensure assignments met agreed terms.
  • Examined patients to assess function and identify markers of disease or injury.
  • Monitored patients' responses to treatments and adjusted treatment plans to counteract negative effects.
  • Filed official paperwork reporting on key life events and mandated disease notifications.
  • Set up and operated special medical equipment and apparatus for different procedures.
  • Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardised tests to check responses.
  • Conducted workshops and special events to educate community about preventative health.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary medical team to check patient wishes and care.
  • Coordinated rehabilitative efforts to improve patient quality of life and wellbeing.
  • Reviewed patient files and records to identify allergies, medical concerns, medications and immunisation statuses.
  • Contributed to research into various studies to improve patient treatments.
  • Oversaw and delegated work activities for junior practitioners and support staff.
  • Calculated proper medication dosage based on patient physiology.


Vaccination nurse practitioner

One Norwich Practice
Norwich, Norfolk
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • triaged and administered seasonal flu and covid booster vaccines to housebound and care/nursing home patients as per guidelines
  • assessment post administration
  • education pre and post administration of risks and benefits and possible side effects
  • liaising with GPs
  • Working independently using system one and pinnacle for record keeping

Prison Nurse - Bank

HMP Norwich - Virgincare
Norwich, Norfolk
05.2015 - 03.2021
  • Primary care including substance withdrawal monitoring and management, Long term conditions, vaccines, sexual health, phlebotomy, liaising with MDT services
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
  • Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Cera Care
Norwich, Norfolk
04.2024 - Current
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
  • Promoted dignity, safety and independence for service users .
  • Analysed patient data to facilitate accurate assessment of treatment outcomes.
  • Evaluated nursing practices to improve quality of care, boosting patient satisfaction levels.
  • Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Performed health assessments and designed specialised treatment plans.
  • Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
  • Implemented mandatory patient safety training to reduce clinical errors.
  • Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
  • Closely monitored and recorded patient vitals, implementing bespoke care improvements to minimise recovery time.
  • Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
  • Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
  • Improved treatment outcomes by delivering clear, effective patient and family education.
  • Devised comprehensive intervention strategies for patients with medical issues.
  • Hired, trained and supervised staff to maintain health and safety standards.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Oversaw staff training and education, conducting reflective practice sessions guarantee all intervention was effective and evidence-based.
  • Maintained cost control by coordinating resources in line with clinical needs.
  • Documented patient data in EMR software, accurately recording details of interventions and progress.
  • Consistently elevated standards to competently cater to numerous occupancy rates.
  • Worked with cross-functional care teams to verify and promote continuity of care.
  • Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Practised working knowledge of current policies and procedures, addressing issues of non-compliance.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
  • Drove continuous improvement by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of latest developments in nursing practice.
  • Consulted with patient care managers to review current procedures and optimise patient care.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to confidentiality and data security protocols.
  • Positively actioned feedback and complaints within prescribed timescales.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - nursing

UEA school of nursing and midwifery
Norwich, Norfolk
04.1993 - 11.1996

Skills

  • Identifying creating, delivering and managing training and competencies bespoke to service user requirements
  • Developing relationships with service users and their families and their support staff
  • Developing bespoke rehabilitation care packages
  • Rostering
  • Over 20 years experience caring for critically ill patents
  • Care planning and communicating with Intensivists/MDT and implementing care, reviewing and evaluating care
  • CVC/IV medication and nutrition experience
  • Tracheostomy care and management and experience with tube changes
  • Good communication skills with colleagues and patient/relatives
  • Patient education
  • Administering medication
  • Acute care expertise
  • Palliative care
  • Healthcare management
  • COVID-19 protocols

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Cera Care
04.2024 - Current

Vaccination nurse practitioner

One Norwich Practice
05.2023 - 12.2023

Vaccination nurse practitioner

vaccination uk
10.2021 - Current

Prison Nurse - Bank

HMP Norwich - Virgincare
05.2015 - 03.2021

Senior Staff Nurse - Critical Care Complex

NNUH
01.2003 - Current

Diploma of Higher Education - nursing

UEA school of nursing and midwifery
04.1993 - 11.1996

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