Robyn Kiernan
Trainee Nursing Associate
Salford
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with experience spanning customer service, support work, and healthcare assistance across a variety of settings, including dementia care, spinal surgery, and acute neurology. Currently nearing completion of the Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) programme within the NHS, gaining experience across the four fields of nursing: adult, child, mental health, and learning disabilities. Proven ability to provide person-centred care, support patient dignity, and contribute to effective multidisciplinary teamwork.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Nursing Associate
Northern Care Alliance
2023 - Current
- Includes placements in adult, child, mental health, and learning disability settings.
- Academic modules in clinical skills, anatomy & physiology, and professional values.
- A-E assessments, escalating concerns, supporting rehabilitation and discharge planning
- Health promotion and signposting patients to appropriate services.
- Administering medications – oral, topical, transdermal, inhalation, rectal, intramuscular, subcutaneous, vaginal, and sublingual.
- Providing care for patients with tracheostomy – changing the dressing, checking the inner tube, checking the subglottic, providing adequate humidification, stoma site care and suctioning.
Health Care Assistant
Northern Care Alliance
2022 - 09.2023
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients living with dementia.
- Assisted with feeding, toileting, and emotional support, ensuring patient dignity.
- Monitored behaviour changes and reported to senior staff.
- Used calm, empathetic communication tailored to each individual’s needs, including non-verbal techniques for patients with limited verbal ability.
- Supported patients in activities that promote cognitive stimulation and emotional well-being, such as music, reminiscence, and sensory activities.
Support Worker
Future Directions CIC
2021 - 2022
- Supported adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in residential settings.
- Encouraged independence and facilitated daily activities and community inclusion.
- Maintained accurate care records and followed safeguarding protocols.
- Encouraged service users to develop life skills such as cooking, budgeting, personal hygiene, and social interaction.
- Provided reassurance, built trusting relationships, and supported individuals in maintaining social connections and taking part in activities they enjoy.
- Followed and contributed to tailored care plans focused on individual needs, goals, and preferences.
- Administered medications, attended medical appointments, and reported changes in health or behaviour to team leaders or clinical staff.
- Used clear, supportive communication (including non-verbal methods where appropriate) and advocated for individuals' needs in multi-agency meetings.
Customer Assistant
Argos
2015 - 2020
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Assisted with stock management, sales transactions, and problem resolution.
- Developed strong communication and people skills transferable to healthcare.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Trainee Nursing Associate
University of Salford
09/2023 -
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Health and Social Care
Manchester Metropolitian University
GCSEs - Maths
St Nicholas Catholic High School
GCSEs - English Language
St Nicholas Catholic High School
Skills
Venepuncture, vital signs and ECG
Effective communication
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Professional judgement and escalation
Patient advocacy
Resilience
Commitment to ongoing learning and reflective practice
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trainee Nursing Associate
Northern Care Alliance
2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Northern Care Alliance
2022 - 09.2023
Support Worker
Future Directions CIC
2021 - 2022
Customer Assistant
Argos
2015 - 2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Trainee Nursing Associate
University of Salford
09/2023 -
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Health and Social Care
Manchester Metropolitian University
GCSEs - Maths
St Nicholas Catholic High School
GCSEs - English Language
St Nicholas Catholic High School