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Roisin Donohue

Lurgan ,Armagh

Summary

Compassionate and driven individual with proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams. Combining strong interpersonal skills and solid foundation in healthcare practices, poised to contribute significantly to community health initiatives. Ready to positively impact public health and wellness.

Offering solid foundation in public health principles and patient care. Knowledgeable about community health initiatives, health education, and patient advocacy. Ready to use and develop communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.

Compassionate professional with communication and leadership skills adept in patient care and health education. Proficient in providing holistic support and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to improving community health outcomes through dedicated service and innovative strategies.

Compassionate Public Health Nurse with knack for improving community health outcomes. Successfully implemented health programmes, enhancing patient care and awareness. Known for building strong relationships with patients and colleagues, fostering supportive and collaborative environment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work history

School Public Health Nurse

Southern trust Lurgan Hospital
Lirgan, Armagh
10.2019 - Current


  • Provided education for better personal health management to reduce hospital readmissions.
  • Performed school screenings to identify potential health issues amongst students early on.
  • Consulted with families on nutrition and exercise plans for healthier lifestyles.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development activities, staying informed about latest public health trends.
  • Reduced spread of infectious diseases with the implementation of vaccination campaigns.
  • Collaborated with local healthcare providers for improved patient care coordination.
  • Promoted healthy behaviours through the creation and dissemination of educational materials.
  • Administered vaccinations to protect against seasonal flu outbreaks, enhancing community immunity levels.
  • Conducted needs assessments to determine which materials and services were warranted for each individual case.
  • Tasked with answering phone calls, emails, letters and faxes in an efficient manner and provided informative responses.
  • Handled all data requests and ensured that they were resolved in a timely fashion.
  • Conducted holistic assessments and patient-centred care planning to optimise support.
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
  • Implemented, monitored and maintained high standards of care in daily activities.
  • Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.
  • Contributed to holistic planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality patient care.
  • Prioritised dignity and compassion to provide highly regarded end-of-life care.
  • Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
  • Assessed patients' ongoing wellbeing, recording details using specific computer health systems.
  • Managed personal caseload of school's
  • Delegated responsibilities to facilitate efficiency and maintain first-class patient care.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
  • Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
  • Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
  • Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.

Midwife

Southern trust
Craigavon , Armagh
05.2003 - 09.2019
  • Monitored patient progress, leading to timely identification of potential risks.
  • Assisted in operative deliveries for smooth surgical procedures under consultant supervision.
  • Provided family planning advice leading to informed reproductive choices.
  • Cooperated within multidisciplinary team settings for improved patient outcomes.
  • Delivered health promotion sessions, raising awareness about women's health issues.
  • Administered medications, resulting in effective pain management during labour.
  • Conducted antenatal classes for informed decisions about birth plans.
  • Ensured successful delivery by providing expert prenatal care and support.
  • Maintained detailed medical records for accurate tracking of patient history.
  • Gave vaccinations according to NHS immunisation schedule safeguarding infants against infectious diseases.
  • Educated families on newborn care, contributing to confident parenting skills.
  • Offered postnatal advice, promoting healthy recovery and breastfeeding practices.
  • Achieved positive feedback from patients due to excellent bedside manners and empathetic approach.
  • Facilitated home births, ensuring comfortable environment for natural birthing experience.
  • Performed neonatal examinations after birth guaranteeing early detection of abnormalities.
  • Managed health complications with timely interventions to ensure mother and baby's safety.
  • Provided emotional support for reduced stress during labour.
  • Handled emergency situations, ensuring immediate response to high-risk conditions.
  • Coordinated with a team of healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
  • Developed individualised care plans by thorough assessment of patients' needs and concerns.
  • Took patient samples, checked temperatures and monitored blood pressure and pulse, fostering patient health.
  • Educated women about accessible care and services during pregnancy, labour and early post natal period.
  • Monitored health of mother and child, referring mother to obstetrician in case of medical complications.
  • Aided decision making by providing correct care and service information, health education and parenting advice.
  • Monitored and recorded patient conditions before, during and after delivery and reported abnormalities for immediate intervention.
  • Identified high risk pregnancies, working closely with health care professionals for continued health and safety of mother and child.
  • Supported daily care of baby, advising new mothers on feeding, bathing and breast feeding techniques.
  • Provided emotional support during delivery, coaching and calming patients to enable safe delivery.
  • Handled emergencies focused on achieving positive outcomes.
  • Monitored progress and administered medication, injections and intravenous infusions during labour.
  • Provided care to pregnant women in homes, clinics and hospitals.
  • Dealt professionally and emphatically with emotionally charged situations with care.
  • Committed to equal treatment of women from all backgrounds and circumstances and remained actively informed on ethical practices in cases of sensitive situations.
  • Trained junior colleagues while educating self about recent developments in midwifery.
  • Monitored the condition of the fetus, applying effective pain management techniques to facilitate smooth labour.
  • Applied knowledge of drugs and pain management while assisting women in labour.
  • Wrote patient care plans after assessing and monitoring expectant mothers and developing fetuses.
  • Advised and supported parents after miscarriage, termination and stillbirth.
  • Conducted parenting classes, clinical examinations and screenings for accurate antenatal care.
  • Promoted positive parenting through health education and SIDS prevention inline with public health agenda.
  • Advised women on pregnancy nutrition to maintain good health in mums and babies.
  • Assisted parents during childbirth with clinical and emotional support.
  • Identified high-risk pregnancies and senior staff for appropriate treatment, preventing further complications.
  • Offered emotional support following traumatic miscarriage, termination of pregnancy, neonatal complications and stillbirths.
  • Listened actively to clients with non-judgemental approach, applied knowledge of cultural backgrounds and adapted communicating style to suit individuals.
  • Assessed newborn health and wellbeing, recording vitals and checks for continued monitoring.
  • Delivered specialised care for pregnant women during pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal periods.
  • Recorded and reported births to meet legal and professional obligations.
  • Provided breastfeeding education and support to promote improved uptake in new mums.
  • Monitored pregnancy progress to quickly identify prenatal health risks and concerns.
  • Helped pregnant women establish birth plans to suit personalised needs.
  • Minimised risks of pregnancy discomfort by educating patients on rest and exercises to boost wellbeing.
  • Sought advice from obstetricians to protect labouring women with health complications.
  • Evaluated, updated and documented patient information according to changes in condition to optimise outcomes.
  • Supported patients by helping prepare detailed, individualised birth plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
  • Organised scheduled parenting and health education services for expectant women.
  • Kept patients fully informed of procedural steps and implemented aromatherapy, massage and supportive techniques to ease anxiety.
  • Administered pain relief and therapies to labouring mothers for improved childbirth experiences.
  • Planned appropriate prenatal and postnatal care packages for parents and babies.
  • Conducted postpartum home visits to assess health, identify problems and implement early interventions during postpartum period.

staff nurse oncology palliative care

St Vincents Private hospital
Dublin, Dublin
12.1999 - 09.2000
  • Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
  • Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
  • Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
  • Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
  • Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
  • Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
  • Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
  • Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
  • Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
  • Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
  • Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
  • Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
  • Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
  • Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
  • Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
  • Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
  • Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
  • Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
  • Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
  • Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
  • Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
  • Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
  • Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
  • Worked on a ratio of one nurse to [Number] patients, providing consistent and effective care.
  • Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
  • Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
  • Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
  • Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
  • Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
  • Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
  • Used outstanding planning and prioritisation abilities to safely care for [Number] patients.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
  • Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
  • Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
  • Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
  • Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
  • Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
  • Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
  • Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
  • Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
  • Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
  • Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.

Education

GCSEs -

St Michaels Grammer school
Lurgan

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery studies

Napoer University
Edinburgh
07.2003

Higher National Diploma - Adult Nursing Studies

Queens University
Belfast
04.1999

Skills

  • Medical software proficiency
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • Electronic medical records systems
  • Decision making capacity
  • Immunisation administration
  • Smoking cessation programs
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Assessment of community needs
  • Health assessment procedures
  • Case Management
  • Safety protocols
  • Health screenings
  • Risk Management
  • Documentation
  • Health education
  • Performance metrics
  • High-risk groups
  • Emotional resilience
  • Quality inspection and control
  • Consultations
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Team oversight
  • Patient advocacy
  • Resource management
  • Patient support and advocacy
  • Needs assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Child and adolescent health
  • Education materials
  • Public health education
  • Wellness
  • Research and reporting
  • Implementation of initiatives
  • Obesity prevention
  • Empathetic listening
  • Clinical judgement
  • Health promotion strategies
  • Pharmaceutical knowledge
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Community nursing
  • Data collection and management
  • Oral and written communication
  • People Management
  • Nutrition counselling
  • Community events
  • Palliative Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Care planning
  • Patient health assessments
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Wound cleaning and dressing
  • Continence assessment
  • Infection control protocol
  • Sharps handling
  • COVID-19 safety
  • Nursing team briefings
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Interpersonal relations

Timeline

School Public Health Nurse

Southern trust Lurgan Hospital
10.2019 - Current

Midwife

Southern trust
05.2003 - 09.2019

staff nurse oncology palliative care

St Vincents Private hospital
12.1999 - 09.2000

GCSEs -

St Michaels Grammer school

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery studies

Napoer University

Higher National Diploma - Adult Nursing Studies

Queens University

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