Siobhain O'Shea
Whetstone,City of London
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Clinical Nurse Specialist Palliative Care
Barts Health NHS Trust
London, London
06.2023 - Current
- Strengthened team capabilities by developing mentoring programmes for nursing graduates and junior staff.
- Drove continuous improvement by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of latest developments in palliative nursing practice.
- Improved treatment outcomes by delivering clear, effective patient and family education.
- Ensured clinical compliance, verifying staff used MAR charts to required parameters.
- Promoted dignity, safety and independence for service users .
- Kept up-to-date with latest developments in nursing practice to contribute to medical research.
Bank Staff Nurse
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
London, London
01.2018 - Current
- Bank nurse working predominantly across a wide variety of outpatient clinics
- Maintained quality of service by guiding, training and mentoring other nursing staff in line with NMC code.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Palliative Care
North London Hospice
London, London
11.2019 - 06.2022
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- Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.
- Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
- Conducted holistic assessments and patient-centred care planning to optimise support.
- Specialised in providing Palliative care for palliative patients.
- Kept up-to-date with latest developments in nursing practice to contribute to medical research.
- Promoted dignity, safety and independence for service users .
Senior Staff Nurse Band 6
North London Hospice
London, London
02.2014 - 11.2019
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Managed progression of care coordination between teams and across areas.
- Evaluated existing infection control and prevention practices to identify areas of improvement.
- Led follow-up patient education by providing home care instructions.
Staff Nurse Band 5, Critical Care
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Barnet , London
12.2012 - 02.2014
- Monitored patient wellbeing, accurately recognising deterioration and initiating immediate emergency care.
- Implemented and evaluated care plan efficiencies, identifying and addressing concerns to improve treatment outcomes.
- Maximised junior staff productivity, effectively completing preparatory work for relevant procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of care to facilitate smooth and effective ward operations.
Legal Clerk
Waring & Co Solicitors
London, London
11.1999 - 09.2009
- Worked closely with lawyers to prepare arguments and evidence for trial.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients, lawyers and court staff.
- Drafted and submitted legal documents to senior staff for review and approval.
- Prepared for trials by conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
- Reported case progress to clients with warm and professional style.
- Sought signatures from relevant persons for binding documents and agreements.
Secretary
The Murphy Group
London, London
08.1991 - 11.1999
- Screened and directed incoming phone calls and distributed correspondence effectively.
- Updated files and records with precise system navigation.
- Greeted customers promptly and professionally, providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Drafted and distributed professional business letters and email correspondence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
London South Bank University
London 09.2009 - 07.2012
NVQ Level 3 - Business Administration
Southgate College
London 09.1990 - 07.1991
GCSEs - English language, Eng Lit, Maths, Science, History, Humanities, Spanish, Home Economics
Bishop Douglass School Finchley
London 09.1985 - 07.1990
Skills
- NMC-registered
- Direct patient care
- Specialised treatment plans
- MAR charts maintenance
- Pre and post-operative care
- Pain management techniques
- Patient assessment
- Care model development
- Health screening
- Holistic care
- Patient rehabilitation
- Medication administration
- Palliative care specialism
- Compassionate bedside manner
- Clinical assessment
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Specialist Palliative Care
Barts Health NHS Trust
06.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse Specialist Palliative Care
North London Hospice
11.2019 - 06.2022
Bank Staff Nurse
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
01.2018 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse Band 6
North London Hospice
02.2014 - 11.2019
Staff Nurse Band 5, Critical Care
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
12.2012 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
London South Bank University
09.2009 - 07.2012
Legal Clerk
Waring & Co Solicitors
11.1999 - 09.2009
Secretary
The Murphy Group
08.1991 - 11.1999
NVQ Level 3 - Business Administration
Southgate College
09.1990 - 07.1991
GCSEs - English language, Eng Lit, Maths, Science, History, Humanities, Spanish, Home Economics
Bishop Douglass School Finchley
09.1985 - 07.1990
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