Thomas Marson
Leicester ,Leicestershire
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in understanding autism and complex needs, committed to developing effective nursing care plans and ensuring compliance with Local and National Policy. Demonstrates proficiency in tailored communication and holistic care approaches, prioritising patient well-being and quality of life. Skilled in PBS coaching, aiming to enhance patient support systems that aim to upskill areas like activities of daily living, social inclusion and meaningful independence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Learning disability nurse
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
Leicester
2023.11 - Current
- Participated in continuous professional development activities to stay updated on latest nursing practices.
- Liaised with external agencies such as social services and educational institutions to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Assessed and diagnosed learning disabilities using therapeutic communication techniques.
- Created and implemented PBS plans and Pathways
- Taught PBS initial and update training as a BiLD coach, and utilised as the inhouse trainer for the inpatient service.
- Worked with patients with complex needs both physical and psychiatric
- Worked alongside the Psychologist to provide health education for Family's
- Shift led/Nurse in charge for the unit, both during regular hours and out of hours.
- Spent time in the LD Crisis team for a number of months.
- Led my own training days for patient specific needs where i developed risk management strategies to support complex needs such as high risk/frequency behaviour.
Student Nurse
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
Leicester
2021.10 - 2023.10
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team, ensuring seamless patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated empathetic understanding towards patients' families; facilitated effective communication about the progression of patients’ conditions.
- Ensured safe environment with regular cleaning and sterilisation of equipment.
- Started to learn about Positive Behaviour Support, and how this fits into the role of an LD Nurse. And how this can be utilised to remodel the care for an individual
- Present findings in ward rounds and lead on behalf of a patient
Assistant nursing practitioner
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
Leicester
2019.08 - 2021.10
- Observed and reported changes in patients' condition facilitating prompt intervention.
- Performed clinical duties efficiently under senior nurse supervision.
- Liaised with families providing them timely updates on patients' progress.
- Created Care plans autonomously
- Delivered quality healthcare service with effective communication skills.
- Was one of the first Band 4's in the inpatient LD service, I played a role in mapping out how the role was utilised.
- Led the ward in the absence of qualified Nurse
Trainee assistant practitioner
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
Leicester
2017.08 - 2019.08
- Started to increase my understanding of LD Nursing
- Assisted the qualified Nurse on duty with carrying out more complex care
- Managed complex physical health needs for those with a Learning Disability, taking vital observations, putting health education in accessible format and creating accessible format care plans
- Completed care plans using my own formulations and findings (Overviewed by RN)
- Started to complete Course materials that helped me to better understand the needs of the patient, local and national policy
Healthcare support worker
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
Leicester
2013.11 - 2017.08
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times.
- Facilitated social activities for patients, boosting morale and wellbeing.
- Completed trawls (Now known as Ward round notes)
- Daily progress notes
- Added input to Care Plans bespoke to patients with a Diagnosed Learning Disabilities
- Aided towards reasonable adjustments
Healthcare support worker (Apprentice)
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
Leicester
2012.10 - 2013.10
- Prepared meals according to individual dietary requirements, promoting good nutrition.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for all patients.
- Assisted in administering medication as per instructions from qualified professionals, ensuring correct dosage and timing are followed.
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Communicated sensitively with patients whilst respecting privacy and dignity at all times.
Education
How trauma fits into a PBS framework
British Institute of Learning Disabilities
2024.01 - 2024.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Open University
2021.10 - 2023.10
Positive Behaviour Support Coaches programme (Four day)
British institute of Learning Disabilities
Leicester 2023.01 - 2023.05
Functional Skills Mathematics Level 2
OCR
2017.01 - 2017.05
IT User Skills (ECDL Extra) (ITQ) (QCF)
ECDL
2017.01 - 2017.05
Skills
- Understanding of autism
- Epilepsy Management
- Nursing care plan development
- MHA/LD rights understanding
- Sensitive communication
- Trauma Informed Care
- Holistic care approach
- Medication Administration
- PBS Coaching
Affiliations
- I love to write music! I Play guitar and even a bit of Karaoke (which I take seriously)
- I like Sci FI, especially Star Wars.
Accomplishments
Last year I was asked to be a Key Note Speaker at the International Nurses Day (Learning Disabilities)
This was a big honour for me, and was asked due to my ongoing development in the trust going from an Apprentice Health Care Support worker to Registered Nurse. Some of the courses I have completed had not been done in the LD inpatient setting previously. I was able to talk about how I piloted some of the policies and show my gratitude for the investment in me.
But also share my passion in the field of LD nursing and how this is a discipline of nursing we need to protect and nurture those that pursue it.
A few months later I was also nominated and successful in winning the services individual Valued Star award. I was nominated by a student who was impressed by the mentorship she had received from me as a supervisor during her time in placement at the service. I was presented this award by one of the heads of services.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
How trauma fits into a PBS framework
British Institute of Learning Disabilities
2024.01 - 2024.01
Learning disability nurse
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
2023.11 - Current
Positive Behaviour Support Coaches programme (Four day)
British institute of Learning Disabilities
2023.01 - 2023.05
Student Nurse
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
2021.10 - 2023.10
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Open University
2021.10 - 2023.10
Assistant nursing practitioner
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
2019.08 - 2021.10
Trainee assistant practitioner
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
2017.08 - 2019.08
Functional Skills Mathematics Level 2
OCR
2017.01 - 2017.05
IT User Skills (ECDL Extra) (ITQ) (QCF)
ECDL
2017.01 - 2017.05
Healthcare support worker
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
2013.11 - 2017.08
Healthcare support worker (Apprentice)
Leicestershire Partnership Trust
2012.10 - 2013.10