Yvonne Rimmer
Bury,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly experienced Registered General Nurse with over 30 years of clinical nursing experience across acute hospital and nursing home settings. Extensive background in caring for patients with complex medical needs including respiratory illness, chronic disease, and end-of-life care. Currently working within Fairfield Hospital where I provide specialist care to patients on the Acute Respiratory Care Unit, including those requiring non-invasive ventilation and complex respiratory management. I have significant experience supporting palliative and end-of-life patients and providing compassionate, holistic care to patients and their families. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional nursing practice in line with the NMC Code of Conduct. A dedicated team member with strong communication, clinical decision-making, and patient advocacy skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Staff Nurse (Band 5)
Fairfield Hospital
1998.01 - 2026.03
- Deliver high quality patient-centred care within acute hospital settings, particularly within respiratory and elderly care services.
- Provide specialist nursing care for patients requiring respiratory support including non-invasive ventilation (NIV).
- Care for patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies, ensuring safe airway management and monitoring.
- Administer medications safely including IV antibiotics and complex medication regimes.
- Support patients with chronic illness, respiratory disease and those requiring palliative and end-of-life care.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including doctors, physiotherapists, respiratory specialists and community services to ensure coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with NMC standards.
- Provide emotional support and information to patients and families during complex and end-of-life care situations.
- Contribute to maintaining high standards of infection control and patient safety.
Staff Nurse
Elton House Nursing Home
1994.01 - 1998.01
- Provided nursing care for elderly residents with complex health conditions.
- Supported residents requiring long-term and palliative care.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for changes in condition.
- Developed care plans and supported residents' physical, emotional and social needs.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare professionals and families to ensure high quality care.
Education
Registered Nurse Qualification - RGN
SouthportSkills
- Palliative and end-of-life care
- Acute respiratory management
- Non-invasive ventilation (NIV)
- Tracheostomy and laryngectomy care
- Medication administration including IV antibiotics
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Patient and family communication
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults
- Infection prevention and control
- Clinical documentation and record keeping
- Risk assessment and clinical decision-making
- Basic life support (BLS)
- Leadership and mentoring of junior staff
- Ethical practice in healthcare
- Intramuscular injection administration
- Female catheterization procedures
- Respiratory management strategies
- Clinical judgment skills
- Interpersonal sensitivity in care
- Compassionate patient care
- Emotional resilience in practice
- Complex case management expertise
- Acute patient observation
- Diabetes management techniques
- G-tube feeding and care management
- Pain management strategies
- Datix reporting system proficiency
- Monitoring vital signs effectively
- Wound dressing techniques
Additional Information
Authorised to work in the UK, Full UK driving licence, Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, Committed to providing compassionate, dignified care aligned with hospice values
Professional Registration
Registered General Nurse (RGN), Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), Registered
Specialised Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Safeguarding Adults
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Medication Management
- IV Antibiotic Administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Laryngectomy Care
- Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV)
Personal Information
- Title: Registered Nurse (NMC Registered)
- Work Permit: Yes
- Visa status: Authorised to work in the UK
Timeline
Staff Nurse (Band 5)
Fairfield Hospital
1998.01 - 2026.03
Staff Nurse
Elton House Nursing Home
1994.01 - 1998.01