Alanah Carey

Worked collaboratively with nurses and allied healthcare professionals have worked alongside healthcare staff in many different clinical settings from general wards to specialty placements, my experience is broad.

Completed clinical placements across a variety of healthcare settings, gaining broad experience working alongside Registered General Nurses, healthcare professionals, patients and families.

Developed competence in providing safe and compassionate care while adapting to different clinical environments and patient needs.

Internship placements;

Female Surgical Ward (SMH) 4A

• Provided holistic nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Developed skills in post-operative care, patient observations, wound care, mobility support, and recovery-focused nursing.
• Communicated effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

St. Monica's Ward (Infectious Diseases) 4B

• Gained experience caring for patients with complex infectious conditions.
• Developed knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures, isolation precautions, and safe clinical practice.
• Supported patients with compassion while maintaining dignity and confidentiality.

Trachy exposure palliative

St. Laurence's Ward (Orthopaedics) 4C

• Supported patients recovering from orthopaedic procedures and injuries.
• Developed skills in mobility assistance, pain management support, rehabilitation and promoting independence.

Other Clinical Placements Completed;

St. Vincent's University Hospital (SVUH)

• Acute Surgical Unit (ASU)
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Coronary Care Unit (CCU)

St. Michael's Hospital (SMH)

• Emergency Department
• Medical Ward – St. Joseph's Ward

Beacon Hospital

• Surgical Ward (4 South)
• Operating Theatre Placement

Worked in a busy hospitality environment while completing nursing studies, developing strong interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills.