Ashling Mary Farrell Broome
Edenderry,Ireland
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with extensive expertise in acute and critical care, infection control, and IV drug therapy management. Demonstrates exceptional skills in patient-centred care, effective communication, and ethical decision making. Proven ability to manage caseloads efficiently while maintaining high standards of nursing documentation and risk assessment. Adept at multidisciplinary collaboration, patient health education, and leadership within nursing staff. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and confidentiality through empathetic listening and professional relationship-building. Career goal: To continue advancing in the field of nursing by integrating innovative care procedures and promoting holistic health education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Staff Nurse
HSE
Dublin, Ireland
09.2018 - Current
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Aided in the smooth operation of medical equipment, ensuring its optimal functioning.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Administered prescribed medications, alleviating symptoms.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication with patients to understand their needs better.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for holistic patient care.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring data integrity.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Educated patients about their conditions to promote self-care post-discharge.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Devised personalised nursing care plans for each assigned patient.
- Ensured cleanliness and hygiene in wards, creating a sterile environment for recovery.
- Coordinated discharge planning for seamless transitioning into home care.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, achieving improved patient comfort.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Achieved successful treatment outcomes by meticulously following doctor's instructions.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients' families during tough times.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Upheld the highest standards of professional ethics whilst dealing with sensitive information.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, maintaining calm under pressure.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Assisted doctors during surgeries with precision and efficiency.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Store Manger
Valuetown
Edenderry, Ireland
02.2011 - 05.2016
- Developed a team-oriented environment by implementing effective leadership strategies.
- Streamlined operations to maximise efficiency and minimise waste.
- Oversaw visual merchandising efforts that enhanced overall store appearance.
- Boosted store's reputation for excellence through meticulous upkeep, product presentation and customer service.
- Maintained an organised stock room for easy accessibility of goods.
- Managed staff rosters, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
- Followed industry trends and set pricing strategies to maximise business returns.
- Upheld health and safety regulations within the premises to ensure a safe shopping environment.
- Monitored inventory levels consistently to avoid stock shortages or overages.
- Researched and applied proven marketing techniques to drive sales.
- Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
- Assisted customers in locating products around the shop floor promptly.
- Coached underperforming employees improving their job performance significantly.
- Evaluated products to select mix meeting current customer demand.
- Coordinated holiday promotions successfully whilst managing regular duties simultaneously.
Education
Bachelor of Science and Health - Nursing
Dublin City University
Dublin 09.2013 - 09.2017
Skills
- Compassionate bedside manner
- Care procedure knowledge
- Empathy towards patient struggles
- Room preparation
- Acute and critical care
- Infection Control
- IV drug therapy management
- Caseload management
- Medicine stock management
- Flexible
- Nursing documentation
- Risk Assessment
- Respiratory care understanding
- Patient examinations
- Care programme assessment and evaluation
- Effective delegation
- Professionalism
- Relationship-building
- Active listening
- Understanding of ethical guidelines
- Chronic wound care
- Mental health needs assessments
- Health education
- Prescribing medication
- Self-motivation
- Mobility assistance
- Acute care expertise
- Intravenous therapy
- Specialised feeding administration
- Pain management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Medication storage and disposal
- Catheterisation
- Patient health education
- Infection control procedures
- Ethical decision making
- Adaptability to change
- Patient-centred care
- Effective communication
- Professionalism and respect
- Ethical judgement
- Communication skills
- Excellent time management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Empathetic listening
- Empathy towards patients
- First-aid certified
- Time efficiency
- Interpersonal savvy
- First aid administration
- Interpersonal communication
- Catheter and wound care
- Patient comfort
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision making under pressure
- Patient confidentiality
- Nursing staff leadership
- Intravenous (IV) line care
Affiliations
- ,Education, Mental Health, Well Being and Baking
Accomplishments
I have completed Nursing Studies, Health care Assistance, Special Needs and Business Studies all at Fetec Level 6 prior to Honours Degree in Science and Health
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Staff Nurse
HSE
09.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science and Health - Nursing
Dublin City University
09.2013 - 09.2017
Store Manger
Valuetown
02.2011 - 05.2016
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