Bridget Ryan Kiely
Tipperary
Summary
Experienced nursing professional, dedicated to maintaining high performance and quality driven healthcare delivery, focused on fostering and promoting positive and collaborative organizational culture.
Seeking entry level opportunities to enhance leadership abilities across diverse settings while contributing to organizational growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Enhanced Nurse, Day Service Coordinator
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
Limerick, Ireland
01.2022 - Current
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives such as Personal Progress Plans, in order to improve person supported outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols and IPC measures.
- Administered medications in line with Policy.
- Implemented and evaluated person supported care plans with colleagues and MDT team.
- Advocated for persons supported by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Supporting self-advocacy through different communication styles and known preferences.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other factors to assess conditions and adjust plans.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when working with challenging behaviors exhibited by clients.
- Provided direct support to individuals with disabilities in a number of settings.
- Developed meaningful relationships with families of persons supported by the service.
- Ensured that all programs of activity adhered to state regulations governing services for persons with disabilities.
- Created an environment conducive to learning new skills while also promoting independence among participants.
- Organized trips, activities and special events for people supported.
- Promoting opportunities to explore new activities and encouraging participation in same.
- Promoting opportunity and participation in local Community.
- Communicated effectively both verbally and through written reports about client progress within the day service.
- Coordinated transportation for persons supported to and from their homes, appointments, and activities.
- Actively participated in trainings related to Day Services Coordinator duties including but not limited to CPR and First Aid certification.
- Scheduled medical appointments as needed for clients.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities, while being cognizant of communication styles, particularly prior procedure.
- Engaged with local Residents Board and Council to advocate for improving access for persons supported to locality.
- Linked with local Community Groups to allow persons supported opportunity to participate in their community.
Clinical Nurse Manager 2, Person in Charge
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
Limerick, Ireland
10.2018 - 01.2022
- Responsible for leading and managing interdisciplinary care for people supported by the service in the area of responsibility.
- Conducted regular meetings with the nursing team to discuss new initiatives or changes in practice guidelines.
- Developed policies, procedures, and protocols in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Established effective communication channels between staff members and other departments.
- Evaluated performance of nursing and health care staff members through on-going support and supervision.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration among physicians, nurses, therapists, pharmacists.
- Provided guidance and support to staff members.
- Created an environment that ensures that each individual is teated with the upmost dignity and respect at all times.
- Identified educational/training needs within the service area and coordinated required training days.
- Maintained appropriate documentation of patients' medical records according to established standards.
- Monitored and managed levels of absenteeism and, took corrective action where necessary.
- Participated actively in recruitment and selection processes for new hires.
- Monitored staffing patterns to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in the delivery of healthcare services.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting audits/reviews on a regular basis.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance to staff.
- Mentored and coached nursing staff, listening to concerns and providing counsel.
- Delegated clinical and managerial responsibilities to staff.
- Collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services.
- Promoted self-advocacy.
- Educated patients about treatment care plans.
- Collaborated with management teams in order to implement and evaluate programs and services.
- Completed thorough and accurate documentation of care in full compliance with standards.
- Identified physical, emotional and social needs of patients during daily planning and addressed critical issues immediately.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Staff Management System (SIMS) and OLIS system.
- Managed the Budget for the service area.
- Ensured adequate provision and maintenance of all equipment required.
- Implemented new processes or procedures when necessary to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Analyzed data from customer feedback surveys to identify areas for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
- Tracked inventory levels and placed orders as needed to maintain adequate supplies.
- Identified training needs within the team and developed appropriate training plans.
- Completed metric reports summarizing operational results for senior management review.
- Developed strategies for resolving customer complaints quickly and efficiently.
- Resolved person supported complaints in a professional manner while adhering to company guidelines.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity at all times.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing error rates.
- Managed team of 35+ employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Created business cases to support the increasing needs of persons supported to remain in their home, to the HSE.
- Structured meetings with persons supported to communicate organizational developments and changes.
Clinical Nurse Manager 1
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
Limerick, Ireland
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Reviewed incident reports and implemented corrective action plans when necessary.
- Created an environment that fosters professional development and patient care excellence.
- Monitored staffing patterns to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Performed assessments of the health needs of individuals.
- Maintained appropriate documentation of patients' medical records according to established standards.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration among the Multi disciplinary team and staff.
- Provided guidance and support to nursing staff members.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting audits on a regular basis.
- Educated patients about treatment care plans.
- Collaborated with management teams in order to implement and evaluate programs and services.
- Evaluated performance of staff nurses, contributing to professional development.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with residents, their families and circle of support.
- Attended required education workshops and programs.
- Provided patients and loved ones with information about conditions, treatments, possible outcomes and at-home care.
- Supported staff to develop, implement and monitor Personal Care Plans.
- Completed daily rounds of each area and communicating regularly with management and staff. .
- Identified physical, emotional and social needs of patients during daily planning and addressed issues immediately.
- Oversaw medication management and follow up on errors. Review and audit to identify trends, gaps in practice and address same.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with GDPR and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Staff Nurse
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
Limerick, Ireland
03.2003 - 10.2017
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with the people we support, their families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Communicated effectively the people we support, using individualized communication supports.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Education
Certificate - Certificate in Management
University of Limerick
Limerick08-2015
European Computer Driving Licence
Irish Computer Society
Limerick06-2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Studies
University of Limerick
Limerick09-2006
Diploma in Nursing - Mental Handicap
University of Limerick
Limerick12-2002
Skills
- Service Administration
- Compassionate Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient rights advocacy
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Licensed by Irish nursing board
- Staff leadership
- Recordkeeping and Documentation
- Computerized systems: HIQA Portal, OLIS and SIMS
- Relationship Building
- Department management
- Compliance Oversight
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Case Review
- Task Delegation
- Budget Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Quality controls
- Workload Management
- Deadline Management
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- Multitasking and Organization
- Performance Improvement
- Quality Improvement
- Registered Health Information Administrator
- Delegation Abilities
- Needs Assessment
- Interpersonal Skills
- Decision-Making
Affiliations
- Member of local Gaelic 4 mothers and others
- Member of local athletics club
- Member of Galtee Walking Club
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Enhanced Nurse, Day Service Coordinator
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse Manager 2, Person in Charge
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
10.2018 - 01.2022
Clinical Nurse Manager 1
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
11.2017 - 10.2018
Staff Nurse
Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region
03.2003 - 10.2017
Certificate - Certificate in Management
University of Limerick
European Computer Driving Licence
Irish Computer Society
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Studies
University of Limerick
Diploma in Nursing - Mental Handicap
University of Limerick
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