Ciara Vereker
Waterford
Summary
Experienced Practice Nurse with background in providing high-quality patient care within fast-paced healthcare environments. Skilled in assessing patient conditions, implementing appropriate interventions, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Strengths include exceptional communication skills, medical teamwork, and a strong understanding of nursing procedures. Proven ability to contribute positively to patient outcomes through comprehensive clinical practice and compassion.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Nurse
Waterford GP Carre
Waterford, Ireland
01.2019 - Current
- Performed health assessments and screenings, such as blood pressure checks, cholesterol tests, cervical smears, and diabetes screening.
- Baby immunisations and new parents education.
- Contraceptive advice and counselling.
- Conducted patient education sessions to inform patients about preventive care and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Provided advice on diet and exercise plans in accordance with medical guidelines.
- Assisted GPs during minor op procedures, including setting up and maintaining aseptic work space, and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Provided wound care management including dressing changes and suture removal.
- Monitored chronic illnesses such as asthma or diabetes through regular follow-up visits and lab work analysis.
- Assessed the need for home health services or palliative care in cases of terminal illness.
- Responded promptly to patient phone inquiries related to healthcare issues.
- Trained and mentored new practice nurses on best practices, practice policies, and standards of care.
- Trained GP medical students in phlebotomy techniques and baby immunisation techniques.
- Trained new practice nurses in methods such as ear irrigation, cervical smears and dressing techniques.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
General Nurse
Killure Bridge Nursing Home
Waterford, Ireland
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and physical exams.
- Managed patient records in accordance with regulations.
- Ensured that all nursing staff followed infection control protocols while providing care to patients.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as cardiac arrest, shock or respiratory distress cases.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as ordered by the patients GPs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing interventions provided during shift hours.
- Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
University Administration Officer
Monash University
Melbourne, Australia
10.2013 - 03.2016
- Managed and maintained office filing systems, ensuring all documents are accurately stored and easily retrievable.
- Organised meetings and conferences for internal staff members, as well as external stakeholders.
- Answered incoming telephone calls and responded to customer enquiries promptly and courteously.
- Produced detailed minutes of meetings for circulation to relevant personnel.
- Compiled correspondence such as letters, memos and emails on behalf of senior staff members.
Medical Administrative Assistant
Ambulance Victoria
Melbourne, Australia
02.2013 - 07.2013
- Performed data entry tasks including transcribing dictation of medical reports into electronic health records system.
- Assisted with coding medical records using ICD-10 coding standards.
- Provided administrative support to clinical staff as needed.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel for tracking purposes.
- Organized, distributed and replenished office supplies to keep department running efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Biopharmaceutical Science
Sligo Institute of Technology
Sligo09-2015
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science (Hons) in General Nursing
Waterford Institute of Technology
Waterford09-2011
Skills
- Immunisation Administration
- Nutritional counselling
- Cannulation and venipuncture certified
- Socrates software use
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wound Care
- Contraception counselling
- Supply Restocking
- Minor Op setup
- Cervical Smear taker
- Ear Irrigation Certified
- PEG tube reinsertion Certified
- BLS certified
Accomplishments
- Scuba Diving: Completed my Open Water 18m Qualification in Melbourne, Australia. Completed my Advanced Open Water Qualification in Koh Tao, Thialand and completed my Enriched Air Diver Qualification in Koh Tao, Thialand.
Timeline
Practice Nurse
Waterford GP Carre
01.2019 - Current
General Nurse
Killure Bridge Nursing Home
01.2014 - 12.2018
University Administration Officer
Monash University
10.2013 - 03.2016
Medical Administrative Assistant
Ambulance Victoria
02.2013 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Biopharmaceutical Science
Sligo Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science (Hons) in General Nursing
Waterford Institute of Technology
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