Elaine Moriarty
Swords,Dublin
Summary
Qualified BSc in General Nursing in 2015. Currently, Sexual Health Advisor, CNS. I am dedicated to continuously improving my expertise and skill set to ensure competency in my nursing practice. I recently achieved my nurse prescribing registration with NMBI, which is fundamental to my current role and future practice.
I offer strong communication, empathy, and counselling skills, combined with a solid understanding of sexual health principles. Knowledgeable about patient care, confidentiality, and health promotion, with a focus on creating supportive environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sexual health advisor
Mater Misercordiae University Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
2023.04 - Current
- Independently assess, implement & prescribe treatment and schedule follow-up for patients diagnosed with sexually transmitted diseases, managing their ongoing healthcare needs.
- Established a strong rapport with clients by providing empathetic and non-judgmental advice on safe sex practices and sexual health.
- Sit on the SH24 & GBMSM working groups within HSE. I provide feedback and education on current HSE projects.
- Undertake risk assessments during patient consultations to identify potential sexual health concerns, e.g domestic violence, PEP, chems abuse etc.
- Consult with the multidisciplinary team to optimise treatment plans for complex cases.
- Liaise with fellow infectious disease departments within Ireland to ensure continuation of care for patients.
- Liaise with SATU patient referrals from Rotunda to complete PEP treatment
- Complete HPSC documentation for notifiable infections. e.g Syphilis.
Mpox Vaccination CNS
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
Dublin , Ireland
2022.11 - 2023.04
- Promoted independence and positive well-being when working with adults.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.
- Administering intradermal vaccinations
Registered General Nurse
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
Dublin , Ireland
2020.11 - 2022.11
- Continually assessed individual needs to evaluate and implement optimal care programmes in line with HSE best practices.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Working between a ward based and outpatient setting depending on the ward’s specialty requirements i.e infectious disease, sexual health.
Registered General Nurse
Hermitage Medical Clinic
Lucan, Dublin
2019.12 - 2020.10
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered General Nurse
Healthcare Australia
Sydney
2017.11 - 2018.05
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and intramuscular injections.
Deployed new electronic charting and medication administration best practices at each facility. - Gained experience in various health care settings, i.e Rehabilitation, Emergency Department, medical oncology.
Registered General Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital
Tallaght, Dublin
2015.09 - 2017.11
- Cared for patients pre and post urological, Gastrointestinal, Gynaecological and Vascular surgery.
- Performed invasive and non-invasive procedures, including, insertion and management of urinary catheters, intravenous cannula, phlebotomy
- VAC dressings.
- Accurately documenting my patient's care as per hospital polices and procedures.
- Educating student nurses to the ward routine and ensuring that they reach the NMBI standard, prior completion of their practice placements.
Nurse intern
Tallaght University Hospital
Tallaght, Dublin
2015.01 - 2015.09
- Evaluated patient care needs and prioritized treatment.
- Developing care plans and updating when required.
- Attending and contributing to family meetings for patients under my care.
- Liaising with members on the multi-disciplinary team.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Cervical Check , Novice Sample Taker
Health Service Executive
Dublin, Leinster 2025.02 - 2025.10
Diploma of Higher Education - Advanced Health Assessment and Nurse Prescribing
University College Dublin
Dublin 2025.01 - 2025.09
Postgraduate - Sexual health Advising - Widening the Remit
Staffordshire University
Stoke on Trent, United kingdom2022-12
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin 2011.09 - 2015.10
Skills
- Patient advocate
- Administering medications (IM, IV, PO, SC, intra-dermal)
- Care plan development & implementation
- Phlebotomy & Cannulation
- Aseptic technique
- Catheter care & Wound care
- Preceptor
- Patient physical examinations
- Registered Cervical Check sample taker
- Nurse Prescriber
- Triage
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Cervical Check , Novice Sample Taker
Health Service Executive
2025.02 - 2025.10
Diploma of Higher Education - Advanced Health Assessment and Nurse Prescribing
University College Dublin
2025.01 - 2025.09
Sexual health advisor
Mater Misercordiae University Hospital
2023.04 - Current
Mpox Vaccination CNS
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
2022.11 - 2023.04
Registered General Nurse
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
2020.11 - 2022.11
Registered General Nurse
Hermitage Medical Clinic
2019.12 - 2020.10
Registered General Nurse
Healthcare Australia
2017.11 - 2018.05
Registered General Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital
2015.09 - 2017.11
Nurse intern
Tallaght University Hospital
2015.01 - 2015.09
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
Trinity College Dublin
2011.09 - 2015.10
Postgraduate - Sexual health Advising - Widening the Remit
Staffordshire University