Lauren Clerkin
Galway,Ireland
Summary
Compassionate Oncology Nurse with expertise in clinical assessment and complex health conditions. Skilled in delivering patient care and making informed decisions to enhance well-being. Relocating to Swansea, UK to pursue opportunities as a PIP Assessor, dedicated to utilising healthcare knowledge for thorough and empathetic assessments that facilitate access to necessary support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Enhanced Oncology Staff Nurse
HSE
Galway, Ireland
2022.09 - Current
- Fully chemo trained with experience in administering complex medications and management of chemotherapy protocols
- High IT proficiency while working with specialized software
- Assessing, monitoring and documenting patient's side effects and progress while on active treatment
- Performed clinical assessments and provided patient care for individuals with complex health conditions, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans
- Communicated sensitive information compassionately to patients and families, fostering trust and understanding during treatment
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills from working in a complex high paced environment
Student Nurse
HSE
Galway, Ireland
2018.09 - 2022.09
- Comprehensive experience in working in broad clinical areas such as ICU, Cardiology, Urology, Vascular, Neurology and Haematology
- Gained in-depth understanding of chronic conditions and their impact on patients' daily living activities
- Performed health assessments to pinpoint areas necessitating medical intervention
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to design and implement personalised care plans addressing chronic condition needs
- Applied critical thinking and observational skills to monitor patients' health status and response to treatment
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Science - General Nursing
University of Galway
Galway 2018.08 - 2022.09
Skills
- Clinical assessment and observation: Highly capable of accurately evaluating patients' health conditions by carefully observing symptoms and gathering relevant information
- Communication and interpersonal: Skilled at clearly explaining complex information and active listening to understand individuals' needs, helping to build trust and gather accurate details
- Attention to detail and accurate documentation: Meticulous in recording all relevant information and evidence, ensuring that assessments are thorough and compliant with required standards
- Empathy and understanding: Compassionate approach to working with individuals facing ongoing health challenges, which supports fair and sensitive assessment of their daily living needs
- Ability to make fair, evidence-based decisions: Experienced in using clinical knowledge and objective evidence to make impartial judgments that reflect the true level of support a person requires
Timeline
Enhanced Oncology Staff Nurse
HSE
2022.09 - Current
Student Nurse
HSE
2018.09 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Nursing Science - General Nursing
University of Galway
2018.08 - 2022.09