Laurence Ó Tuama
Cork
Summary
Dedicated, caring and compassionate professional with several years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing nursing duties diligently, and, communicating and collaborating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Ward End of Life Link Nurse
Cork University Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care in relation to End of Life care.
Staff Nurse
Cork University Hospital
Cork
03.2018 - Current
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritisation strategies.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
University College Cork
Cork03-2018
Post Graduate Certificate - Palliative Care Nursing - currently enrolled
University College Cork
CorkCPD Course - Applied Clinical Neurology: Parkinson's Disease
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin04-2024
CPD Course - Applied Clinical Neurology: Epilepsy
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin10-2023
CPD Course - Applied Clinical Neurology: Motor Neuron Disease
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin09-2023
CPD Course - Contemporary Approaches To Neurological, Cognitive
University College Cork
Cork02-2022
Skills
- Care Planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient and Family Education
- Skill and Education Development
- Health Promotion
- Medication and IV administration
- Quality Improvement
- Direct Patient Care
Languages
English
First Language
Irish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Physically active - participating in running, cycling, hiking, swimming and football.
- Socially responsible - regularly involved in charity/solidarity events, active Trade Unionist, engages in community outreach.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ward End of Life Link Nurse
Cork University Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse
Cork University Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
University College Cork
Post Graduate Certificate - Palliative Care Nursing - currently enrolled
University College Cork
CPD Course - Applied Clinical Neurology: Parkinson's Disease
Trinity College Dublin
CPD Course - Applied Clinical Neurology: Epilepsy
Trinity College Dublin
CPD Course - Applied Clinical Neurology: Motor Neuron Disease
Trinity College Dublin
CPD Course - Contemporary Approaches To Neurological, Cognitive
University College Cork
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