Shauna Wright
Taghmon,Wexford
Summary
Highly skilled and certified healthcare professional with extensive expertise in emergency medicine, advanced cardiac life support, and paediatric advanced life support. Proficient in triage management, wound care, and clinical assessment, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and ethical practice. Adept at providing compassionate care across various patient demographics including paediatric, geriatric, and maternity health. Strong advocate for patient education and advocacy, with a focus on women's health and chronic disease management. Committed to delivering high-quality, evidenced-based practice through assertive communication, kindness and empathy for patients and families. Understands the importance of education to bridge gaps within the health system and our evolving population. Career goal: To continue advancing clinical skills while contributing to high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Emergency Department Nurse
Wexford General Hospital
, County Wexford
05.2017 - Current
- Provided high quality patient care, improved patient satisfaction.
- Assessed and prioritised patients' needs, ensured efficient workflow.
- Administered medication to patients, reduced discomfort and pain.
- Responded swiftly during emergencies for rapid intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records to support diagnosis and treatments.
- Operated medical equipment with precision, resulting in higher accuracy of results.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients whilst delivering care, engendered trust and comfort.
- Organised the ED unit efficiently, maintained an orderly environment conducive for treatment.
- Led teams during critical situations to save lives effectively.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detected abnormalities promptly.
- Upheld stringent hygiene standards in the ED unit, prevented cross contamination of diseases.
- Performed necessary medical procedures skilfully to expedite recovery process.
- Coordinated with other departments smoothly for comprehensive care delivery service.
- Adhered strictly to hospital policies and protocols; upheld highest standards of professionalism in nursing practice.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Participated in an Audit into the use of the sepsis screening tool at triage and compiled information to benefit patient outcomes in the ED and educate nurses and doctors.
- Educated families on patient conditions, facilitated understanding and support.
- Managed stressful situations calmly; ensured optimal performance under pressure.
- Improved patient outcomes by performing triage, assessing patient conditions and initiating emergency treatment when necessary.
Staff nurse
MMUH
Dublin, Dublin
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
University College Dublin
Dublin 09.2012 - 08.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - Emergency Nursing
University College Dublin
Dublin 09.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
- Emergency medicine knowledge
- Advanced cardiac life support certified
- Paediatric advanced life support certified
- Stapling wounds
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certified
- Triage management
- Endurance under pressure
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Ethical practice
- Clinical judgment
- Manchester triage certified
- Wound dressing
- Pain management techniques
- Patient advocacy
- Palliative Care
- Phlebotomy
- Venepuncture
- Clinical assessment
- Medication Administration
- Blood transfusions
- NG Insertion
- Neuro assessment
- Compassionate care
- Infection control procedures
- Assertive communication
- Patient education
- Accident and emergency expertise
- Women's health advocate
- Maternity health promotion
- Empathy and understanding
- Antenatal and postnatal care
- Breastfeeding support
- Clinical audits
- Chronic disease management knowledge
- Knowledge of childhood illnesses
- Paediatric medication dosage calculation
- Geriatric nursing
- Urinary catheterisation
- PICC line access
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Emergency Nursing
University College Dublin
09.2018 - 05.2021
Emergency Department Nurse
Wexford General Hospital
05.2017 - Current
Staff nurse
MMUH
09.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
University College Dublin
09.2012 - 08.2016
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