Zita Moran
Dundalk,Louth
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 17+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to clients with an intellectual disability. Knowledgeable about behaviour and medication requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Staff nurse
HSE, Louth Disability Services
Dundalk
04.2023 - Current
- Worked in a six bed residential home with clients who are diagnosed with sensory processing disorder, autism, Downs Syndrome, depression and Bipolar disorder
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
Staff nurse
HSE, Louth disability Services
Ravensdale, Dundalk
08.2007 - 04.2023
- Worked in a five bed residential house specifically with clients who were diagnosed with autism and behaviours of concern
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
Relief health care assistant
HSE, Louth Disability Services
Dundalk
09.2003 - 08.2007
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for care users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
- Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science Intellectual Disability Nursin - Intellectual Disability Nursing
Dundalk Institute Of Technology
Dundalk, Louth 09.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
- Behaviour management
- Learning support
- Social development
- Communication
- Emotional development
- Intellectual disability support
- Hardworking
- Active listener
- Personal care
- Strong autism knowledge
Certification
I continually update my training. I hold numerous certificates including Safeguarding, communicating with people with an intellectual disability, Autism awareness, Children First, Positive Behaviour and Epilepsy.
Timeline
Staff nurse
HSE, Louth Disability Services
04.2023 - Current
Staff nurse
HSE, Louth disability Services
08.2007 - 04.2023
Relief health care assistant
HSE, Louth Disability Services
09.2003 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science Intellectual Disability Nursin - Intellectual Disability Nursing
Dundalk Institute Of Technology
09.2003 - 05.2007
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