Mary Dodd
Summary
I am a Dynamic Registered Nurse with a decade of experience at CCLHD in medical imaging. Proven expertise in medication administration and critical thinking, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in team leadership and patient education, fostering a collaborative environment that empowers new nurses and improves care outcomes.
I am experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication, Utilizing medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions, I have strong understanding of healthcare protocols and I am compassionate in delivering the best care
Being a seasoned nursing professional I can offer proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. I am proficient in EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
I am also an organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I remain an experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Medical Imaging
CCLHD
09.2016 - Current
- I have worked in medical imaging for 10 years, during this time I have gained valuable experience in this field
- Including team leader, running IR interventional procedures, collaborating with Dr's and Radiographers to maintain a safe and professional outcome for Patients
- I have acted as Educator in MI facilitating New Grad nurses and new Staff entering MI, creating a student centred approach, providing scenarios to help achieve sound base knowledge, critical thinking to promote why and potential outcomes, Encourage reflective practise, The aim is to train confident, competent nurses able to work as a team in a specialised area, this includes contrast competency, working in Angio suite maintainer Acorn standards, safe nurse lead conscious sedation, be aware pf potential anaphylaxis with IV contrast/other drugs
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- I am BSL and Fit Trainer
- During my time I have updated procedures performed in angio
- I work well with the bookings team/karsima
- As an RN I utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provide patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviour and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Education
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth02-1997
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Patient care management
- Thorough patient assessments
- Sound clinical assessment skills
- Patient education
- Infection control protocols
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking for problem-solving
- Effective team coordination
- Professional bedside manner
- Evidence-based clinical reasoning
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse Medical Imaging
CCLHD
09.2016 - Current
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Bournemouth University
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