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Rory McDermott

Rory McDermott

St Helier

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Staff Nurse with extensive experience in mental health, community and primary care.

Proven expertise in medication administration and patient education, enhancing safety and engagement. Successfully improved patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication, while advocating for diverse populations and implementing individualized care plans for optimal outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health

States of Jersey
04.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.

Community Nurse/ Trainee Health Visitor

NHS Lanarkshire
09.2022 - 04.2024
  • Organized community events promoting healthy lifestyles, resulting in increased awareness of available services and resources.
  • Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely vaccinations for vulnerable populations within the community setting.
  • Served as a liaison between primary care providers and various local agencies, establishing efficient communication channels that benefited both parties.
  • Increased patient engagement through regular communication regarding their progress toward personal health goals.
  • Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health promotion, and available resources within the community.
  • Improved patient outcomes through comprehensive health assessments and timely interventions.
  • Conducted home visits to assess patients'' living conditions, identifying potential hazards or barriers to optimal health.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate records, improving overall efficiency in patient management.
  • Provided culturally sensitive care for diverse patient populations, fostering trust and positive relationships among clients.
  • Coordinated referrals to appropriate specialists or services as needed, streamlining access to necessary treatments for patients in need.
  • Conducted health screenings within the community, promoting early detection and intervention for at-risk individuals.

Perinatal Nurse

NHS Lothian
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Served as a mentor for junior nurses entering the field of perinatal nursing, fostering growth through guidance and constructive feedback.
  • Reduced complications for high-risk pregnancies with close monitoring and timely interventions.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the level of care provided to perinatal patients.
  • Prevented infection transmission through strict adherence to hygiene protocols during labor, delivery, and recovery phases.
  • Promoted a safe and supportive environment, implementing evidence-based practices in perinatal nursing care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating compassion, sensitivity, and professionalism throughout their perinatal journey.
  • Supported new mothers experiencing postpartum depression by providing resources, referrals, and empathetic listening.
  • Improved patient care by conducting thorough assessments and monitoring vital signs during the perinatal period.
  • Enhanced mother-baby bonding by providing education on breastfeeding techniques and infant care.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with pregnancy complications or loss, offering resources and empathy during difficult times.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Staff Nurse Mental Health Inpatients

NHS Barnet, Enfield and Haringey
04.2020 - 08.2021
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Leading Flu vaccination administration for healthcare staff.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Education

Master of Science - Global Mental Health

University of Glasgow
Glasgow
09-2016

Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing

University of The West of Scotland
Hamilton
02-2015

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Patient safety
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Vaccine administration
  • Health promotion
  • Community health
  • Mental health nursing
  • Critical thinking
  • Infection control
  • Training staff

Gardening

I enjoy gardening and use it as a therapeutic outlet. Also trophy winner in local village flower show two years running.

Timeline

Staff Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health

States of Jersey
04.2024 - Current

Community Nurse/ Trainee Health Visitor

NHS Lanarkshire
09.2022 - 04.2024

Perinatal Nurse

NHS Lothian
08.2021 - 09.2022

Staff Nurse Mental Health Inpatients

NHS Barnet, Enfield and Haringey
04.2020 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Global Mental Health

University of Glasgow

Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing

University of The West of Scotland

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