Leslie Bremner
Senior Nursing Sister
Newcastle
Summary
Dynamic Senior Research Sister at NHS with a proven track record in enhancing patient care through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, Committed to continuous learning and fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Sister
NHS - National Health Service
12.2013 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
ITU Nurse
NHS - National Health Service
03.1998 - 12.2013
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.ii
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.i
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.i
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Nursing Home Manager
Ashto Court Nursing Home
03.1990 - 04.1997
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Verified cost reports by following up with Medicare and Medicaid intermediaries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Critical Care Nursing
Northumbria University
Newcastle07-2013
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Customer service
Problem-solving
Team management
Time management
Flexible and adaptable
Organization and time management
Verbal communication
Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Senior Research Sister
NHS - National Health Service
12.2013 - 03.2025
ITU Nurse
NHS - National Health Service
03.1998 - 12.2013
Nursing Home Manager
Ashto Court Nursing Home
03.1990 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Science - Critical Care Nursing
Northumbria University
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