Profile of Diane Vass
Name and Role
Senior Charge Nurse for Stroke Rehabilitation Ward , Acute Medical Admissions Unit and Healthcare Support Workers
Qualifications
Registered Nurse
Background Information
I line manage a total of 31 nurses in my role in the Stroke Ward.
The Stroke Ward is part of the general medical unit along with Acute Medical Admissions Unit (AMAU), wards 7 and 8. We have 8 designated stroke beds and the ward is classed as an integrated stroke ward due to the fact that we admit acute and rehabilitation stroke patients. We have one consultant who oversees all the patients on the ward.
We work closely with the Chest Heart and Stroke (CHSS) Nurse on the ward and meet on a weekly basis to discuss the progress of patients with other members of the Multidisciplinary team - Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Community Care Officer, dietician and pharmacy - all of whom patients and relatives will have access to during their stay on the ward.
Personal Profile
I am a happy go lucky type of person and like to see people smiling on the ward, however I do expect staff to work hard to ensure the safety and well being of patients on the ward. Laughter at appropriate times and measures is good for the ward.
Research Interests
I have a particular interest in stroke nursing and health and safety issues, and I have completed the Dementia Champion Course with NHS Scotland.
We participate in the Scottish Stroke Care Audit which evidences our monthly performance for stroke care in the hospital.
Work Experience Placement Area(s)
Medical wards at Dr Grays.
As a Student Nurse on the ward you will have a varied experience. You will be given a mentor and deputy during your placement. There may however be times when you will not be with your mentor or deputy, but be assured any of our nurses can mentor you for the day. You will be able to spend some time with the specialist nurses and the Allied Health Professionals. You will have also the opportunity to complete the online training for Stroke Care Core Competencies and participate in the Stroke Audit.
We are a very happy, hard working team and we look forward to having you on the ward.
Profile of Trudie Inrig
Name and Role
Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist Nurse
Qualifications
Registered Nurse
Background Information
Provide Cardiac Rehabilitation Service to patients who have had a heart attack or cardiac surgery in Moray.
Work Experience Placement Area(s)
Students can attend Phase 3 Cardiac Rehabilitation sessions which are held in the Out-Patient Physiotherapy Department at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin. At the session the you can participate in exercise, relaxation and education elements.
Profile of Lynsey Duncan
Name and Role
CHS Stroke Nurse
Qualifications
Registered Nurse
Background Information
Support stroke patients and carers after discharge home from hospital
Work Experience Placement Area(s)
I work in the community covering Moray area as far as Portsoy, Keith, Tomintoul and Forres, and Medical wards at Dr Gray's
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