Lizzie Groves
Student Paediatric Nurse Band 5
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About
Compassionate and adaptable healthcare professional with 15 years' experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, alongside current postgraduate training in Children and Young People's Nursing. Currently completing an MSc in Children and Young People's Nursing, due to qualify in December. Holds a 2:1 degree in Psychology, providing a strong understanding of behaviour, development, communication and emotional wellbeing.
Experienced in providing person-centred support and working collaboratively with individuals, families and multidisciplinary teams. Calm and empathetic in challenging situations, with strong communication and family-support skills. Able to recognise subtle changes in a patient's condition, respond appropriately to changing needs and accurately calculate medication dosages.
Committed to delivering safe, compassionate and evidence-based care to children, young people and their families. As a parent myself, I have an appreciation of the concerns, emotions and needs that families may experience when their child is unwell or receiving hospital care.
Experience
Learning Disability Support (Present)
Over 15 years' experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, providing compassionate, person-centred care and promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.
- Providing individualised support based on each person's needs and preferences.
- Building positive and trusting relationships through effective communication and empathy.
- Recognising changes in individuals' physical, emotional and behavioural presentation and responding appropriately.
- Supporting individuals and their families with sensitivity and compassion.
- Remaining calm and adaptable when responding to changing or challenging situations.
- Working effectively with colleagues and other professionals to provide consistent and appropriate support.
- Promoting dignity, independence and person-centred care.
- Developing strong observational skills and an understanding of individual communication needs.
Education
MSc in Children and Young People's Nursing (2026-12)
BSc in Psychology (2015-01 – 2019-01)
