Sophie Meek

A resolute, adaptable, and approachable Registered Nurse with over three years' experience gained in a fast paced acute hospital environment. Skilled in prioritisation, coordinating and supporting multidisciplinary teams. The ability to deliver safe and effective outcomes whilst working in a pressure environment.

Accurately and efficiently managed ward flow using a range of digital systems. I am now seeking to build a career outside of the NHS, where I can apply my transferable skills and experience of working in a safety critical, public focused environment, to contribute positively to a new role and organisation.

Staff Nurse (Band 5) at NHS Tayside (2022-11 – Present)

• Delivered patient centred care in line with NHS policies and the NMC Code.
• Built effective professional relationships with patients, families, carers, and colleagues through clear communication.
• Delivered holistic care for a wide range of health conditions, including complex social needs and palliative and end of life care.
• Promoted health and wellbeing through patient education, preventative care, and support for positive lifestyle choices.
• Functioned as nurse in charge, coordinating ward capacity and patient flow, delegating tasks, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
• Mentored junior staff and student nurses, supporting their learning and professional development.
• De-escalated challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Collaborated with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care.

Sales Assistant at Bodycare (2018-08 – 2019-06)

• Delivered friendly, professional customer service by assisting with queries and resolving complaints effectively.
• Maintained a clean, organised, and well-stocked shop floor to support a positive customer experience.

Volunteer at S-MART (2020-04 – 2021-04)

• Supported families during the COVID-19 lockdown by preparing numerous food parcels to help meet essential needs.
• Following lockdown, prepared meal bags for adult and young carers, handled cash and card payments, and provided customer service.

Volunteer - Level 8 at The Tubarere Classroom Project (2016-06 – 2016-06)

• Contributed to an international volunteering project that supported education in a Rwandan community.
• Helped organise fundraising events that raised money to build a classroom for children in Rwanda.
• Worked to strict deadlines to secure funding and support the construction of the classroom with local tradespeople and teams.
• Visited Rwanda, learned about the culture, engaged with local communities, and gained insight into the aftermath of the genocide through first hand survivor accounts.
• Collaborated with Mind Leaps, an organisation that supports homeless children by helping them develop literacy skills and access opportunities beyond street life.

BSc in Adult Nursing – University of Dundee (2019-09 – 2022-11)

HNC in Social Services (SVQ level 3) – Dundee and Angus College (2017-09 – 2018-06)

SQA Highers – Carnoustie High School (2011-09 – 2017-06)