About me
An adaptable health care professional with over 20 years’ worldwide experience of nursing, focusing on improving the well-being of those in need through care, negotiation, problem-solving, attention to detail, and working with colleagues, patients
2019
Health determined a break.
A plan to begin a new, joint business venture. Dog-sits for 4 months, allowing time for research, reflection, and consideration of what would motivate us both.
Although our backgrounds are different, I felt compelled by the idea that combined, we could excel in something greater.
KEY STRENGTHS & SKILLS
- Effective negotiator
- Planning and organisation
- Crisis management
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Mentorship
- Microsoft Office applications
INTERESTS
- Pet sitting and dog walking
- Nature
- Spirituality
- Holistic Therapies
- Travel
- Music, Film and Theatre
QUALIFICATIONS
- TEFL 2017
- COSCA Counselling Skills 2013
- Methadone 101 Course
- Reflexology
- Animal and Human Reiki
- Mentorship Level 3 Degree
- Canadian Registered Nurse Examination Degree
- DIP HE/RN Course (Nursing)
- London Chamber of Commerce Private Secretaries Certificate
Work experience
NURSING AT MILITARY BARRACKS
Various | UK | 2011-2017
I have worked at a number of UK military barracks. These were short-term contracts and I was placed by a specialist recruitment agency. I responded to the health needs of army personnel and advised officers on relevant issues.
ADDICTION NURSING
Vancouver, BC | Canada | 2007-2011
I managed a caseload of 32 Clients in a Methadone Outpatient Clinic, with an Addiction Physician and a team of Counsellors. I was responsible for initial client assessment and appropriate referral. Thereafter, I advised clients on their methadone dose, lifestyle choices (including smoking cessation) and taught them about the process of addiction. I also ran my own Meditation Group.
OTHER NURSING & GENERAL WORK
Various | UK, Finland and Australia | 1996-2007
Including nursing in Finland and Australia, and staff nurse roles in the UK. In non-nursing roles, I have worked in the commercial sector as a Receptionist and Administrator.
Voluntary work
LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER
Marpa House Buddhist Retreat Centre | UK | 2017-2018
I was responsible for looking after the centre, guests, and preparing for and working at major events.
HOUSEKEEPER
Samye Ling Buddhist Retreat Centre | UK | 2013
I studied the effects of meditation and mindfulness on well-being.
VOLUNTEER
Welfare For Animals in Goa (WAG) and El Shaddai Charitable Orphanage Trust | Goa, India | 2012
I helped with street dog rescue and visited children’s orphanages for two months.
EXPERIENCE
Choose Again Healing Centre | Costa Rica | 2012
I joined Counsellors for one month and worked alongside people who were suffering from anxiety and depression. This encompassed all aspects of health including meditation, yoga and group work.
Find out more
Contact
Phone
+44 (0) 7563 743127
e-lisasmith@outlook.com