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Amy Sanders

Walsall,West Midlands

Summary

Experienced Nurse with a background in patient care and compliance training, currently serving at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust. Demonstrates expertise in stoma care management, pre- and post-operative support, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Proven track record in effective communication, patient advocacy, and risk management across diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in wound dressing, infection control, and vital signs monitoring. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and professional excellence. Motivated professional demonstrating strengths in patient interaction and care management. Adapts to diverse clinical environments, contributing to team initiatives while maintaining independence. Committed to lifelong learning and effective communication to support patient needs and wellbeing.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Colorectal Nurse

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Walsall, West Midlands
02.2024 - Current

Ensure compliance with mandatory training protocols.
Aid patients in managing stoma care emotionally and physically.
Conduct stoma training sessions for patients, students, and ward staff.
Engage in consultations with colorectal consultants for pre-operative planning.
Facilitate discussions on delivering difficult news to patients.
Support initiatives in enhanced recovery after surgery programmes.
Guide patients through pre- and post-surgery processes.
Answer patient inquiries as the initial point of contact.
Attend weekly multidisciplinary team meetings.

Primary Care Nurse

Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
04.2023 - 02.2024

Assisted in mandatory training sessions.
Contributed to team initiatives while maintaining independence.
Visited housebound patients to determine needs and report issues to GP.
Conducted ward rounds in care and nursing homes, assessing conditions and communicating concerns to GP.

Outreach Palliative Care Nurse

St Giles Hospice
Lichfield, Staffordshire
02.2022 - 04.2023

Completed mandatory training requirements.
Managed caseload efficiently.
Coordinated with GPs, care home managers, nursing home managers, carers, and registered nurses regarding the identification and management of residents nearing end of life.
Created respect plans involving relevant individuals.
Operated independently and participated in loan assignments.

Practice Nurse

Modality Partnership
Walsall, West Midlands
09.2020 - 02.2022

Adherance to policies, guidelines and SOP's
Venepuncture
Wound assessment and wound care
Suture & clip removal
Childhood immunisations
Identifying outstanding childhood immunisations as per the Green book
Immunisation fridge monitoring, stock check and ordering
Travel advice and vaccinations
Adult immunisations
Blood pressure monitoring
Cervical cytology
Breast care advice
Contraception
Management of long term conditions
Diabetic foot checks
ECG's
Assisting with treatment room procedures
Time management skills
Effective communication
Accurate documentation
Urinalysis
Managing Gold Standard Framework register

Practice Nurse

St Peters Surgery
Walsall, West Midlands
02.2019 - 09.2020

Adherance to policies, guidelines and SOP's
Venepuncture
Wound assessment and wound care
Suture & clip removal
Childhood immunisations
Identifying outstanding childhood immunisations as per the Green book
Travel advice and immunisations
Adult immunisations
Running latent TB testing clinics
Blood pressure monitoring
Cervical cytology
Breast care advice
Contraception
Management of long term conditions
Diabetic foot checks
ECG's
Assisting with treatment room procedures
Time management skills
Immunisation fridge monitoring, stock check and ordering
Effective communication
Accurate documentation
Urinalysis

Bank Clinical Support Worker (CSW)

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Walsall, West Midlands
06.2015 - 05.2016
  • Ensured compliance with policies and training requirements.
    Communicated effectively and documented all pertinent information.
    Supported patients with hygiene, nutrition, hydration, mobility, and psychological needs according to care plans.
    Reported concerns or deterioration promptly to registered nurse.
    Acted as patient advocate to meet individual needs.
    Served as first point of contact for next of kin.
    Assisted with last offices respectfully.
    Helped to prevent pressure ulcers through proactive measures.
    Cleaned equipment and maintained safe, clean working environment.

Night Care Assistant

Greensleeves Homes Trust
Walsall, West Midlands
10.2007 - 05.2015
  • Facilitated training sessions for compliance with regulations.
    Supported residents with personal hygiene, nutrition, hydration, mobility, rehabilitation, and psychological needs according to care plans.
    Assisted in preventing pressure ulcers for improved resident comfort.
    Provided support during last offices for residents.
    Monitored service users and escalated concerns as necessary.
    Conducted regular monitoring throughout night shifts.
    Promoted safety within building environment.
    Completed light domestic duties to maintain cleanliness.
    Communicated effectively and documented care concisely.

Education

Credit - Health Assessment for Advanced Clinical Practice

University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
01-2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Fundamentals of General Practice Nursing

University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
01-2021

Degree - Adult nursing

University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
01-2019

GCSEs - English Language

Walsall College
Walsall
01-2015

Foundation Skills - Mathematics

Walsall College
Walsall
01-2015

Skills

  • Patient interaction and emotional support
  • Wound dressing and infection control
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Care plan development and patient education
  • Compliance training and health education
  • Time management and adaptability
  • Effective communication and empathetic listening
  • Team collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Risk assessment and management
  • Patient confidentiality and data protection
  • Professionalism in clinical practice
  • Accurate record-keeping and documentation
  • Pre- and post-operation care delivery
  • Decision making under pressure
  • Compassionate patient advocacy
  • Basic life support certification

Timeline

Colorectal Nurse

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
02.2024 - Current

Primary Care Nurse

Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
04.2023 - 02.2024

Outreach Palliative Care Nurse

St Giles Hospice
02.2022 - 04.2023

Practice Nurse

Modality Partnership
09.2020 - 02.2022

Practice Nurse

St Peters Surgery
02.2019 - 09.2020

Bank Clinical Support Worker (CSW)

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
06.2015 - 05.2016

Night Care Assistant

Greensleeves Homes Trust
10.2007 - 05.2015

Credit - Health Assessment for Advanced Clinical Practice

University of Wolverhampton

Diploma of Higher Education - Fundamentals of General Practice Nursing

University of Wolverhampton

Degree - Adult nursing

University of Wolverhampton

GCSEs - English Language

Walsall College

Foundation Skills - Mathematics

Walsall College
Amy Sanders