Andreea Georgiana Palcu-Lape
Richmond,Surrey
Summary
Highly skilled Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) with over 10 years of experience in both NHS and private healthcare sectors, specialising in acute and chronic pain management, primary care, and clinical governance. A PgDip Advanced Clinical Practice and MSc Pain Management graduate, with a strong background in remote consultations, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice. Proven ability to assess, diagnose, and manage complex health conditions, while promoting non-pharmacological pain management strategies and opioid reduction programs. Passionate about integrated healthcare, patient education, and quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality and Risk Manager
The Princess Grace Hospital
London, Greater London
06.2022 - Current
- Led the development and implementation of clinical governance frameworks to enhance patient safety and quality assurance.
- Managed risk registers, serious incident investigations, and root cause analyses, ensuring compliance with CQC and NHS England standards.
- Developed and delivered staff training on patient safety, opioid stewardship, and pain management best practices.
Lead Pain Specialist Nurse
The Princess Grace Hospital, HCA Healthcare UK
London
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Led a specialist pain management service for acute post-op and chronic pain patients, integrating multimodal pain relief strategies and opioid deprescribing programs.
- Provided remote and in-person consultations, optimising patient care through holistic, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Delivered education sessions for patients and staff, focusing on pre- and post-operative pain, self-management strategies, and alternative pain therapies.
Clinical Operations Manager
HCA Healthcare UK
London
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed hospital-wide patient flow, bed capacity, and acute admissions, ensuring safe and efficient service delivery.
- Provided real-time clinical oversight, supporting A&E, surgical, and inpatient teams in managing complex patient cases.
- Led quality improvement projects to enhance service efficiency and patient outcomes.
Pain Specialist Nurse
University College London Hospitals
London
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, including a detailed medical history and physical examination, to accurately diagnose and manage pain conditions;
- Developed and implemented individualised pain management plans that incorporate a variety of treatment modalities, including medications, physical therapy, and alternative therapies;
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of pain management interventions, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes;
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for patients with complex pain conditions;
Senior Staff Nurse
University College London Hospitals
London
12.2015 - 08.2017
- Delivered advanced nursing care across A&E, Day Surgery, Acute Admissions Unit, Haematology, Gastroenterology, Gynaecology, Urology, Thoracic, ENT, Young People's Cancer Unit, providing comprehensive patient care and support, and gaining expertise in complex patient management.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and implemented individualised treatment plans, collaborating with MDTs to enhance patient outcomes.
Lecturer
Green Ecological Foundation
Bucharest
10.2013 - 12.2015
- Leading two classes of 60 students for 2 years and half.
- Prepared and lectured courses including anatomy, biochemistry and life sciences.
- Guided students to write their final BSc dissertation.
- Planned curriculum, teaching schedule and course outline.
- Managed business development activities, such as proposals, budgeting and conferences.
- Organised hospital placements for students and supervised their activity.
Honorary Lecturer and Module Lead
University College London
London, London
11.2021 - Current
- Responsible for leading the MSc Module "Strategies for the Self-Management of Pain".
- My role extended to overseeing all aspects of monitoring, evaluation, and review activities within the module.
- I engaged in active liaison with key individuals and collaborative partners, fostering a dynamic learning environment. This collaborative effort was instrumental in the successful delivery of tutorials and workshops, enriching the overall educational experience.
- I organized and orchestrated workshops designed to provide students with hands-on, practical experiences that complemented the theoretical aspects of the module. These workshops aimed to empower students with essential skills and knowledge.
- I meticulously prepared materials for the weekly video tutorials, ensuring that they were comprehensive, engaging, and aligned with the module's learning objectives. These materials served as a vital resource for students' self-paced learning and comprehension.
GP Nurse Practitioner
Chiajna Medical Centre
Bucharest
06.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed acute and chronic conditions in a primary care setting, including diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory diseases.
- Conducted virtual and face-to-face consultations, assessing and recommending treatment plans for patients with a range of medical conditions.
- Supported patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care;
- Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Advanced clinical practice
King's College London
London04.2022
Master of Science - Pain Management
University College London
London, United Kingdom07.2020
Master of Science - Political Science, Security And Diplomacy
National School Of Political Studies
Bucharest, Romania07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Green Ecologic Foundation
Bucharest, Romania08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Sociology and Social Work
University of Bucharest
Bucharest, Romania07.2012
Skills
- Advanced Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis
- Remote & Virtual Consultations
- Acute & Chronic Pain Management
- Opioid Reduction & Multimodal Therapies
- Chronic Disease Management & Preventative Care
- Clinical Governance & Risk Management
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Education & Health Promotion
- Leadership & Quality Improvement
Languages
Romanian
Native language
English
Master or proficient
C2
French
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Upper intermediate
B2
Interests
- Chronic Pain & Self-Management Strategies
- Opioid Reduction & Multimodal Analgesia
- Telehealth & Remote Patient Care
- Health Promotion & Preventative Medicine
- Teaching & Clinical Leadership
- Research and Development
- Project Management and Leadership
Timeline
Quality and Risk Manager
The Princess Grace Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Honorary Lecturer and Module Lead
University College London
11.2021 - Current
Clinical Operations Manager
HCA Healthcare UK
11.2019 - 07.2022
Lead Pain Specialist Nurse
The Princess Grace Hospital, HCA Healthcare UK
07.2019 - 07.2022
Pain Specialist Nurse
University College London Hospitals
08.2017 - 07.2019
Senior Staff Nurse
University College London Hospitals
12.2015 - 08.2017
GP Nurse Practitioner
Chiajna Medical Centre
06.2014 - 10.2015
Lecturer
Green Ecological Foundation
10.2013 - 12.2015
Diploma of Higher Education - Advanced clinical practice
King's College London
Master of Science - Pain Management
University College London
Master of Science - Political Science, Security And Diplomacy
National School Of Political Studies
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Green Ecologic Foundation
Bachelor of Science - Sociology and Social Work
University of Bucharest
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