Anna Sylvester
Stockport
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with over 4 years of experience in oncology clinical trials. Skilled in ALS, BLS, UKONS, sepsis, AKI, and medical device training, along with GCP and CRF laboratory competencies. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong communication. Committed to delivering compassionate, holistic care while proficient in documentation and IT skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Band 5 Clinical Research Nurse in Oncology
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Didsbury, Manchester
2022.01 - Current
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant regulations and guideline updates day-to-day.
- Provided compassionate nursing care during clinical trials to improve comfort levels.
- Explained complex trial information to patients in clear, understandable terms.
- Administered medications according to trial protocols to meet expected outcomes.
- Reported suspected unexpected serious adverse reactions quickly for appropriate action.
- Handled biological samples safely using laboratory safety protocols.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments to maintain optimal care levels.
Health care assistant
SureCare
Macclesfield, Cheshire East
2017.09 - 2018.09
- Supported service users with washing and dressing, maintaining safety and care.
- Promoted independence through targeted care for vulnerable individuals.
- Transported patients safely using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Delivered advanced physical and emotional wellbeing through empathetic care and assistance.
- Provided personal care, assisted with daily living tasks and administering medications within home settings for community in clients hoist.
- Assisted with daily living tasks by cooking, prompting care, and medication support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing 2:1
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2018.09 - 2021.09
A-Levels - Psychology, Health and Social care, Applied Business and 90 credit diploma in preforming arts
Aquinas Collage
Stockport 2015.09 - 2018.09
GCSEs - 11 GCSE's + BETECs
Moat House
Stockport 2013.09 - 2015.06
Skills
- Intravenous therapy administration, including SACT and IMPs
- Administration of Oral, Subcutaneous, Intramuscular and intravenous medications
- Accessing CVADS and TVADs following ANTT procedures
- Medical devices operation
- Research integrity, carrying out clinical trials whilst upholding trial and hospital protocols, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
- Compassionate caregiving, always aims to provide holistic care
- BLS and ALS certificate
- AKI and sepsis trained
- Bio-Sample handling, Level 2 laboratory certificate
- Introduction to acute oncology
- Resilience in high-pressure environments
- Infection control standards adherence
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Evidence-Based Practice
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Band 5 Clinical Research Nurse in Oncology
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
2022.01 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing 2:1
Manchester Metropolitan University
2018.09 - 2021.09
Health care assistant
SureCare
2017.09 - 2018.09
A-Levels - Psychology, Health and Social care, Applied Business and 90 credit diploma in preforming arts
Aquinas Collage
2015.09 - 2018.09
GCSEs - 11 GCSE's + BETECs
Moat House
2013.09 - 2015.06