Anne Dede
London,Croydon
Summary
Experienced nursing professional demonstrating strengths in patient assessment and care coordination. Adapts to changing demands through effective multidisciplinary collaboration and operational oversight. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a supportive environment for team members.
Trained in personnel, budget and operations management. Expert in coordinating and allocating resources to meet demand and maintain financial standing.
Experienced in managing healthcare teams and ensuring top-tier patient care. Demonstrated ability to lead with compassion, maintain high standards, and foster collaborative environments. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering quality outcomes.
With solid foundation in nursing and leadership, I bring compassionate approach and strong organisational skills to enhance patient care and team performance. I excel in communication and conflict resolution, fostering collaborative environment. My analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities ensure efficient ward management and continuous improvement.
Focused on the educational development of the nursing team at all levels of experience and at trainee level
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Ward Manager/Senior sister
chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust
london, chelsea
10.2008 - Current
- Manage a 29-bedded surgical ward for colorectal cancers, upper GI conditions, bariatric care, plastics surgery and orthopaedic surgery
- Manage the recruitment and retention across trained and untrained nursing teams.
- Co-ordinate the educational support and training plans for all nursing staff members.
- Manage unit procurement for supplies, coordinating ordering, receiving, and stock top up.
- Track infection prevention and control key performance inidicators to reduce hospital-acquired infection rates.
- Lead a team of nurses and healthcare assistants, supporting professional development.
- Conducted nursing performance appraisals, identifying improvement needs and career paths.
- Hold regular staff meetings on ward performance, patient care, and objectives.
- Manage a nursing and healthcare assistant team in driving professional development.
- Conduct performance appraisals for nursing staff, identifying growth areas and progression.
- Held regular staff meetings to review ward performance and patient-care improvements.
- Assess patient care outcomes using data to drive continuous improvements.
- Streamline operational processes to maintain compliance and increase ward efficiency
- Analysed patient feedback and implemented changes to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction
- responsible for creating a learning environment for all new recruits and student trainees
band 6 junior sister
chelsea and Westminster NHS foundation Trsut
london, chelsea
09.2002 - 10.2008
- worked on a 28 bedded Urology surgical ward
- Worked collaboratively with team members to meet established target outcomes.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Worked toward service time and quality targets through consistent operational follow-through.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication and providing step-by-step solutions.
- Provided support and deputise Ward Manager, completing additional tasks for team success.
- Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.
band 6 junior sister
Bromley healthcare Trust
london, bromley
06.1998 - 09.2002
- Worked on 30-bed urology surgical ward, supporting care for cancer patients.
- Coordinated scheduling and patient flow across chemo and two-week clinics.
- Coordinated patient care in consultation with multidisciplinary team of health professionals.
- Followed care and rehabilitation plans set by doctors.
- Supervised, trained and mentored new nurses on nursing requirements and procedures.
- Evaluated patients at prescribed times to assess conditions and monitor progress against treatment goals.
- Trained junior nurses and healthcare assistants, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Kept unit and stations well-stocked with necessary supplies for timely clinical care.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
E Grade staff nurse
Guys and St Thoma's NHS foundation Trust
london , london bridge
06.1997 - 06.1998
- supervisor role on a 28 bedded colorectal/urology surgical ward
- Supported operations across twenty-eight bedded urology surgical unit and pre-assessment unit.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients following prescribed healthcare plans.
- Accurately recorded patient medical information and vital signs to provide continued best possible care.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention and health maintenance practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with illness and recovery.
- Supervised learning and education for allocated student nurses and new recruits.
D Grade staff Nurse
St Thomas' Hospital nhs Trust
london, westminster
06.1996 - 06.1997
- Supported inpatient care for 28-bedded colorectal and vascular surgery units.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
- Performed wound care procedures, applying dressings and monitoring for signs of infection to promote healing.
- Conducted emergency medical procedures, such as CPR, when necessary to save patients' lives.
- Accurately recorded patient medical information and vital signs to provide continued best possible care.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patient conditions in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with illness and recovery.
D Grade staff Nurse
Charing Cross Hospital
london, Hammersmith
05.1995 - 06.1996
- Worked on 28-bedded urology surgical ward during newly qualified period.
- Monitored, recorded and reported changes in patient symptoms to deliver best care practices.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients following prescribed healthcare plans.
- Performed wound care procedures, applying dressings and monitoring for signs of infection to promote healing.
- Accurately recorded patient medical information and vital signs to provide continued best possible care.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patient conditions in a timely manner.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention and health maintenance practices.
Education
pass - Basic Life Support
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2026
pass - Immediate Life support
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2026
Palliative and end of life care
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2025
Ward Managers Development day
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2025
pass - Leading and empowered organisation course
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2025
certificate of attendance - Adult Safeguarding level 3
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2025
Master of Science - MSc in leadership and service improvement in Healthcare
Southbank University
London2019
certificate of attendance - wound care
Glen Health UK
London2019
certificate of Attendance - Frontiers in intestinal rehabilitation and home parental nutrition
St Marks Academic Institute
London2019
certificate of Attendance - Gold Standard Framework Acute Hospitals Training Programme
National Clinical Lead for the GSF centre
London2018
certificate of attendance - Sepsis - recognition, escalation & action training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2017
pass - Introduction to cancer and end of life care
Chelsea and Westminster hospital
London Colney, HRT2016
certificate of attendance - Performing under Pressure
Chelsea and Westminster hospital
London2016
certificate of attendance - Principles of Cancer Care
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2016
certificate of attendance - Complex cancers
St Marks academic Institute
London2015
certificate of attendance - Addressing Concerns of colorectal Cancer survivors
St Marks Academic Institute
London2015
certificate of attendance - Conflict resolution Level 2
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2015
certificate of attendance - Conservative bowel management: Biofeedback Therapy
St Marks Institute
London2015
certificate of attendence - certificate of Excellence in Mentoring Student Nurses
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London 2015
certificate of attendance - Good Practice in handling, investigating and responding to formal complaints
Niche Patient Safety
London2015
pass - Sign off Mentor training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2014
certificate of attendance - Intravenous practice supervisors study day
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2014
certificate of attendance - Dementia Training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2013
certificate of attendance - Care of the Patient undergoing Bariatric Surgery Course
university college London Hospitals
London2011
certificate of Attendance - Nutrition in Baritric Surgery
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London2011
pass - Advanced Communication Skills
west London cancer week
London2008
20 credits at level 5 - cpp mentor development
Thames Valley University
London2007
Certificate of Higher Education - cancer care in general settings
Royal Marsden school of Cancer
London2004
20 credits at level 3 - introduction to the care of the critically ill patient
Thames Valley University
London2004
pass 20 credits at level 2 - ENB r24 introduction to Urology Nursing
Thames Valley University
London2000
Certificate of Higher Education - BTEC Management studies
Hammersmith College
London1998
Grade B - BSc nursing studies with ENB higher Award advanced assessment skills
Kings College university
London1998
Certificate of Higher Education - RGN qualification
Thames Valley University
London1995
Skills
- Ward management
- Quality improvement
- Infection control
- Staff recruitment and retention strategies
- educational teacher, preceptor, and coordinator
- clinicL skills in male catherisation, venepuncture and cannulation, Naso-gastric tube insertion
- Patient assessment
- Clinical supervision
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Operational efficiency
- Customer service excellence
- Risk Management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Financial budgeting and reporting
Timeline
Ward Manager/Senior sister
chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust
10.2008 - Current
band 6 junior sister
chelsea and Westminster NHS foundation Trsut
09.2002 - 10.2008
band 6 junior sister
Bromley healthcare Trust
06.1998 - 09.2002
E Grade staff nurse
Guys and St Thoma's NHS foundation Trust
06.1997 - 06.1998
D Grade staff Nurse
St Thomas' Hospital nhs Trust
06.1996 - 06.1997
D Grade staff Nurse
Charing Cross Hospital
05.1995 - 06.1996
pass - Basic Life Support
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
pass - Immediate Life support
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Palliative and end of life care
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Ward Managers Development day
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
pass - Leading and empowered organisation course
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Adult Safeguarding level 3
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Master of Science - MSc in leadership and service improvement in Healthcare
Southbank University
certificate of attendance - wound care
Glen Health UK
certificate of Attendance - Frontiers in intestinal rehabilitation and home parental nutrition
St Marks Academic Institute
certificate of Attendance - Gold Standard Framework Acute Hospitals Training Programme
National Clinical Lead for the GSF centre
certificate of attendance - Sepsis - recognition, escalation & action training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
pass - Introduction to cancer and end of life care
Chelsea and Westminster hospital
certificate of attendance - Performing under Pressure
Chelsea and Westminster hospital
certificate of attendance - Principles of Cancer Care
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Complex cancers
St Marks academic Institute
certificate of attendance - Addressing Concerns of colorectal Cancer survivors
St Marks Academic Institute
certificate of attendance - Conflict resolution Level 2
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Conservative bowel management: Biofeedback Therapy
St Marks Institute
certificate of attendence - certificate of Excellence in Mentoring Student Nurses
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Good Practice in handling, investigating and responding to formal complaints
Niche Patient Safety
pass - Sign off Mentor training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Intravenous practice supervisors study day
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Dementia Training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
certificate of attendance - Care of the Patient undergoing Bariatric Surgery Course
university college London Hospitals
certificate of Attendance - Nutrition in Baritric Surgery
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
pass - Advanced Communication Skills
west London cancer week
20 credits at level 5 - cpp mentor development
Thames Valley University
Certificate of Higher Education - cancer care in general settings
Royal Marsden school of Cancer
20 credits at level 3 - introduction to the care of the critically ill patient
Thames Valley University
pass 20 credits at level 2 - ENB r24 introduction to Urology Nursing
Thames Valley University
Certificate of Higher Education - BTEC Management studies
Hammersmith College
Grade B - BSc nursing studies with ENB higher Award advanced assessment skills
Kings College university
Certificate of Higher Education - RGN qualification
Thames Valley University