Bridget D'Aliessio
Ilford,Essex
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong foundation in compassionate caregiving and patient advocacy. Demonstrates expertise in direct patient care, holistic care, and empathetic communication, ensuring patient empowerment and confidentiality. Skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration, health education, and accurate record-keeping, with a focus on enhancing patient outcomes through resilience and endurance. Aspires to further contribute to the healthcare field by promoting patient triage and advocacy within diverse medical settings.
Compassionate healthcare professional committed to providing high quality patient care. Collaborates successfully with team to meet needs of busy units.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Organised, enthusiastic, and dependable individual with 34 years of experience in nursing. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on different responsibilities to meet team goals.
Encourages and supports team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisation skills.
Willing to learn new skills, being approachable, adaptable and flexible,
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Clinical nurse specialist (palliative care)
Barking, Havering & Redbridge Univeristy NHS Trust
Romford and Ilford, Essex
2007.09 - 2025.11
- Provided holistic, patient-focused care to terminally ill individuals.
- Ensured accurate documentation detailing patients' conditions, interventions provided, and progress made towards goals set out in care plan.
- Demonstrated empathy towards each person under my care giving a comforting presence during challenging times.
- Alleviated patient suffering through effective pain management strategies.
- Maintained open communication lines with doctors updating them regularly about changes in patient status.
- Managed time efficiently whilst juggling multiple patient caseloads across various stages of illness severity.
- Encouraged patients and families through the process of grief, offering emotional support when needed.
- Empowered patients by respecting their choices regarding treatment options and advancing illness coping strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Monitored patients' responses to treatments, providing critical feedback to medical team.
- Participated in professional development workshops upskilling knowledge about latest advancements in palliative care nursing.
- Advocated for patients' wishes regarding end-of-life decisions to respect their autonomy.
- Educated families on disease progression, helping them understand what to expect in final stages of life.
- Assessed patients' physical and emotional needs to tailor personalised care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for comprehensive palliative care plans.
- Facilitated family meetings, providing comfort and support during difficult times.
- Administered medication and treatment for patients according to care plans.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to confidentiality and data security protocols.
- Promoted dignity, safety and independence for service users .
- Worked with cross-functional care teams to verify and promote continuity of care.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Ward manager (Holly ward)
Barking, Havering & Redbridge University NHS Trust
Ilford, Essex
2006.12 - 2007.09
- Enhanced nursing standards with regular staff training sessions.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures, promoting a professional work environment.
- Streamlined communication for better team collaboration.
- Provided leadership for effective team performance.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team through active encouragement and support.
- Liaised with other departments for coordinated healthcare services.
- Oversaw patient admissions and discharges for seamless transitions of care.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining high hygiene standards in the ward.
- Maintained accurate records keeping track of patients' progress effectively.
- Facilitated staff scheduling, ensuring round-the-clock patient care.
- Assisted in recruitment processes, selecting highly competent nursing staff for the ward.
- Conducted regular meetings, fostering open communication among staff members.
- Supervised clinical tasks to maintain quality patient care across shifts.
- Managed resources efficiently to optimise healthcare delivery.
- Actively participated in hospital-wide initiatives leading towards improved healthcare services.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure smooth ward functioning.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring safety and well-being of patients and staff.
- Managed complaints, ensuring ward team proactively engaged with patients and families to achieve best outcome.
- Administered staff scheduling, planning rotas to reflect skill mix against patient acuity and workload demand.
- Maintained a safe ward environment by ensuring standards of cleanliness in clinical areas.
- Kept to strict patient confidentiality policies regarding patient records and information.
- Handled phone calls and emails from patients and members of public with professionalism.
- Scanned clinical letters and hospital letters securely into patient records.
- Helped patients by directing them to specific hospital departments or wards.
- Supported receptionists at peak times in call centre to swiftly assist callers.
- Supported and calmed anxious patients concerned about hospital visits.
- Delegated clinical nursing tasks to meet patients' care requirements.
Ward manager (Iris ward)
Barking, Havering & Redbridge university NHS Trust
IIford, Essex
2000.01 - 2006.12
- Assisted in recruitment processes, selecting highly competent nursing staff for the ward.
- Supervised clinical tasks to maintain quality patient care across shifts.
- Improved patient care by implementing efficient ward management practices.
- Facilitated staff scheduling, ensuring round-the-clock patient care.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures, promoting a professional work environment.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure smooth ward functioning.
- Maintained accurate records keeping track of patients' progress effectively.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining high hygiene standards in the ward.
- Established a safe environment, contributing to improved patient recovery rates.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team through active encouragement and support.
- Actively participated in hospital-wide initiatives leading towards improved healthcare services.
- Managed resources efficiently to optimise healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined communication for better team collaboration.
- Provided leadership for effective team performance.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring safety and well-being of patients and staff.
- Enhanced nursing standards with regular staff training sessions.
- Conducted regular meetings, fostering open communication among staff members.
- Oversaw patient admissions and discharges for seamless transitions of care.
- Liaised with other departments for coordinated healthcare services.
- Managed complaints, ensuring ward team proactively engaged with patients and families to achieve best outcome.
- Administered staff scheduling, planning rotas to reflect skill mix against patient acuity and workload demand.
- Maintained a safe ward environment by ensuring standards of cleanliness in clinical areas.
- Drove patient care quality improvement by ensuring timely completion of clinical documentation.
- Ensured continuity of care, contributing to clinical and nursing reviews to ensure accurate feedback on patient care.
- Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
- Implemented personal development plans to improve staff satisfaction, decreasing staff turnover by [Number]%.
- Answered patient queries about hospital policy and processes directly via telephone and in person.
- Filed health records and sorted documents for easy retrieval.
- Kept to strict patient confidentiality policies regarding patient records and information.
- Handled phone calls and emails from patients and members of public with professionalism.
- Helped patients by directing them to specific hospital departments or wards.
- Supported receptionists at peak times in call centre to swiftly assist callers.
- Supported and calmed anxious patients concerned about hospital visits.
- Coordinated staff rotas to meet service requirements whilst remaining under budget.
- Implemented clear quality standards to maintain first-class patient provisions.
- Delegated clinical nursing tasks to meet patients' care requirements.
- Recruited committed, hardworking clinical teams for reliable care services.
- Collaborated with external providers to meet patient care continuity needs.
- Assessed clinical care provisions to meet required safety standards.
- Actioned public health campaigns to educate patients on current issues.
Junior sister (Erica/Oba/Iris wards)
Redbridge NHS Trust
Ilford, Essex
1997.07 - 2000.01
- Managed emergencies calmly, resulting in effective crisis resolution.
- Administered medication, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Oversaw ward supplies inventory management, preventing shortages or wastage.
- Participated actively in training sessions, staying updated on latest practices in nursing care.
- Coordinated treatment plans to optimise patient outcomes.
- Ensured cleanliness of wards by enforcing strict hygiene standards.
- Liaised between doctors and patients to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients, fostering trust and comfort.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing holistic nursing procedures.
- Facilitated smooth running of the ward with efficient scheduling and resource management.
- Educated patients' families about medical conditions, promoting understanding and cooperation.
- Fostered a supportive environment for patients through empathetic communication.
- Improved ward efficiency with meticulous record keeping.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their practical skills and knowledge base.
- Adhered strictly to health safety protocols, minimising infection risks.
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Provided excellent care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Worked closely with fellow nursing professionals to identify strategies for practice development and improvement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals.
- Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Senior staff nurse (Erica/Obs wards)
Redbridge Health Authority
Ilford, Essex
1994.06 - 1997.07
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities early on.
- Ensured high standards of hygiene within the ward, promoting a clean environment for recovery.
- Liaised effectively with other departments for seamless patient care.
- Collaborated with doctors for devising personalised patient treatment plans.
- Reviewed and updated patient records accurately for enhanced treatment protocols.
- Led nurse training sessions to improve team's overall skill set.
- Advocated for patients' rights with adherence to ethical guidelines and standards.
- Recognised and responded promptly to emergency situations ensuring safety of patients at all times.
- Delivered compassionate care for patients, resulting in increased comfort during treatments.
- Managed patient care by coordinating with multi-disciplinary medical teams.
- Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Managed progression of care coordination between teams and across areas.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
Junior staff nurse (Ford/Holly wards)
Redbridge Health Authority
Ilford, Essex
1991.09 - 1994.06
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills whilst educating families about patient conditions.
- Assisted senior nursing staff to ensure smooth running of daily operations.
- Conducted regular checks on stock supplies; ensured availability of necessary materials at all times.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records to aid treatment plans.
- Prepared patients for surgery, resulting in less pre-operative anxiety.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing emotional support and education on health conditions.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, ensuring prompt care delivery.
- Provided quality patient care by monitoring vital signs and administering medication.
- Developed strong rapport with patients to establish trust and promote comfort during their hospital stay.
- Monitored post-surgery patients for complications with close attention to detail.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, promoting the wellbeing of all patients and staff members.
- Participated in educational workshops for professional development within nursing field.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for improved patient care plans.
- Delivered exceptional patient service, which resulted in high levels of satisfaction.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Bank Nurse
Redbridge Health Authority
Ilford, Essex
1991.04 - 1991.09
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Facilitated the recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Participated regularly in professional development activities to enhance nursing skills.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
Student nurse
East Roding Dcholl of Nursing
Ilford/Barking, Essex
1991.01 - 1991.03
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team, ensuring seamless patient care delivery.
- Followed strict hygiene protocols during all clinical procedures; minimised cross-contamination risks significantly.
- Maintained accurate medical records, enhancing efficiency in treatment plans.
- Improved patient comfort by providing personalised care and attention.
- Took vital signs regularly; ensured stability or identified potential emergencies promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as eating, bathing, promoting independence where possible.
- Ensured safe environment with regular cleaning and sterilisation of equipment.
- Provided emotional support, resulting in improved patient morale.
- Collaborated closely with other nurses on the ward; fostered a supportive work environment conducive for swift patient recovery times.
- Delivered high-quality patient care to enhance recovery process.
- Built positive rapport with patients from various backgrounds.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care, increasing patient satisfaction.
- Cooperated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver health care plans.
- Planned and delivered evidence-based care tailored to patients' needs.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
General assistant
Nevitts Residential Home
Buntingford, Hertfordshire
1987.07 - 1987.12
- Coordinated deliveries with suppliers to maintain stock levels.
- Maintained a clean, organised workspace to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Facilitated clear communication between team members for better workflow synergy.
- Provided top-quality customer service, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Helped unpack and shelve deliveries quickly ensuring all items were available for sale.
- Aided in office administration duties, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Worked closely with team members to achieve collective goals and objectives.
- Carried out day-day-day support duties accurately and efficiently.
- Greeted guests and clients with warmth and professionalism.
- Kept office tidy, organised and stocked with supplies.
- Checked and processed incoming deliveries, unpacking and storing with care to avoid stock damage.
- Took and relayed messages between staff, customers and other parties.
- Displayed strong customer service and professional telephone manner while resolving enquiries.
- Protected staff and guests by complying with health and safety regulations.
- Organised and maintain office common areas.
- Photocopied and printed presentations and reports for meetings.
- Screened incoming phone calls and relayed detailed messages.
Shop assistant
Tans Chemist
Buntingford, Hertfordshire
1986.10 - 1987.12
- Assisted in inventory counts, maintaining accurate records.
- Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.
- Improved product visibility with strategic shelf arrangements.
- Assisted customers in finding desired items to enhance their shopping experience.
- Completed restocking swiftly post delivery arrival to ensure immediate product availability.
- Handled cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Conducted price checks at request of customers for clear communication on cost.
- Greeted every customer warmly, promoting friendly atmosphere.
- Facilitated smooth checkouts with efficient bagging and wrapping practices.
- Collaborated effectively with team members during busy periods.
- Built rapport with frequent shoppers to foster loyal customer base.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and handling complaints professionally.
- Guided customers to locate products or alternative items.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Professional Nursing Practice
London South Bank University
London, England 2009.10 - 2014.01
RGN - Registered General Nursing
East Roding School of Nursing
Ilford/ Barking, Essex 1988.01 - 1991.03
Certificate of secondary education - Geography, Maths, Biology, Needlework/Dress,
Ward Freman School
Buntingford, Hertfordshire 1985.09 - 1987.06
O levels - English Literature, Human Biology, Needlework/Dress
ward Freman School
Buntingford, Hertfordshire 1985.09 - 1987.06
BTEC/City in Guilds CGLI - Certificate of Pre-Vocational Education
Ward Freman school
Buntingford, Hertfordshire 1986.09 - 1987.07
Skills
- Resilience and endurance
- Compassionate caregiving
- Patient empowerment
- Observed confidentiality
- Medical terminology
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Health education
- Patient triage
- Accurate record-keeping
- Holistic care
- Empathetic communication
Affiliations
- Taking care of my greyhound, Belle, spending time with family, walking in nature, cooking/baking,
Accomplishments
Was part of the Palliative Care Team/End of Life Care team that achieved Outstanding in CQC in 2020 in Barking, Havering & Redbridge University NHS Trust - one of the proudest moments in my career.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Professional Nursing Practice
London South Bank University
2009.10 - 2014.01
Clinical nurse specialist (palliative care)
Barking, Havering & Redbridge Univeristy NHS Trust
2007.09 - 2025.11
Ward manager (Holly ward)
Barking, Havering & Redbridge University NHS Trust
2006.12 - 2007.09
Ward manager (Iris ward)
Barking, Havering & Redbridge university NHS Trust
2000.01 - 2006.12
Junior sister (Erica/Oba/Iris wards)
Redbridge NHS Trust
1997.07 - 2000.01
Senior staff nurse (Erica/Obs wards)
Redbridge Health Authority
1994.06 - 1997.07
Junior staff nurse (Ford/Holly wards)
Redbridge Health Authority
1991.09 - 1994.06
Bank Nurse
Redbridge Health Authority
1991.04 - 1991.09
Student nurse
East Roding Dcholl of Nursing
1991.01 - 1991.03
RGN - Registered General Nursing
East Roding School of Nursing
1988.01 - 1991.03
General assistant
Nevitts Residential Home
1987.07 - 1987.12
Shop assistant
Tans Chemist
1986.10 - 1987.12
BTEC/City in Guilds CGLI - Certificate of Pre-Vocational Education
Ward Freman school
1986.09 - 1987.07
Certificate of secondary education - Geography, Maths, Biology, Needlework/Dress,
Ward Freman School
1985.09 - 1987.06
O levels - English Literature, Human Biology, Needlework/Dress
ward Freman School
1985.09 - 1987.06