Delna Thomas
United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated Nurse with 6 years of experience in effective and efficient delivery of adult Medical and surgical services. Providing outstanding levels of care through medical &surgery expertise, methodical patient assessment and evaluation and continued compassionate support. Band 5 registered nurse.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Staff nurse
University hospitals of North Midlands
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
2024.07 - Current
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Staff nurse
University Hospital Sussex
Brighton, East Sussex
2022.03 - 2024.07
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
- Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
- Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- 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.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.
Staff nurse
Armed forces Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2019.09 - 2021.09
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Delivered exceptional care to boost patient health outcomes.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Analysed symptoms to effectively diagnose and treat patients.
- Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
- Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- 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.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Supported community health initiatives and delivered seminars targeted at specific patient groups.
Education
Bsc nursing ( post basic) -
Christian College of nursing
Bangalore2016-09
Diploma in nursing -
St philomena's hospital school of nursing
Bangalore2003-08
Pre- degree -
St Paul's college
Ernakulam2000-08
SSLC -
St Antony's high school
Ernakulam1998-08
Skills
- ECG interpretation
- Medication administration and review
- Emergency response readiness
- Geriatric care knowledge
- Healthcare quality assurance
- Responsive interactions
- Resuscitation techniques
- Family education capacity
- Medical charting competency
- Life support proficiency
- Triage procedures
- Insulin administration competence
- Therapeutic relationships
- Psychiatric care capability
- Advanced clinical training
- Enteral feeding knowledge
- Catheter placement and removal
- Adaptability to shift work
- Palliative care understanding
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Colostomy maintenance
- Oncology care aptitude
- Cardiac life support
- Grief handling
- Understanding confidentiality
- Nebuliser treatment provision
- Team player
- Elderly care
- Basic life support
- Palliative Care
- Medication Administration
- Exceptional communicator
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Medicine administration
- Catheterisation
- Phlebotomy
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Fluid therapy
- Compassionate care
- Patient-centred approach
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient interventions
- Pain management techniques
- Wound dressing
- Care plan development
- Acute care expertise
- Analytical problem solver
- Outstanding patient care
- Oropharyngeal suctioning
- Complex medical care
- Clinical understanding
- Patient health education
- Catheter care
- Diabetes management
- Documentation expertise
- Infection control protocols
- Medical teamwork
- Admission procedures
- Patient advocacy
- Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeding
- Patient education
- Mobility assistance
- Clinical assessment
- Critical care nursing
- Caseload management
- Analgesia control
- Discharge procedures
- Aseptic technique
- Empathetic listening
- Oxygen therapy
- Infection prevention and control
- 24-hour nursing home care
- Weight loss advising
- Patient record management
- Excellent time management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Emotional resilience
- Care procedure knowledge
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Rehabilitation assessments
- First-class patient care
- Clinical assessment tools
- Diagnostic Testing
- Mental health needs assessments
- Public health education
- Superior nursing knowledge
- Critical care
- Band 5 registered
Languages
English, Malayalam, Arabic, Hindi
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Staff nurse
University hospitals of North Midlands
2024.07 - Current
Staff nurse
University Hospital Sussex
2022.03 - 2024.07
Staff nurse
Armed forces Hospital
2019.09 - 2021.09
Bsc nursing ( post basic) -
Christian College of nursing
Diploma in nursing -
St philomena's hospital school of nursing
Pre- degree -
St Paul's college
SSLC -
St Antony's high school