Emma Andrews
Farnborough,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with a specialisation in paediatric care, with nearly 20 years experience. Previous roles have allowed remote working which has involved management of diary and travelling around to meet the needs of the clients on the caseload known for implementing effective nursing care plans and employing a holistic approach. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills, supported by a certificate in teamwork and effective communication. Experienced in enteral feeding and recognised as an assessor and supervisor, with training in courageous conversations. Committed to advancing patient care through continuous learning and collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Firvale Deputy Clinical Team Lead
Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust
Basingstoke, Hampshire
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated resource allocation to optimise utilisation and minimise waste.
- Instituted effective feedback mechanisms, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.
- Mediated in conflict situations, promoting harmony amongst team members.
- Provided staff 1:1 and taken part in staff appraisals.
- Led monthly team meetings.
- Supported the management of the units first CQC visit,
- Identified skill gaps within the team and organised relevant training sessions.
- Conducted comprehensive performance reviews for continuous improvement.
- Fostered a positive work environment with regular team-building exercises.
- Oversee day-to-day activity.
- Assessed employee capabilities and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal results.
- Mentored and coached junior staff to produce high-performing, quality team members.
- Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
- Completion of rosters for the team, ensuring the correct skill mix for all shifts.
- Produce the programme of care for the short breaks ensuring the correct mix of clients, equipment available such as beds and skill mix of staff.
- Qualified as a Trust Basic Life support trainer
- Enteral feeding undertaken- Via Jejunostomy/ Gastrostomy.
- Regular changes of Mickey and Mini Gastrostomy buttons
- Recruited and hired individuals to add depth, expertise and talent to healthcare team.
Community staff nurse- School nursing
Central Surrey Health
Woking, Surrey
12.2019 - 10.2023
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of care.
- Utilised modern nursing tools and techniques in daily practice, elevating standard of care provided.
- Conducted health assessments for early illness detection.
- Enhanced community's health awareness through educational workshops and seminars.
- Attended Safeguarding conferences and provided reports for safeguarding meetings.
- Undertook height and weight measurements for the National Child measurement programme.
- Undertook vision and hearing screening.
- Provided early toileting advice to children, young people, families and carers.
- Undertook sexual health sessions in secondary schools.
- Provided drop in sessions for children and young people in secondary schools.
- Developed individualised care plans catering to unique patient needs.
- Ensured confidentiality whilst handling sensitive patient information.
- Offered emotional support to patients and their families during stressful periods.
- Coordinated appointments with other healthcare specialists as needed.
- Followed infection control protocols strictly, maintaining a safe environment for all.
- Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
- Undertook Looked after Children health assessments.
Senior staff nurse
Shooting star Chase Childrens Hospice
Guildford, Surrey
05.2015 - 11.2018
- Recognised and responded promptly to emergency situations ensuring safety of patients at all times.
- Reviewed and updated patient care plans regularly.
- Liaised effectively with other professionals for seamless patient care.
- Coordinated discharge planning for patients which facilitated smooth transitions from hospice to home environments.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities early on.
- Developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with doctors for devising personalised patient treatment plans.
- Delivered compassionate care for patients, resulting in increased comfort during treatments.
- Ensured high standards of hygiene within the hospice, ensuring infection control standards met.
- Led nurse training sessions to improve team's overall skill set.
- Managed patient care by coordinating with multi-disciplinary medical teams.
- Provided expert clinical advice to junior nurses, fostering professional growth.
- Maintained open lines of communication between patients' families and healthcare professionals which ensured transparency in treatment procedures.
- Supervised junior staff efficiently leading to an improved working atmosphere.
- Administered medication as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Consistently monitored patient health and wellbeing to recognise deterioration and initiate appropriate action.
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Reported near-miss and errors to allow improvement to patient safety practices.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Led with the teenage youth group and weekend away planning.
Deputy Sister
Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust
Basingstoke, Hampshire
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Monitored vital signs regularly; promptly identifying any abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, bettering patient treatment.
- Applied infection control protocols; minimising cross-contamination risks in the ward.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices, reducing infection risks.
- Provided emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
- Enhanced team collaboration with clear and concise communication.
- Managed complex cases through a multi-disciplinary approach; ensuring holistic care for patients.
- Administered medications- orally, Sub cut, Intravenously, enterally, intramuscularly.
- Assisted doctors during examinations, ensuring thorough assessments were made.
- Maintained accurate medical records for seamless healthcare delivery.
- Oversaw junior staff training, improving the overall quality of care provided on the ward.
- Conducted regular ward rounds for comprehensive health monitoring.
- Explained medical procedures to patients, fostering understanding and trust.
- Prioritised tasks based on urgency and severity to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
- Provided excellent care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures.
- Monitored delivery of patient care for entire unit, including implementation of care plans.
- Recognised and managed workplace risks, immediately determining best methods for resolution.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
Staff nurse
Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust
Basingstoke, Hampshire
10.2006 - 09.2014
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Venepuncture and cannulation.
- Childrens outpatient clinic support
- Day case appointment support with food challenges, Blood clinics, xrays, scans.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English, Double award Science, Design technology, Art, Geography and Business studies.
The Wavell School
Farnborough, Hampshire 09.1997 - 07.2001
A-Levels - Psychology, Health and social care, AS Level Biology, AS Level Photography, CACHE Caring for childre
Farnborough Sixth Form College
Farnborough, Hampshire 09.2001 - 07.2003
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma with advanced studies in Nursing - Child health branch
University of Southampton
Southampton 09.2003 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Child branch nursing
University of Southampton
Southampton 03.2011 - 02.2013
Skills
- Nursing skills
- Paediatric nursing specialisation
- Holistic approach in nursing
- Nursing care plan implementation
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Enteral feeding knowledge
- Assessor and supervisor
- Team work and effective communication certificate
- Courageous conversations course attendance
Timeline
Firvale Deputy Clinical Team Lead
Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust
10.2023 - Current
Community staff nurse- School nursing
Central Surrey Health
12.2019 - 10.2023
Senior staff nurse
Shooting star Chase Childrens Hospice
05.2015 - 11.2018
Deputy Sister
Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust
09.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Child branch nursing
University of Southampton
03.2011 - 02.2013
Staff nurse
Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust
10.2006 - 09.2014
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma with advanced studies in Nursing - Child health branch
University of Southampton
09.2003 - 09.2006
A-Levels - Psychology, Health and social care, AS Level Biology, AS Level Photography, CACHE Caring for childre
Farnborough Sixth Form College
09.2001 - 07.2003
GCSEs - Maths, English, Double award Science, Design technology, Art, Geography and Business studies.
The Wavell School
09.1997 - 07.2001
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