Erika Pauline Yu
London
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with background in high-stress, fast-paced environments, seeking to transition into new field. Proven ability to lead teams, manage patient care, and ensure compliance with medical standards. Ready to leverage transferable skills to drive success in different industry. Personable and compassionate healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and leadership. Extensive knowledge of medical protocols and patient management, with expertise in medication administration and critical thinking. Committed to fostering supportive environment and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Charge Nurse
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
London
01.2025 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Senior Staff Nurse
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
London, United Kingdom
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Facilitated patient discharges by coordinating with medical teams, social workers, case managers, and other support staff.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough documentation and adherence to medication administration protocols.
- Promoted a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and participating in regular staff meetings.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their voices were heard when making decisions about their healthcare journey.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
London, United Kingdom
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines for business operations.
- Liaised with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations.
Surgical Staff Nurse
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
London, United Kingdom
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Maintained a sterile surgical environment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff members.
- Contributed to hospital-wide efforts toward accreditation maintenance through compliance with regulatory guidelines and best practices.
- Served as an advocate for patients by communicating their needs to physicians, ensuring proper treatments were provided when required.
- Assisted surgeons during complex operations, providing critical support that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Educated patients on postoperative care, promoting faster healing times and better long-term outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by consistently updating surgical procedures and implementing best practices.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by addressing concerns promptly and providing compassionate care at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging medical situations.
Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Zamboanga Doctors Hospital
Zamboanga City Philippines
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ateneo De Zamboanga University
Philippines03.2014
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- Medication administration
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- Staff training
- Patient assessments
- Staff scheduling
- Staff management
Timeline
Senior Charge Nurse
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
01.2025 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
04.2023 - 01.2025
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
12.2020 - 04.2023
Surgical Staff Nurse
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
11.2018 - 12.2020
Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Zamboanga Doctors Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ateneo De Zamboanga University