ESTHER DANSO
Mansfield,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and NMC-registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience across domiciliary care, residential and nursing care homes, community services, hospital settings, and specialist healthcare environments. Highly skilled in person-centred care, clinical assessment, care planning, medication management, safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, maintain high standards of care, and drive continuous service improvement. Committed to delivering safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led services in line with CQC standards and best practice. Passionate about promoting independence, dignity, choice, and positive outcomes for service users receiving care, while fostering a culture of compassion, accountability, and excellence. Experienced in managing complex care needs, supporting staff development, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Health care assistant / Registered Nurse
Greenline Healthcare Group
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2020.04 - Current
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Handled challenging behaviour from individuals with dementia effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Delivered high-quality, dedicated care to clients with disability, consistently achieving individual care plan objectives.
- Vigilantly monitored changes in physical and mental health, reporting deterioration to senior carers for urgent attention.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Safely and securely transported patients using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
Registered staff nurse
Pathfinders Specialist and Complex Care
Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
2024.09 - 2026.03
- Managed emergency situations effectively, maintaining calm under pressure.
- Upheld high standards of professional ethics whilst dealing with sensitive information.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, achieving improved patient comfort.
- Administered prescribed medications, alleviating symptoms.
- Complied strictly with infection control protocols, preventing cross-contamination in the unit.
- Devised personalised nursing care plans for each assigned patient.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for holistic patient care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication with patients to understand their needs better.
- Delivered high-quality nursing services to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring data integrity.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills whilst handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
Healthcare assistant
NHS Professionals
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2021.12 - 2024.12
- Handled challenging behaviour from individuals with dementia, effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by the NHS.
- Assisted service users with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for enhanced quality of life while admitted in the hospital.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring smooth recovery path.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
Registered nurse
DCHS Foundation Trust Derbyshire Rotation Programe
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2024.03 - 2024.09
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Assisted doctors during procedures such as hysterectomy and laparoscopy.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- 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.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for smooth transition from hospital to home environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
Student nurse
University of Derby
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2021.03 - 2024.02
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team, ensuring seamless patient care delivery.
- Administered medication for better control over patients' symptoms under supervision.
- Performed wound dressings, reducing risk of infection or further complications.
- Collaborated closely with other nurses on the ward; fostered a supportive work environment conducive for swift patient recovery times.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as eating, bathing, promoting independence where possible.
- Observed changes in patient conditions; reported to appropriate healthcare personnel promptly.
- Conducted efficient handovers at shift change; ensured continuity of quality care for all patients.
- Delivered high-quality patient care to enhance recovery process.
- Took vital signs regularly; ensured stability or identified potential emergencies promptly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing personalised care and attention.
- Reported accidents, risks and incidents in line with set procedures.
- Carried out patient assessments with minimal supervision.
- Gained understanding of health inequalities affecting disadvantaged and vulnerable people.
- Built clinical knowledge and leadership skills.
- Maintained accurate medical records, enhancing efficiency in treatment plans.
Health care assistant
Parkside Care Home
Forest Town, Nottinghamshire
2019.07 - 2021.09
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Delivered high-quality, dedicated care to clients with disability, consistently achieving individual care plan objectives.
Communtiy Translator
Association of Community Mediators and Translators
Udine, Italy
2013.10 - 2019.06
- Enhanced party satisfaction through implementation of effective mediation techniques.
- Handled complex multi-party mediations with expertise and professionalism.
- Translated technical manuals to aid user comprehension.
- Assisted in business meetings for effective bilingual conversation.
- Liaised with foreign clients to facilitate better understanding.
- Provided translation services for enhanced cross-cultural communication.
- Handled literary translations, preserving original tone and style.
- Conducted simultaneous interpretation, promoting real-time understanding.
- Served as cultural consultant, bridging language gaps.
- Validated document accuracy with thorough proofreading skills.
- Promoted open dialogue amongst opposing parties, harmony restored in relationships.
- Provided conflict resolution training to new hires, improved team performance.
- Maintained detailed records of all mediations to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Conducted meaningful follow-ups after mediation sessions; ensured successful implementation of agreements.
- Managed difficult conversations to promote open communication and mutual understanding.
- Educated clients about mediation process to reduce anxiety and encourage participation.
- Followed procedure to perform legal functions successfully.
- Handled official documents to maintain privacy, authenticity and accuracy.
- Responded to time-sensitive queries quickly for fast resolution.
Health care assistant
Casa di Cura La Quiete
Udine, Italy
2010.08 - 2017.09
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
University of Derby
Derby 03/2021 - 02/2024
RQF Level 5 - Leadership and Management in Adult Care
Access Skills
BirminghamDiploma - Scientific High School
Liceo Scientifico Malignani
Italy 09/2010 - 07/2014
Certification of Completion - Italian Language Studies
Liceo Copernico
Italy 09/2008 - 07/2010
Skills
- Values-based Leadership, Team Management and Staff Development
- Safeguarding Adults and Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Compliance
- Person-Centred Care Planning and Delivery
- CQC Compliance, Regulatory Governance and Quality Assurance
- Medication Administration and Management
- Risk Assessment, Risk Management and Incident Investigation
- Clinical Assessment
- De-escalation and Challenging Behaviour Management
- Oxygen Therapy and Tracheostomy Care
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration and Partnership Working
- Care Quality Monitoring, Auditing and Compliance Reporting
- Accurate Record Keeping and Care Documentation
- MCA and DoLS
- Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Supervision
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Effective Communication, Active Listening and Interpersonal Skills
Affiliations
- Reading professional and personal development literature
- Swimming for health, wellbeing, and fitness
- Singing and participating in musical activities at church
- Taking long walks in nature to promote mindfulness and wellbeing
Languages
English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Professional Registration
Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
PIN: 23I2268E
Timeline
Registered staff nurse
Pathfinders Specialist and Complex Care
2024.09 - 2026.03
Registered nurse
DCHS Foundation Trust Derbyshire Rotation Programe
2024.03 - 2024.09
Healthcare assistant
NHS Professionals
2021.12 - 2024.12
Student nurse
University of Derby
2021.03 - 2024.02
Health care assistant / Registered Nurse
Greenline Healthcare Group
2020.04 - Current
Health care assistant
Parkside Care Home
2019.07 - 2021.09
Communtiy Translator
Association of Community Mediators and Translators
2013.10 - 2019.06
Health care assistant
Casa di Cura La Quiete
2010.08 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing
University of Derby
03/2021 - 02/2024
Diploma - Scientific High School
Liceo Scientifico Malignani
09/2010 - 07/2014
Certification of Completion - Italian Language Studies
Liceo Copernico
09/2008 - 07/2010
RQF Level 5 - Leadership and Management in Adult Care
Access Skills