Ewelina Nair
Bognor Regis,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a solid background in patient care and team leadership. Demonstrated success in managing intricate medical scenarios and fostering a supportive team culture. Proficient in infection control, medication administration, and electronic health records management, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes. Strong focus on clinical excellence and continuous improvement within healthcare settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Deputy Ward Sister / Emergency Floor
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Chichester
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed and motivated team by setting objectives aligned with corporate goals.
- Initiated escalation protocols while managing deteriorating patients to ensure timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced cross-contamination rates.
- Coordinated daily operations in the ward, ensuring seamless patient care delivery.
- Mentored junior staff and provided clinical supervision effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient-centred care.
- Exhibited strong leadership during high-pressure situations to support unit morale.
- Managed shifts in absence of ward managers, overseeing admissions and discharges for optimal bed management.
Staff Nurse / Emergency Floor
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Chichester
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Administered fluids, transfusions, and injections in accordance with local guidelines.
- Performed clinical procedures, including venepuncture, cannulation, and catheter insertion.
- Monitored and recorded postoperative infection rates to identify possible causes.
- Managed caseload of up to 8 patients per shift in acute medical/surgical unit.
- Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments of patients' social, physical, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted doctors in emergencies by identifying urgent situations and providing support.
- Utilised extended clinical skills for wound management and discharge planning.
- Promoted health and improved patient well-being through effective communication.
Health Care Assistant
Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Chichester, West Sussex
04.2011 - 07.2021
- Managed personal hygiene for bed-bound patients, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals to facilitate effective communication.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, assisting medical staff in treatment planning.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision to alleviate minor discomforts.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensuring balanced nutritional intake.
- Delivered high-quality service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control measures for a safe environment.
- Upheld patient confidentiality in accordance with NHS data protection standards.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) - Nursing (Adult)
University of Portsmouth
01.2018 - 01.2021
Intermediate Life Support - ILS
Resuscitation Council (UK)
Chichester, West SussexHDU and Respiratory Training - Focus on NIV and Optiflow Management
University Hospitals Sussex
ChichesterSkills
- Infection control practices
- Oxygen administration
- Responsive leadership
- Nursing supervision
- Performance management
- Cultural competence and person-centred care
- Clinical leadership and patient care
- Clinical nursing practice
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Health and safety compliance
- Electronic health records management
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) –
- expires 31/5/2026
- Registered Nurse – Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), UK
- Immediate Life Support – Resuscitation Council (UK)
- Manual handling – completed 2024
- Infection Control - completed 2024
- Information Governance - completed 2024
- Fire Safety - completed 2024
- Equality and Diversity - completed 2024
- Health and Safety - completed 2024
- Adult/Child Safeguarding Level 2 - completed 2024
- Safeguarding Adults at Risk Level 2 - completed 2024
- Conflict Resolution - completed 2024
- Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor - completed 2024
- Learning Disability and Autism (Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training) - completed
- 2024
- Preventing Radicalisation Level 3 - completed 2024
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deputy Ward Sister / Emergency Floor
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
06.2024 - 05.2025
Staff Nurse / Emergency Floor
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
07.2021 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) - Nursing (Adult)
University of Portsmouth
01.2018 - 01.2021
Health Care Assistant
Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
04.2011 - 07.2021
Intermediate Life Support - ILS
Resuscitation Council (UK)
HDU and Respiratory Training - Focus on NIV and Optiflow Management
University Hospitals Sussex
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