Gloria Wabara

Improve COPD and asthma treatment optimisation and support timely discharge.

Strengthen care standardisation by completing asthma and COPD bundles for all patients.

Accelerate diagnostic progress through autonomous investigation ordering and result interpretation.

Improve patient understanding by communicating investigation outcomes sensitively and clearly.

Reduce clinical risk by escalating complex cases for timely respiratory consultant input.

Enhance transfer safety by coordinating NIV and deterioration transfers to respiratory wards.

Support successful discharge by assessing home oxygen needs and arranging equipment.

Improve outpatient readiness by completing spirometry, peak flow, and inhaler technique training.

Increase continuity of care through close liaison with respiratory community teams.

Improve NIV service quality by contributing to audits and updating NIV databases.

Raise ward capability by delivering specialist support and NIV training to staff.

Increase oxygen therapy safety through structured training for newly employed staff.

Enhance patient confidence by delivering clear verbal and written treatment information.

Improve engagement with rehabilitation by explaining pulmonary rehabilitation and services available.

• Virtual attendance of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Meetings with the respiratory consultants to review very sick patients.
• Care of patients on Non-invasive ventilations (NIV), Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), High flow Oxygen Therapy(HFOT), etc. Tracheostomy care and care of patients on chest drains.
• Care of patients on oxygen therapy and performing spirometry, Venepuncture, peak flows, nebulisers etc.
• Assessed, planned and evaluated care for acutely ill respiratory patients.
• Liaised with multi-disciplinary team members, including doctors, discharge coordinators, chest physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and palliative team to enhance care coordination for respiratory patients.
• Provided oxygen therapy for comfort for patients at the end of their lives, providing emotional support to such patients, their families and carers.
• Interpreted and analysed blood gases and other blood tests relevant to the care of respiratory patients .
• Assessed the Acuity of the ward and allocated staff based on the skill mix available .
• Delegated responsibilities to junior staff.
• Assisted Senior Sister with daily ward operations.
• monitored the safety and quality of care for patients.
• Being responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
• Ensured high standards of care are given to all patients, monitoring this through spot checks and clinical quality indicators outcome measures.
• Coordinated early discharge and transfer planning for patients, ensuring smooth transitions to community services and continuity of care.
• Established communication with patients' relatives, keeping them updated with the ongoing care of their loved ones.
• Comprehensive documentation on the electronic Patient Record (EPR) and maintained confidentiality of patient information.
• Monitored stock levels and ordered supplies ensuring that these are available for the day-to-day running of the ward
• Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing feedback and setting objectives for professional development.
• Organised transfer of care across various healthcare settings with patients and carers.
• Organised shifts of nurses and staff to enable full coverage for patient care, maintaining systemised schedule.
• Facilitated admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimise workflow, contributing to reduced readmission rates.

• Monitored care for patients on non-invasive ventilation and CPAP throughout shifts.
• Performed tracheostomy care and managed airway hygiene to support breathing comfort.
• Provided chest drain care and delivered oxygen therapy based on clinical needs.
• Conducted spirometry to support respiratory assessment and track patient progress.
• Administered medications and started infusions following prescribed treatment plans.
• Performed catheterisations and managed nasogastric feeding safely and correctly.
• Planned and delivered care for groups of patients without supervision.
• Assessed, planned, and implemented evidence-based patient care continuously.
• Completed discharge planning and addressed barriers to timely discharge delivery.
• Liaised with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care effectively.
• Coordinated and delegated tasks to healthcare assistants and student nurses.
• Recorded care accurately in patient notes and care documentation systems.
• Monitored, recorded, and reported symptom changes to guide next actions.
• Measured blood pressure, pulse, and temperature to assess vital signs.
• Maintained a friendly bedside manner to improve patient experiences during difficult periods.
• Carried out wound care, applied dressings, and checked for infection signs.
• Performed emergency CPR when required to save patients' lives.
• Collected blood samples with strong phlebotomy technique and patient reassurance.
• Applied infection control measures to reduce spread of illness.
• Educated patients and families on disease prevention and health maintenance.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during illness and recovery.

• Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to support patient health assessments.
• Built academic experiences through practical application of skills and critical thinking.
• Maintained safe and comfortable environment for patients through regular cleaning and sanitising.
• Helped to administer oral, intramuscular and IV medications.
• Participated in ward rounds, providing updates on patient progress to healthcare professionals.
• Managed patient documentation, accurately recording treatments and responses.
• Utilised equipment safely for patient care as directed by nursing staff.
• Followed plan of care provided by nursing staff to assist patient processes and outcomes.
• Established trust by building rapport with patients' family members.
• Supported patients with mobility, employing lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalised care plans.
• Retrieved medications from pharmacy and delivered to nurse or secured location determined by supervisor.

• Facilitated patient feeding and maintained accurate food chart updates for nutritional tracking.
• Ensured patient hygiene through consistent care task documentation and adherence to standards.
• Provided mouthcare and maintained denture cleanliness to support care standards.
• Organised elimination support using appropriate bedpan and toilet assistance.
• Reduced pressure risk by repositioning patients according to care plans.
• Streamlined bed changing process for occupied and unoccupied rooms to ensure prompt readiness for patient use.
• Coordinated patient observations and ensured timely documentation for handover.
• Escalated patient concerns to the nurse in charge for appropriate action.