Grace Aidoo
Essex
Summary
I am an accomplished professional with expertise in leadership, service improvement, and quality improvement operational strategies. I have successfully led sustainability initiatives and improved patient flow and clinic efficiency. I possess expertise in FGM safeguarding, education, and training, with a strong emphasis on promoting service excellence. I am dedicated to fostering continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Ward Manager
Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust
London, UK
2022.10 - Current
- Senior clinical leader with extensive experience across midwifery, nursing, and health visiting.
- Expert in FGM safeguarding, workforce leadership, and service transformation.
- Proven record of improving safety, quality, and patient experience.
- Operational and clinical leadership of multidisciplinary teams
- Led sustainability and service improvement initiatives recognised at organisational level
- Improved patient flow and clinic efficiency
Maternity Triage Coordinator
North Middlesex University Hospital
London, UK
2020.03 - 2023.10
- Led BSOTS implementation and staff training
- Improved risk assessment and patient prioritisation
- Enhanced staff confidence and governance processes
- Handled administrative tasks, freeing up time for senior staff members.
- Worked with various departments to facilitate strategic planning.
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse
London Borough of Newham
London, UK
2015.02 - 2022.03
- Roll-out of the Healthy child program
- Led immunisation improvement campaign
- Supported vulnerable families and safeguarding
- Promoted breastfeeding and public health initiatives.
- Conducted health needs assessments for children aged 0-19 and their families.
- Early implementation plan and intervention programme.
Midwife/ Labour Ward Coordinator
North Middlesex University Hospital
London, UK
2005.01 - 2018.12
- Coordinated complex maternity care
- Led shift management and escalation
- Mentored staff and students
- Improved workflow efficiency with thorough process analysis.
- Maintained up-to-date industry knowledge through continuous professional development.
- Streamlined operational procedures with innovative system improvements
- Administered medications, resulting in effective pain management during labour.
- Provided emotional support for reduced stress during labour.
- Conducted antenatal classes to help patients make informed decisions about their birth plans.
- Developed individualised care plans by thoroughly assessing the needs and concerns of my patients.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Non Medical Prescribing
University of Greenwich
London, England 2025.02 - 2025.10
Master of Business Administration - Health and Social Care
Anglia Ruskin University
London 2023.09 - 2025.07
Bachelor of Science - Specialist Community Public Health Nursing
London South Bank University
London, England 2014.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Science - Contemporary Evidence Based Nursing
University of West London
London, England 2012.02 - 2013.11
Skills
- Leadership
- Service Improvement
- FGM Safeguarding
- Education & Training
- Quality Improvement Operational
- Led sustainability and service improvement initiative
- Improved patient flow and clinic efficiency
Affiliations
- Charity work, Travelling, Cooking
Timeline
Postgraduate Certificate - Non Medical Prescribing
University of Greenwich
2025.02 - 2025.10
Master of Business Administration - Health and Social Care
Anglia Ruskin University
2023.09 - 2025.07
Ward Manager
Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust
2022.10 - Current
Maternity Triage Coordinator
North Middlesex University Hospital
2020.03 - 2023.10
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse
London Borough of Newham
2015.02 - 2022.03
Bachelor of Science - Specialist Community Public Health Nursing
London South Bank University
2014.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Science - Contemporary Evidence Based Nursing
University of West London
2012.02 - 2013.11
Midwife/ Labour Ward Coordinator
North Middlesex University Hospital
2005.01 - 2018.12