Hi, I’m
Katie Whittlesea
Sevenoaks,Kent
Summary
Accomplished critical care nursing professional with extensive experience in fast-paced emergency settings. Compassionate and committed to raising patient care quality through diligent assessment, monitoring, and support. Enhanced treatment continuity through collaborative teamwork. Highly determined and tenacious individual always willing to undertake new challenges. High-energy professional who excels in exceptional organisation skills.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dartford and Gravesham NHS TrustDartford, Kent
Intensive Care Nurse
09.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Kept accurate, complete records of care in alignment with charting and privacy protocols.
- Identified patient deterioration through diligent observations.
- Informed patients and relatives of treatment plans and expected outcomes.
- Administered, stored and handled medication within outlined regulations.
Dartford and Gravesham NHS TrustDartford, Kent
Paediatric Staff Nurse
04.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Evaluated paediatric patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Analysed patient data to facilitate accurate assessment of treatment outcomes.
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustLondon
Paediatric Rotation Staff Nurse
09.2018 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Worked in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Council guidelines.
- Checked paediatric patient vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities for intervention.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge in latest nursing techniques and best practices for high quality care.
- Facilitated positive treatment outcome by constantly monitoring effectiveness and re-evaluating programmes of care.
Highview Oast Care HomeAsh, Kent
Health Care Assistant
03.2017 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Became skilled in various documentation and confidentiality
- Highly competent in providing dignity and respect
- Accomplished in caring for vulnerable adults
Superior Healthcare GroupWhitstable, Kent
Agency Health Care Assistant
10.2016 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Worked with Challenging Behaviour, Learning Disabilities, Deaf & Blind, Autism, Adults, Dementia, Supervised Living, Young Adults, Children with Complex Care Needs
- Trained in Epilepsy & Tracheostomy Care and Continuing Care for Children in the community
Nurse PlusCanterbury, Kent
Agency Health Care Assistant
09.2016 - 03.2017
Job overview
- 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.
Swanley BakerySwanley, Kent
Bakery Catering Assistant
02.2012 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Operated cash register to quickly process sales, maintaining excellent customer service levels.
- Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
Education
Greenwich UniversityEltham, Greenwich
Bachelor of Science from Adult Nursing Add On Nursing Registration
04.2021 - 08.2023
Canterbury Christ Church UniversityCanterbury
Bachelor of Science from Child Nursing
09.2014 - 09.2018
Knole AcademySevenoaks
A-Levels & GCSES from Geography (B), Travel & Tourism (B) and History (D)
09.2007 - 07.2014
Skills
- Advanced Life Support
- Health assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- Excellent telephone and email etiquette
- Detail-orientated
Timeline
Greenwich University
Bachelor of Science from Adult Nursing Add On Nursing Registration
04.2021 - 08.2023
Intensive Care Nurse
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
09.2020 - Current
Paediatric Staff Nurse
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
04.2020 - 09.2020
Paediatric Rotation Staff Nurse
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
09.2018 - 04.2020
Health Care Assistant
Highview Oast Care Home
03.2017 - 09.2018
Agency Health Care Assistant
Superior Healthcare Group
10.2016 - 03.2017
Agency Health Care Assistant
Nurse Plus
09.2016 - 03.2017
Canterbury Christ Church University
Bachelor of Science from Child Nursing
09.2014 - 09.2018
Bakery Catering Assistant
Swanley Bakery
02.2012 - 09.2014
Knole Academy
A-Levels & GCSES from Geography (B), Travel & Tourism (B) and History (D)
09.2007 - 07.2014
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