Sarah uBSDELL
Chelmsford ,ESSEX
Summary
Senior Nursing Leader experienced in patient safety, medication management, and team coordination. Delivered high standards of care through effective mentoring and clear communication with patients, families, and clinical teams. Maintained focus on clinical assessment for acutely unwell patients while demonstrating a commitment to patient dignity and an active interest in global issues and diverse cultures.
Overview
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11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sister
Princess Alexandra Hospital
10.2016 - Current
- Responded promptly to patient emergencies, utilising advanced clinical skills to stabilise patients and prevent complications.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring accurate dosing, timing, and adherence to medical guidelines.
- Utilised strong communication skills to liaise with patients' families, offering support and information regarding care plans.
- Acted as a mentor to student nurses, guiding them through clinical placements and fostering their professional growth.
- Trained junior nurses and healthcare assistants, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Assigned training, workshops and seminars for nurses and staff to enhance skills and improve patient care quality, raising healthcare standards.
- Participated in clinical audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to elevate care standards.
- Organised shifts of nurses and staff to enable full coverage for patient care, maintaining systemised schedule.
- Engaged in continuous professional development, keeping abreast of the latest nursing practices and innovations.
Staff Nurse
St Margaret's Hospital
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
- Carefully monitored, recorded and reported changes in patient symptoms to deliver best care practices.
- Communicated with patients and families to inform current condition and treatment options.
- Worked with a consistently positive, friendly bedside manner to enhance patient experiences during difficult times.
- Maintained continued personal development through regular training, maximising nursing capabilities and competence.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen01-2016
Skills
- ALS - Advanced Life Support
- ATACC - Advanced Trauma
- Breathing support Training - Ventilation, NIV, Optiflow and CPAP
- Cannulation and Venepuncture
- Blood interpretation
- ECG interpretation
- Radiology requesting and interpretation
- Massive blood loss and Transfusion competencies
- Isolation and Identification
- Infection Prevention Control
- Adult Safeguarding Level 3
- Spinal Immobilisation
- PGD prescribing
- Manchester Triage Training
- Mayor Incident Training
- Transfer of patients to other acute inpatient units
- Suturing and Plastering Course
- Mentorship & Practice Assessor Course
- Record keeping and confidentiality
- Shift work
- Mental Health & Learning Disability
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Senior Sister
Princess Alexandra Hospital
10.2016 - Current
Staff Nurse
St Margaret's Hospital
04.2016 - 10.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing
Robert Gordon University