Saral lovell
chemlsford,essex
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in geriatric nursing and patient care. Proficient in advanced CPR, intravenous therapy, and medication administration, with a strong focus on prioritising patient needs and safeguarding vulnerable adults. Skilled in dementia care, palliative care, and diabetes management, ensuring comprehensive inpatient and outpatient support. Phlebotomy certified and experienced in catheterisation, committed to enhancing the quality of life for elderly patients. Bi-lingual in English and [language], aiming to leverage skills in a dynamic healthcare environment to improve patient outcomes.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with focus on patient-centred care. Delivered high-quality nursing services, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction. Enhanced team collaboration and streamlined care processes, ensuring seamless operations and better health results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Registered nurse
IBSA
chemlsford , Essex
09.2014 - 01.2026
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Championed mental health awareness amongst colleagues; broke down stigma attached to psychiatric illnesses in clinical setting.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Assisted doctors during examinations and procedures, enhanced efficiency.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
- Ensured adequate pain relief for all patients as needed.
- Developed and implemented successful patient care plans.
- Coordinated specialist referrals to assist patients.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Skilfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
- Fostered relationships between nursing teams and patients.
- Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and patient care options.
Registered Nurse - Band 6
Royal Brompton Hospital
south kensington , greater london
11.2011 - 01.2014
- Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards patient wellness.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Participated actively in continuous professional development activities; stayed abreast of latest advancements in healthcare industry.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Took vital signs and treated wounds for doctors.
- Used strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
- Applied wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
- Ensured safe, legal medicines handling and substance control in line with Medicines Act.
- Planned and managed patient care in alignment with hospital standards of care.
- Managed daily caseload, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary team.
- Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualised plans of care to restore and promote patient health and recovery.
- Set appointments for medical care and maintained schedules.
- Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and patient care options.
- Cared for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease coronary artery disease (CAD) and gastrointestinal(GI) bleeds.
- Delivered diagnostics, treatments and rehabilitative support services.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Dr Balabhai Nanavati School of nursing
mumbai ( India)Skills
- Geriatric care knowledge
- Advanced cpr trained
- Intravenous therapy expertise
- Prioritising patient needs
- Geriatric nursing
- Advanced life support
- Phlebotomy certified
- Palliative care knowledge
- Patient care
- Dementia care
- Medication Administration
- Catheterisation
- Phlebotomy
- Diabetes management
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults
- Catheters
- Bi-lingual in English and [language]
Languages
Hindi
Fluent
Timeline
Registered nurse
IBSA
09.2014 - 01.2026
Registered Nurse - Band 6
Royal Brompton Hospital
11.2011 - 01.2014
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Dr Balabhai Nanavati School of nursing