Summary
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ADDITIONAL TRAINING & COURSES
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Shaminah Ngoma

London

Summary

Experienced nursing professional with expertise in acute and critical care, emergency assessment, and ventilator management. Demonstrates strong leadership in shift coordination and excels in multidisciplinary teamwork. Proficient in clinical documentation and digital systems, with a focus on patient and family communication. Committed to teaching, mentoring, and providing clinical support, with a keen interest in global health and tropical medicine.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Coordinating Nurse

International SOS
London
2023.01 - Current
  • Conduct remote clinical assessments and triage to determine patient needs and appropriate care pathways
  • Coordinate global medical evacuations and repatriations
  • Liaise with international hospitals and clinicians
  • Provide clinical guidance to non‑medical staff and clients, facilitating informed decision-making and care delivery
  • Monitor patient progress and ensure continuity of care through regular updates and intervention planning
  • Conduct medical triage and clinical assessments via telephone and digital platforms
  • Coordinate medical evacuations, repatriations, and patient movements worldwide
  • Provide clinical guidance to non‑medical staff, clients, and corporate partners
  • Monitor patient progress and deliver timely updates to stakeholders
  • Ensure decisions align with organisational protocols and international standards

Volunteer Operations Manager

Gifted & Talented Foundation Africa
London
2011.08 - Current

Facilitated smooth running of events by coordinating all logistical elements.

  • Facilitated venue sourcing, staffing, and backstage coordination for events, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Coordinated planning and delivery of charity showcases and galas, enhancing community engagement.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless execution of events.
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of services.
  • Sourced suitable entertainment options, creating memorable experiences for attendees.
  • Developed website updates, social media content, and fundraising ideas, increasing visibility and support for initiatives.

Staff Nurse

St Thomas Hospital
London
2020.09 - 2022.12
  • Manage high‑risk patients using advanced digital monitoring systems.
  • Operated ventilators and feeding tubes in critical care settings
  • Monitored and evaluated patient progress to inform care adjustments
  • Identified and reported changes in clinical condition to optimise patient outcomes
  • Assisted doctors with assessments and treatments, contributing to effective patient care
  • Produce clear, concise documentation for complex and deteriorating patients.
  • Communicated updates to patients and families regarding care plans

Senior Staff Nurse

St Thomas Hospital
London
2018.06 - 2020.09
  • Delivered rapid assessment and emergency interventions for patients with diverse and complex needs.
  • Provided high‑quality care in dynamic, unpredictable environment.
  • Led clinical areas during shifts, demonstrating autonomy, accountability, and strong decision‑making.
  • Managed challenging situations with professionalism and sensitivity.
  • Built positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient flow.
  • Supported junior staff through supervision, guidance, and role‑modelling.

Junior Sister

Heartlands Hospital
Birmingham
2011.09 - 2018.05
  • Delivered full nursing care cycles including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Supported Sister/Charge Nurse in establishing, upholding, and auditing clinical standards.
  • Served as clinical role model, fostering nursing skill development within team.
  • Maintained safe, clean, and organised clinical environment to enhance patient care.
  • Maintained accurate written and digital patient records.
  • Provided emotional and behavioural support to patients with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Delegated tasks effectively while practising within professional limitations.

Education

Diploma - Tropical Nursing

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
London
2019.09 - 01/2020

Diploma - Nursing (Adult)

Birmingham City University
Birmingham
2008.09 - 08/2011

Skills

  • Acute and critical care nursing
  • Emergency assessment and triage
  • Ventilator and life-support management
  • Clinical documentation and digital systems
  • Patient and family communication
  • Leadership and shift coordination
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Risk management and safeguarding
  • Teaching, mentoring, and clinical support
  • Global health and tropical medicine

ADDITIONAL TRAINING & COURSES

  • Emergency Obstetric & Newborn Care (EOC&NC) – Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (Feb 2020) Training in life‑saving obstetric and neonatal care in low‑resource settings.
  • Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP) – Birmingham City University (Feb–Jul 2017) 13‑week course including placement as a student mentor.
  • Fundamentals of Emergency Nursing Practice – Staffordshire University (Sep 2016 – Nov 2017) Module completed through workplace learning, including presentation and portfolio assessment.

LANGUAGES

English
Native
Lusoga
Native
Luganda
Native

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Coordinating Nurse

International SOS
2023.01 - Current

Staff Nurse

St Thomas Hospital
2020.09 - 2022.12

Diploma - Tropical Nursing

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
2019.09 - 01/2020

Senior Staff Nurse

St Thomas Hospital
2018.06 - 2020.09

Junior Sister

Heartlands Hospital
2011.09 - 2018.05

Volunteer Operations Manager

Gifted & Talented Foundation Africa
2011.08 - Current

Diploma - Nursing (Adult)

Birmingham City University
2008.09 - 08/2011
Shaminah Ngoma