Sharon Summerson-Watson
Corfe Mullen,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished Healthcare Professional experienced in strategic service development, regulatory compliance, and clinical governance. Delivered quality improvement through effective commissioning frameworks, workforce planning, and policy development while leading stakeholder engagement and multidisciplinary team leadership in paediatric complex care. Committed to enhancing children's comfort and safety while driving innovation in healthcare services.
Overview
1
1
Certification
35
35
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience
Work history
Clinical Nurse Facilitator (Children's Services)
DiverseAbilities Dorset Disability Charity
Poole, Dorset
2023.09 - 2026.05
- Lead clinical educator for the Children's Team, delivering training in respiratory care, feeding and digestion, neurology, medication administration and BLS.
- Designed full training packages including slides, workbooks, assessments and a comprehensive clinical workbook used as a standardised competency guide.
- Provided leadership presence across services through supervision, conducting spot checks, and offering direct clinical support.
- Introduced monthly clinical insight updates to enhance reflective practice and promote continuous improvement.
- Strengthened governance by developing policies, conducting risk assessments, and engaging with CQC and Ofsted.
Clinical Nurse Manager – Paediatric Service Development
Yorkshire Community Healthcare
Poole, Dorset
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Led the development and mobilisation of a new paediatric service across the south coast.
- Secured service growth through completion of CCG frameworks, tenders, and contract negotiations.
- Ensured full CQC compliance through audits, evidence management and alignment with KLOEs.
- Directed clinical leadership activities, ensuring effective supervision, appraisals, shadow shifts, and competency sign-offs.
- Developed care plans, risk assessments and clinical protocols to establish safe operational foundations.
- Introduced Care Café model and developed online clinical training resources to enhance staff development.
Paediatric Clinical Nurse Manager
Sugarman Health & Wellbeing
Poole, Dorset
2020.08 - 2022.11
- Oversaw paediatric complex care packages across Dorset, ensuring clinical safety and regulatory compliance while maintaining stability for vulnerable patients.
- Collaborated with MDT teams to design and commission care packages, contributing to effective resource allocation and tailored patient support.
- Led training and assessed competency of carers in delivering complex clinical tasks, enhancing care standards and supporting staff development.
- Delivered Manual Handling and BLS training across the service.
Senior Team Nurse (Leadership & Education)
Julia's House Children's Hospice
Corfe Mullen, Dorset
2008.09 - 2020.08
- Provided specialist leadership in respiratory care, focusing on tracheostomy and ventilator management.
- Directed volunteer coordination and staff development activities to foster a skilled and engaged workforce.
- Mentored students and acted as a sign-off mentor for Bournemouth University.
- Contributed to neurology teaching and facilitated cross-team skill development to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Supported implementation of the Cross Care IT system to streamline documentation and service efficiency.
- Led hospice sessions and coordinated overnight respite services to enhance patient care and support for families.
Care Coordinator
Clinovia Home Health Care
Harlow, Essex
2005.05 - 2007.08
- Led paediatric complex care packages involving tracheostomy ventilation.
- Delivered clinical supervision, ensuring training compliance to maintain high standards of care.
- Supervised 11 healthcare support workers, facilitating monthly meetings to enhance team communication and collaboration.
- Created rotas and produced weekly/monthly reports for Primary Care Trust, supporting operational efficiency and resource allocation.
Paediatric Bank Nurse
Poole Hospital Children's Unit
Poole, Dorset
2003.08 - 2005.11
- Prepared children for theatre, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures while delivering pre-operative and post-operative care.
- Practised IV and venesection techniques to maintain proficiency, enhancing patient care quality through effective venous access.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
Staff Nurse – Paediatric Outpatients
Southampton Hospital
Southampton
2004.01 - 2004.06
- Conducted sweat tests, lung function tests, and allergy skin-prick testing to support accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Created a child-friendly environment for venesection in the Butterfly Room, enhancing patient comfort and reducing anxiety during procedures.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
Staff Nurse / Senior Staff Nurse
St George's Hospital
Tooting, London
2001.10 - 2004.06
- Delivered care including chest drains, wound care and IV administration.
- Coordinated theatre lists and admissions on Nicholls Children's Surgical Ward, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal scheduling.
- Conducted benchmarking and auditing across wards to evaluate care standards and identify areas for improvement.
- Achieved E-grade position in 2002, assuming additional responsibilities and enhancing ward operations.
- Created a play-link nurse role and developed child-friendly admission packs.
Paediatric Bank Nurse
BMI Harbour Hospital
Poole, Dorset
2003.01 - 2003.11
- Coordinated admissions-to-recovery oversight as sole paediatric nurse, ensuring comprehensive care for patients.
- Revised paediatric policies and documentation, enhancing compliance and clarity for clinical staff.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Resilience-Based Clinical Supervision Facilitator
Foundation of Nursing Studies
Poole, Dorset 2026.01 - 2026.02
Certificate of Higher Education - Train the Trainer – Basic Life Support
Resuscitation Council
Poole, Dorset 2024.01 - 2024.04
MA - Practice
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth, England 2021.07 - 2022.09
Postgraduate Diploma Education in Practice - Education
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth, England 2018.09 - 2020.07
Postgraduate Certificate Education in Practice - Education
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth, England 2016.09 - 2017.07
CTTLS - Certificate in Teaching in Lifelong Learning
Poole and Bournemouth College
Poole, Dorset 2013.01 - 2013.04
PLLS - Preparation in Teaching Lifelong Learning
Poole and Bournemouth College
Poole, Dorset 2012.01 - 2012.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Learning & Assessing in Practice Environment
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth, England 2010.01 - 2010.04
First Line Certificate - Leadership & Management
Poole and Bournemouth College
Poole, Dorset 2006.01 - 2006.04
Diploma - Paediatric Nursing
Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames 1997.09 - 2021.07
GNVQ Health & Social Care - Intermediate & Advanced
Corfe Hills School
Poole, Dorset 1994.09 - 1997.07
GCSEs - Maths, English, Double Science
Corfe Hills School
Poole, Dorset 1991.09 - 1994.07
Skills
- Paediatric complex care expertise
- Paediatric care
- Palliative Care
- Symptom management
- Medication management
- Complex case management
- Home healthcare experience
- Quality assurance
- Service development
- Change management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Clinical education
- Leadership
Certification
- NMC Registration: Sub-Part 1 RNC (Children)
- NMC Teacher Registration
- RCN Membership No: 1357180
Professional Interests
- Paediatric service development
- Clinical governance and regulatory compliance
- Workforce capability and education
- Respiratory care, tracheostomy and ventilation
- Digital transformation in clinical services
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Resilience-Based Clinical Supervision Facilitator
Foundation of Nursing Studies
2026.01 - 2026.02
Certificate of Higher Education - Train the Trainer – Basic Life Support
Resuscitation Council
2024.01 - 2024.04
Clinical Nurse Facilitator (Children's Services)
DiverseAbilities Dorset Disability Charity
2023.09 - 2026.05
Clinical Nurse Manager – Paediatric Service Development
Yorkshire Community Healthcare
2022.11 - 2023.05
MA - Practice
Bournemouth University
2021.07 - 2022.09
Paediatric Clinical Nurse Manager
Sugarman Health & Wellbeing
2020.08 - 2022.11
Postgraduate Diploma Education in Practice - Education
Bournemouth University
2018.09 - 2020.07
Postgraduate Certificate Education in Practice - Education
Bournemouth University
2016.09 - 2017.07
CTTLS - Certificate in Teaching in Lifelong Learning
Poole and Bournemouth College
2013.01 - 2013.04
PLLS - Preparation in Teaching Lifelong Learning
Poole and Bournemouth College
2012.01 - 2012.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Learning & Assessing in Practice Environment
Bournemouth University
2010.01 - 2010.04
Senior Team Nurse (Leadership & Education)
Julia's House Children's Hospice
2008.09 - 2020.08
First Line Certificate - Leadership & Management
Poole and Bournemouth College
2006.01 - 2006.04
Care Coordinator
Clinovia Home Health Care
2005.05 - 2007.08
Staff Nurse – Paediatric Outpatients
Southampton Hospital
2004.01 - 2004.06
Paediatric Bank Nurse
Poole Hospital Children's Unit
2003.08 - 2005.11
Paediatric Bank Nurse
BMI Harbour Hospital
2003.01 - 2003.11
Staff Nurse / Senior Staff Nurse
St George's Hospital
2001.10 - 2004.06
Diploma - Paediatric Nursing
Kingston University
1997.09 - 2021.07
GNVQ Health & Social Care - Intermediate & Advanced
Corfe Hills School
1994.09 - 1997.07
GCSEs - Maths, English, Double Science
Corfe Hills School
1991.09 - 1994.07