STEPHY SAM
LONDON,ENGLAND
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with over 7 years of clinical experience in oncology nursing, gastroenterology, and hepatology, delivering high-quality direct patient care and clinical management in acute ward settings. Demonstrates strong leadership and supervision skills, effectively coordinating complex care plans and ensuring patient safety through rigorous infection control practices, falls risk assessment, and adherence to clinical guidelines. Highly skilled in managing patients with liver disease, gastrointestinal disorders, and oncology conditions, including advanced monitoring and escalation of care. Adept at critical thinking and decision-making under pressure, with a strong focus on quality assurance, clinical audits, and service improvement. Proven ability to educate and support staff while leading initiatives in resource optimisation and budget management. Committed to compassionate, patient-centred care and patient advocacy, with advanced life support capability and specialised knowledge in gastroenterology, hepatology, and endocrinology
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4056
4056
years of post-secondary education
Work history
JUNIOR SISTER (Band 6)
KINGS COLLEGE HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
04.2023 - 01.2026
- Falls Prevention Champion (Ward Lead) responsible for leading falls prevention strategies and promoting patient safety across the ward.
- Delivered safe, evidence-based, person-centred nursing care across ward and specialty settings.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualised patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Responded effectively to medical emergencies, contributing to stabilising and life-saving interventions.
- Ensured compliance with clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures, participating in audits and quality improvement activities.
- Supported Ward Managers and Modern Matrons in continuous quality improvement and service development initiatives.
- Assisted with staffing allocation, duty rosters, and financial planning to ensure efficient workforce management.
- Acted as assessor and practice supervisor for junior nurses and students, supporting orientation, supervision, and professional development.
- Completed competency assessments within agreed timeframes in line with professional and organisational standards.
- Conducted annual staff appraisals and supported performance management, mandatory training, and development planning.
- Contributed to cost-effective service delivery by adjusting staffing levels and managing resources efficiently.
- Liaised with medical teams and bed managers to optimise bed utilisation and facilitate timely admissions and discharges.
- Promoted effective risk management through accurate incident reporting and implementation of patient and staff safety measures.
- Maintained high standards of patient experience, resolving informal complaints and supporting formal investigations.
- Managed ward stock and clinical supplies, minimising shortages, wastage, and unnecessary expenditure.
- Provided compassionate palliative and end-of-life care, ensuring dignity, comfort, and family-centred support.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical knowledge through continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
- Demonstrated leadership during high-pressure and emergency situations, ensuring effective decision-making and ward coordination
STAFF NURSE (Band 5)
KINGS COLLEGE HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided safe, high-quality, evidence-based nursing care in a medical ward setting using assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Delivered nursing care to patients with gastrointestinal conditions, liver disease, and infectious diseases.
- Maintained a patient-centred approach, prioritising individual needs, preferences, and informed consent.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding treatment plans while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patient choice.
- Maintained accurate and timely clinical documentation, including medication administration records and nursing notes.
- Recognised and escalated deteriorating patients in accordance with NEWS and local escalation protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, intravenous, subcutaneous, and other routes, monitoring patient responses and reporting adverse effects.
- Assisted with clinical procedures including ascites drainage, lumbar puncture, ECGs, blood sampling, nasogastric tube insertion, central line care, catheter care, airway management, stoma care, and wound care.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic and interventional procedures such as OGD, colonoscopy, barium swallow, PET scan, and MRI.
- Competently managed blood and blood product transfusions, enteral feeding, parenteral nutrition, and IV therapies.
- Monitored and provided care for patients transferred from intensive care and those at risk of clinical deterioration.
- Managed patient care from admission to discharge, coordinating referrals to community services including district nursing and therapy teams.
- Completed mandatory training and participated in continuing professional development to maintain clinical competence.
- Identified and reported workplace hazards, incidents, and risks in line with organisational policies.
- Supported and supervised student nurses and healthcare assistants, delegating duties appropriately based on competence and scope of practice.
- Worked collaboratively within the nursing team and multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care.
JUNIOR STAFF NURSE
P.D HINDUJA NATIONAL HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTRE
MUMBAI, INDIA
12.2018 - 02.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilised patients, and supported clinical decision-making for ongoing treatment and escalation.
- Delivered nursing care to patients with cardiac, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and oncology conditions, including heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and complex medical needs.
- Safely administered chemotherapy and supportive oncology treatments in accordance with protocols, monitoring for adverse reactions and complications.
- Administered medications and treatments via multiple routes, including IV therapy, and monitored patient responses in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Monitored patient condition through interpretation of EKG and telemetry, identifying abnormal readings and escalating changes in acuity promptly.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and healthcare teams to assess patients rapidly and deliver timely, appropriate treatment in dynamic clinical environments.
- Maintained accurate and complete clinical documentation, auditing charts and reviewing records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences, verifying treatment plans aligned with clinical goals, and supporting continuity of care.
- Organised and coordinated care for patients undergoing diagnostic tests, therapies, and interventional procedures.
- Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared samples for testing in line with infection control standards.
- Implemented clinical procedures including IV medication administration, catheter insertion, airway management, and wound care.
- Maintained comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients with acute, chronic, and life-limiting conditions.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, prognosis, treatment plans, disease management, medication safety, wound care, and lifestyle modifications.
- Evaluated patient healthcare needs, treatment goals, and available resources, facilitating referrals to appropriate services and providers.
- Participated in nursing simulations, evidence-based practice initiatives, and competency development to support continuous professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Leelabai Thackersey College Of Nursing
Mumbai, India 06.2014 - 05.2018
Liver disease care and management of patients
King's College London
London 09.2022 - 12.2022
Band 6 Leadership Development Programme
First Thought Training
LondonDeveloping Leadership Programme
Royal College Of Nursing
LondonSkills
- Leadership and Supervision
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking and evaluation
- Planning and Coordination
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection Control Measures
- Falls Risk Assessment & Prevention
- Patient Safety & Risk Management
- Clinical Audits & Incident Review
- Staff Education
- Time-management
- Resource optimisation
- Budget management
- Quality Assurance
- Palliative Care
- Initiative taking
- Decision making under pressure
- Aseptic technique
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Gastroenterology expertise
- Blood transfusion administration
Additional Trainings and Professional Courses Attended
- IV cannulation study day
- BLS and ACLS Certification
- Dementia Awareness Training
- End of Life Care
- Pain Management Study Day
- VTE prevention in secondary care
- NEWS2 training
- Violence and management training
- Safeguarding Adult and Children
- Sepsis in Adults
- Quality Improvement training
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training in Learning Disability and Autism
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Registered with:
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Nursing Council Of New Zealand (NCNZ)
-Nursing & Midwifery Council, United Kingdom
-Maharashtra Nursing Council, India
REFERENCES
1. Marvalyn Davis
Ward Manager
RD Lawrence
Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
London, United Kingdom
Contact Number:- 02032994179
Email ID:- marvalyn.davis@nhs.net
2. Phalakshi Manjrekar
Director Of Nursing
P D Hinduja National Hospital & Research Centre
Mumbai, India
Contact Number:- +912224447409
Email ID:- noffice@hindujahospital.com
Affiliations
- Mentoring
- Organising group activities
- Fitness activities
- Team sports
Timeline
JUNIOR SISTER (Band 6)
KINGS COLLEGE HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
04.2023 - 01.2026
Liver disease care and management of patients
King's College London
09.2022 - 12.2022
STAFF NURSE (Band 5)
KINGS COLLEGE HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
02.2021 - 04.2023
JUNIOR STAFF NURSE
P.D HINDUJA NATIONAL HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTRE
12.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Leelabai Thackersey College Of Nursing
06.2014 - 05.2018
Band 6 Leadership Development Programme
First Thought Training
Developing Leadership Programme
Royal College Of Nursing