Registered Intensive Care Nurse
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Dedicated ICU Registered Nurse with 25+ years of critical care experience and current STCW certification. Proven ability to work autonomously in high-pressure, resource-limited environments managing medical emergencies, trauma, cardiac, and respiratory patients. Experienced in primary assessment, IV therapy, life support, infection control, and patient education for diverse adult populations.
Seeking to apply advanced clinical skills and calm decision-making to the Staff Nurse role within a reputable Cruise Ship Line.
Intensive Care Nurse at St Bernards Hospital, Gibraltar Health Authority (2026-04 – Present)
Delivery of highly specialised clinical and technical care within an ever challenging clinical environment, using specialised equipment and resources safely and economically, providing holistic nursing care for the critically ill patient and emotional support for their families. Managing a high turnover from the Cath Lab of patients post angiogram after presenting with STEMI or NSTEMI
Critical Care Nurse at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital (2022-04 – 2026-03)
Provided autonomous care to critically ill patients in multi-organ failure, post-cardiac surgery, trauma, and sepsis with minimal on-site support. Managed advanced life support equipment including ventilators, cardiac monitors, and CVVHDF. Administered complex IV infusions and responded to cardiac/respiratory emergencies including CPR and supporting and monitoring critically ill patients who needed to be evacuated from the small island of Bermuda for further specialist care in Miami, Boston, Toronto etc.
Educated patients and families, and acted as advocate in culturally diverse environment. Maintained accurate documentation and ensured infection control compliance
Lead Nurse at Collinson COVID Testing Centre, Stansted Airport (2021-07 – 2022-03)
Led airport medical testing team ensuring compliance with Department of Health protocols. Trained staff in swabbing techniques, PPE, and interpretation of antigen/PCR results. Provided health advice and support to passengers, including isolation guidance. Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, public-facing healthcare environment
Critical Care Nurse at St Bernard's Hospital, Gibraltar Health Authority (2020-12 – 2021-06)
Managed COVID-19, acute respiratory failure, and post-op patients during pandemic. Operated ventilators, haemofiltration machines, and invasive monitoring. Supported families and communicated complex medical information clearly
Intensive Care Nurse Band 6 at NHS Trusts via Care-Bridge & Team 24 Agency (2013 – 2020)
Bank staff across 8+ London ICU/CCU units including Kings, Royal Brompton, Barts, Royal Free, Queensquare. Experienced in cardiac, liver, and general ICU with full scope of critical care interventions
Specialist Nurse Organ Donation Band 7 at NHS Blood & Transplant (2009 – 2013)
Coordinated emergency referrals across 7 hospitals, liaised with multidisciplinary teams. Provided sensitive family support and crisis communication
Rheumatology Specialist Nurse at Barnet & Chase Farm Hospital (2008 – 2009)
Lead Nurse for the day to day running of the Rheumatology Clinic. Review of patients on biologicals and those receiving infusions like rituximab and infliximab for aggressive Rheumatology conditions like vasculitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis
Critical Care Outreach Sister at Barnet & Chase Farm Hospital (2003 – 2008)
A teaching role where I was the key figure to build an intensive care without walls. Teaching and training ward nurses on skills to be competent and confident to care for a deteriorating patient and post intensive care patients
BSc (Hons) in Nursing Studies – University of Derby (2021 – 2021)
MA in Healthcare Law & Ethics – Middlesex University (2008 – 2008)
ENB 100 in Intensive Care Nursing – Kings College London (2000 – 2000)
Diploma in General Nursing – Mpilo School of Nursing (1986 – 1986)