Gillian Seage

Experienced senior healthcare professional with more than 40 years in nursing, including a Band 7 Theatre Sister and Coordinator role at St Thomas' Hospital. Skilled in supervising and supporting teams, recognising risks, escalating concerns and protecting dignity and safety. Now seeking a non-registered community care supervisory role, bringing strong transferable hospital leadership experience and a person-centred approach.

Band 7 Theatre Sister / Theatre Coordinator - Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

(2000-10 - 2025-01)

• Coordinated day-to-day activity and staffing in busy theatre services, helping teams deliver safe, responsive patient care.
• Supported colleagues across grades, offered guidance and feedback, and contributed to staff development and performance discussions.
• Recognised and escalated patient-safety risks; promoted clear communication, safe practice and appropriate follow-up.
• Worked closely with patients, clinical teams and other departments to respond sensitively to individual needs and changing priorities.
• Maintained and reviewed accurate operational information, including staff allocation and electronic rosters, in a demanding clinical environment.
• Supported complex surgical services, including plastic reconstructive and ophthalmic theatres, where coordination and careful handovers were essential.

Earlier nursing career - Hospital settings

Earlier nursing career in hospital settings before joining the Trust in 2000. Extensive experience of direct patient care, professional standards and multidisciplinary working.

Nursing qualification (RGN) - [Add training institution]