Katie Dransfield

I am a qualified Paediatric Nurse with over six years of extensive experience in medical settings, including both general paediatrics and emergency medicine. After building a solid foundation in general paediatrics, I decided to specialise in paediatric emergency medicine for three years, further enhancing my clinical and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments. My NHS career began prior to my qualification in September 2019, working as a Healthcare Assistant in community hospital settings at both Ludlow and Bishops Castle Hospitals, which provided me with invaluable early exposure to patient care as well as providing with a good knowledge of adult medicine.

I am a passionate and dedicated individual and nurse committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. I have excellent communication skills that enable me to build effective relationships with patients, families, and carers, as well as work efficiently within multidisciplinary teams. I possess a broad range of nursing skills including cannulation training; medication administration (oral and intravenously); as well as many others.

I have vast clinical experience, which gives me the confidence to work independently while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for those in my care.

Band 6 Paediatric Charge Nurse - Princess Royal Hospital, SATH

(2025-07)

• Nurse in charge on shift, co ordinating care for acutely unwell children with a range of different medical needs across the children's ward, assessment unit and oncology ward.
• Carrying out detailed assessments of patients, administering medication and monitoring patients progress to ensure early escalation of unwell children.
• Supporting junior members of staff and students throughout their training.
• Clear and concise documentation of medical findings/care decisions in line with legal and regulatory standards.

Band 6 Paediatric ED Nurse - Royal Free Hospital

(2024-03 - 2025-07)

• Act as nurse-in-charge, overseeing departmental flow, allocating staff, and ensuring safe and effective care delivery throughout the paediatric emergency department.
• Supporting new staff and students, contributing to a positive and safe learning environment.
• Provided emotional support to children and families in high-stress situations, ensuring clear, compassionate communication throughout the care journey.
• Escalated deteriorating patients promptly and contributed to resuscitation and trauma calls.

Band 5 Paediatric ED Nurse - Royal Free Hospital

(2022-04 - 2024-03)

• Work within a high-pressure A&E environment, assessing and triaging paediatric patients with acute and chronic conditions, using the Manchester triage system.
• Performed clinical observations, cannulation, medication administration (including emergency drugs), and wound care procedures in line with Trust policies.
• Continued to gain experience in safeguarding, child protection, and dealing with vulnerable service users.
• Working alongside other services such as the police and LAS (London ambulance service).
• Maintained up to date and accurate documentation, including clinical notes, safeguarding concerns and procedural notes using electronic systems such as Cerner.

Band 5 Paediatric Nurse - Arrowe Park Hospital (WUTH)

(2019-10 - 2022-03)

• Delivered high-quality, holistic nursing care to children and young people (0–18 years) with a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Undertook comprehensive nursing assessments, developed and implemented individualised care plans, and evaluated patient progress in collaboration with families and the wider team.
• Participated in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, and discharge planning to ensure continuity and safety of care.

Health Care assistant - Bishops Castle and Ludlow community Hospital

(2015 - 2016)

• Supported the nursing team with personal care, mobility, and emotional support for patients with long-term conditions and rehabilitation needs.
• Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, toileting, and pressure area care, ensuring patient dignity and comfort.

Nursing degree - University of Chester (2016-09 - 2019-09)

A Levels - Newtown High School

GCSEs - Newtown High School