Sajida Rafi

I completed the Adult Nursing degree and graduated in April 2026, bringing extensive prior professional experience across international organizations before transitioning into a Band 5 Registered Nurse role. Demonstrates strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills, alongside a proven ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced clinical environments. Passionate about delivering safe, compassionate and evidence-based care, with a strong commitment to continuous professional development.

Student Nurse - Adult Nursing Placements - Various NHS Trusts - Manor Hospital, Walsall

(2026-04)

Clinical placements in surgical wards, medical wards, community nursing, acute medical unit (AMU) and GP Practice, Gynecology outpatients unit, and sexual health clinic. Competent in vital signs, medication rounds (supervised), wound assessment, NEWS2, fluid balance, pressure ulcer prevention, and holistic patient care.

• Performed patient observations, NEWS2 scoring, and escalation using SBARD
• Assisted with personal care, mobility support, nutritional assessments, and hydration
• Supported medication administration under supervision (oral, subcutaneous, topical)
• Completed wound dressings, pressure area care, catheter care, and infection control procedures
• Assisted in admissions, discharges, and patient documentation
• Communicated effectively with MDT to ensure safe and coordinated care
• Applied patient safety principles including PSIRF, safeguarding, and risk prevention

Freelance Interpreter - Global Translation Services - Birmingham, England

(2017-01 - 2018-12)

Provided freelance interpretation services between Pashto, Dari, Urdo and English, ensuring accurate and confidential communication across professional and community settings.

Communications Assistant - UNICEF Office - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2010-07 - 2013-03)

Administrative/HR Assistant - UNICEF Office - Jalalabad, Afghanistan

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

Admin/HR Assistant - USAID DAI/ASMED Project - Afghanistan

(2007-01 - 2008-12)

Office/Admin Assistant - GTZ IS PAL - Afghanistan

(2004-01 - 2007-12)

Translator & Gender Officer - GTZ IS PAL - Afghanistan

(2004-01 - 2004-12)

English Language Teacher - AGEF Organisation - Afghanistan

(2003-01 - 2004-12)

Program Organiser & Translator - BRAC Organisation - Afghanistan

(2004-01 - 2004-12)

BSc (Hons) - Adult Nursing - University of Wolverhampton (2026-04)