Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Uvita is a highly experienced and compassionate carer and qualified nurse with over two decades of experience spanning NHS nursing, nursing home care, and live-in care for elderly clients. She holds a BSc in Psychology, a Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has completed a Return to Adult Nursing course, bringing a uniquely holistic and person-centred approach to every care setting. Uvita is passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals through their health and social care journeys, combining strong clinical skills with warmth, professionalism, and genuine empathy.
Self-Employed
Author·Aug 2014 – Present
Uvita has worked as a self-employed author, researching and writing on subject matter of value to a broad readership. She published a fiction novel, drawing on non-fiction experiences, aimed at both children and adults.
Elder
Self-Employed Live-in Carer·Feb 2026 – Jun 2026
Uvita provided live-in care for elderly clients in their home, assisting with basic care needs, medication prompts, and food shopping. She also supported clients with visits to community outings, promoting independence and social engagement.
HC-One
Nurse in Charge·Nov 2021 – 2024
In this senior nursing role, Uvita was responsible for administering medication, leading a team of carers and senior carers, and delivering person-centred care planning for residents, including those living with dementia. She also assessed and implemented wound care plans and liaised with multidisciplinary teams including Occupational Therapists and District Nurses.
HC-One
Temporary Deputy Manager·Mar 2023 – Jun 2023
Acting as Deputy Manager, Uvita coordinated between departments to ensure seamless service delivery, managed staff rotas, and trained new employees. She supported the home manager and liaised with multidisciplinary professionals including GPs, FNC professionals, Occupational Therapists, and District Nurses to uphold high standards of care.
Royal London Hospital
Staff Nurse·Jul 2008 – Sep 2011
As a Staff Nurse at the Royal London Hospital, Uvita cared for patients with a range of physical and mental health conditions, administering medication and monitoring vital signs. She prepared patient notes for doctors and worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality patient care.
City University
Return To Adult Nursing Course·2022 – 2022
University of East London
BSc (Hons)·2011 – 2014
Queen Mary University (Chrysalis)
Diploma·2010 – 2012
City University
Diploma·2005 – 2008
College of Northeast London
Level 2·1999 – 2000
Newham College
GNVQ Advanced·1997 – 1999
St. Paul's Way School
GCSEs·1993 – 1997
NCFE Level 2 in Digital Promotion for Business (Successful Mums Career Academy, 2021)
Pitman Training Certificate – customer care, computer skills and business communication (2002–2003)
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Uvita if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Uvita's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
Royal London Hospital
Administrator·Mar 2003 – Dec 2004
Uvita provided administrative support within the hospital, managing patient telephone calls, booking appointments using the PAS system, and preparing patient notes for medical staff. She also handled filing, photocopying, and liaised with team members to monitor patient attendance.
TNT/Compaq
Collect Controller·Sep 2000 – Jul 2001
In this role, Uvita handled inbound telephone queries, inputted data, and liaised with collection drivers and team leaders to coordinate operations. She also addressed computer-related queries as part of her day-to-day responsibilities.
The Marketing Firm
Sales Representative·Dec 1999 – Sep 2000
Uvita engaged potential customers regarding the company's services, recorded details of interested leads, and followed up on customer enquiries. She also trained new employees and participated in weekly meetings, contributing to the overall performance of the sales team.
BPS registration eligibility (BSc Psychology)
Registration with the Counselling Society