Laser Safety Officer
Sidra Medicine, Qatar
Shiyas Mailakkatu Kandy is a Clinical Nurse Leader at Sidra Medicine, specializing in ENT and materials management. Shiyas is also a Laser Safety Officer. Shiyas has a diverse linguistic background, being proficient in English, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and able to read Arabic.
Shiyas has extensive experience in clinical practice, particularly in pediatric operating theatres at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom. This institution is renowned for its pioneering research in complex pediatric conditions. Shiyas's clinical expertise spans various specialties, including craniofacial surgery, maxillofacial and dental surgery, plastics, hands, ears and cleft surgery, neurosurgery, ENT, urology, renal, and general and neonatal surgical specialties.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, Shiyas has contributed significantly to education. At Great Ormond Street Hospital, Shiyas served as the Practice Educator for scrub staff in main theatres, interventional radiology, and cardiac angiography theatres. This role involved organizing and leading the education and continuous professional development of approximately 120 theatre staff. Shiyas also held the position of honorary lecturer at London South Bank University, teaching modules related to theatre nursing and a specialist theatre course called Degree in Operating Department Practice.
Shiyas's professional nursing license and registration include Qatar Nursing License, UK Nursing Registration, and Indian Nursing Council. Shiyas's commitment to patient safety and adherence to professional standards is evident in the detailed documentation and compliance with local and national regulations
Overall, Shiyas is a highly skilled and dedicated clinical nurse leader with a strong background in pediatric surgery, education, and materials management, making significant contributions to patient care and professional development at Sidra Medicine.