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Mr. Elwin Masih | Education and Training | Best Researcher Award

Elwin Masih at Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Summary:

Mr. Elwin Masih is an experienced healthcare professional with a diverse background in nursing, healthcare education, and paramedical examinations. He holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Education from Sheffield Hallam University, England, and a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. His extensive education includes advanced courses in infection surveillance and microorganisms and disease, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Professional Practice (Nursing). Mr. Masih has worked in various roles, including Paramedical Examiner for DTC Ltd. in London, Staff Nurse and Team Leader at King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Jeddah, Nurse Anaesthetist at Sheikh Zayed Hospital in Lahore, Charge Nurse at PRCS Paraplegic Centre in Peshawar, and Staff Nurse at United Christian Hospital in Lahore. His professional experience encompasses a wide range of responsibilities from managing wards and conducting paramedical examinations to mentoring students and administering critical care. He is also actively involved in promoting nursing education and healthcare courses through open days, career fairs, and marketing initiatives.

Profile:

Education:

Mr. Elwin Masih holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Education from Sheffield Hallam University, England, graduating in 2017. He earned a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) from the Higher Education Academy, England, in April 2016. Mr. Masih has also completed advanced courses such as Microorganisms and Disease (Level 7) in January 2011 and Healthcare Associated Infection Surveillance (Level 7) in May 2010, both from Inverness College, Scotland. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Professional Practice (Nursing) from the University of Northampton, England, graduating in 2007, and completed a Mentorship and Support for Pre and Post Registration Students course (Degree level) from Luton University, England, in May 2004. Additionally, he completed a Nursing Adaptation Course (Diploma level) at the University of Northampton in December 2002. His earlier education includes a Postgraduate Diploma in Anaesthesiology Nursing from Sheikh Zayed Post Graduate Nursing Academy, Lahore, Pakistan (1990), a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Peshawar University, Peshawar, Pakistan (1988), a Diploma in General Nursing from United Christian Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan (1985), an FSc in Pre-medical from Govt. Ghousia College, Pirmahal, Pakistan (1982), and a Secondary School Certificate from Govt. High School, Sandhilianwali, Pakistan (1980).

Professional Experience:

Mr. Elwin Masih has amassed extensive professional experience in the healthcare sector across various roles and institutions. From April 2007 to May 2008, he served as a Paramedical Examiner (RGN) at DTC Ltd. in London, where he conducted paramedical examinations for insurance companies, which included physical assessments, history taking, and screening for HIV or other immunology disorders, along with venepuncture and saliva sampling. Prior to this, he worked at King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from March 1996 to September 2002, where he progressed from Staff Nurse to Team Leader and Acting Ward Manager in the Surgical Ward. His responsibilities included developing policies, staff appraisals, service monitoring, and patient care, including pre and post-operative care and administering chemotherapy drugs. At Sheikh Zayed Hospital in Lahore, Pakistan, from August 1988 to March 1996, he held the roles of Nurse Anaesthetist and Acting Ward Manager in the ICU, managing critically ill patients, handling anaesthesia, and participating in surgical procedures. Earlier in his career, from November 1986 to August 1988, he was a Charge Nurse at PRCS Paraplegic Centre in Peshawar, focusing on ICU and theatre nursing, and from December 1985 to November 1986, he was a Staff Nurse at United Christian Hospital in Lahore, handling both medical/surgical wards and theatres, and mentoring nursing students. Throughout his career, Mr. Masih has demonstrated expertise in patient care, staff management, and healthcare education.

Research Interests:

Mr. Elwin Masih’s research interests are centered on enhancing healthcare delivery and patient outcomes through innovative practices and evidence-based approaches. His areas of focus include infection control, patient safety, and the implementation of effective healthcare policies and guidelines. He is particularly interested in exploring the impact of advanced nursing practices on patient recovery and the role of continuous education and mentorship in improving healthcare professionals’ competencies. Additionally, Mr. Masih is keen on investigating the integration of technology in healthcare settings to optimize patient monitoring, data management, and overall care quality. His commitment to research aims to contribute to the development of more efficient, safe, and patient-centered healthcare systems.

Skills:

Mr. Elwin Masih possesses a diverse and comprehensive skill set, honed through years of dedicated service in various healthcare settings. His clinical skills include physical assessments, history taking, venepuncture, intravenous medication administration, and insertion of urinary catheters under aseptic techniques. He is adept at managing critically ill patients, handling modern and sophisticated equipment in anaesthesia and ICU settings, and performing endotracheal intubation. His managerial skills are demonstrated in his ability to develop and implement policies and guidelines, conduct staff appraisals, monitor and evaluate service delivery, and act as a ward manager. Additionally, Mr. Masih excels in mentoring and assessing pre-registration students, teaching and assessing Basic Life Support, and participating in recruitment and selection processes. He has also shown proficiency in promoting and marketing healthcare courses, achieving income generation targets, and participating in career fairs and open days to attract and educate prospective students and staff. His skills in communication, patient care, and healthcare training make him a versatile and invaluable asset to any healthcare team.

Awards and Honors:

Mr. Elwin Masih has achieved significant recognition throughout his career. He earned a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) in April 2016, reflecting his commitment to excellence in healthcare education. His academic accomplishments include graduating with an MSc in Healthcare Education from Sheffield Hallam University in 2017 and earning a BSc in Professional Practice (Nursing) from the University of Northampton in 2007. Additionally, Mr. Masih completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Anaesthesiology Nursing from the Sheikh Zayed Post Graduate Nursing Academy in Lahore, Pakistan, in 1990. His dedication to continuous learning and professional development is evident from his completion of advanced courses in Microorganisms and Disease and Healthcare-Associated Infection Surveillance at Inverness College, Scotland. These accolades highlight Mr. Masih’s expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare education and practice.

Publication Top Noted:

Feasibility of using QR code for registration & evaluation of training and its ability to increase response rate – The learners’ perception

  • Author: E.A. Masih
  • Journal: Nurse Education Today
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 111
  • Article Number: 105305
  • Citations: 6
  • Access: Open access

 

Elwin Masih | Education and Training | Best Researcher Award

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