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Role Players 2024


Capt. Sandhya Shankar Pandey

Chief of Nursing
Fortis Healthcare Limited

Capt. Sandhya, as the group head of Nursing Services at Fortis Healthcare Ltd, is a dedicated and accomplished healthcare professional with a profound background in military training that has significantly influenced her nursing career. Holding the role of a postgraduate public health nurse, she is also a Principal Assessor and faculty at the National Accreditation Board of Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH), NABH Digital Health Standards and NABH Nursing Excellence, Quality Council of India (QCI).

Rooted in her military service, Capt. Sandhya brings a distinctive skill set to healthcare, excelling in problem-solving and decision-making. Her leadership is marked by an ability to inspire and motivate others, fostering collaboration that enhances patient outcomes. In challenging situations, she remains composed and resilient, embodying the ethos of a disciplined leader.

Her commendable participation at 92 BH, Srinagar during the Kargil War earned her the Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card, alongside multiple professional accolades. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Capt. Sandhya's efficiency and leadership have been instrumental in elevating the status of nurses within the organization. Through strategic guidance and hands-on management, nursing emerged as a pillar of strength, gaining well-deserved recognition as an essential and resilient force during pandemics.

Beyond her workplace, Capt. Sandhya actively contributes to nursing projects at DGHS, MoHFW, and takes pride in being selected for the "Leadership for Change," the flagship program of the International Council of Nurses, facilitated by the INC.

In summary, Capt. Sandhya is an exemplary nurse leader with a disciplined military bearing, passionate about leading nurses to new heights. Her leadership qualities make her an invaluable asset to any healthcare team, setting a high standard for excellence.