About

I am a Senior Lecturer of Higher Education in Adult Nursing as well as a Registered Nurse who still practices clinically.

As a Registered Nurse, I have a background of working in Emergency Medicine (A&E), the Ambulance Service, as a Specialist Nurse and as a Ward Leader. I also do event nursing for St Johns.

Prior to entering the nursing profession I gained qualifications in law and work in politics.

Teaching responsibilities

I am the Module Lead for Module 1.1 Introduction to Nursing as well as teaching on modules across year two, three and the MSc programme.

As module lead, I am part of the team that builds the foundations that will cement you with all the skills and knowledge you need to become a competent and capable nurse who has the ability to practice safely and effectively.

In addition to teaching, I am the Personal Tutor and Academic Assessor for several student nurses where I provide pastoral support during their time at the University of Derby.

Professional interests

My interests are around Law and Ethics, Healthcare of the Elderly, Parkinson’s Disease and Leading & Innovating Change in healthcare settings.

Membership of professional bodies

• Nursing and Midwifery Council

Qualifications

• DipHe in Legal Studies - University of Derby
• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) - Sheffield Hallam University
• MSc Leading & Innovating Practice (completing) - Nottingham Trent University

Experience in industry

• Patient Flow Co-ordination
• Emergency Department Nurse
• Clinical Assessor in the Ambulance Service
• Specialist Nurse in Complex Discharges
• Ward Leader on Parkinson’s Disease and Sub- acute Rehab Ward
• Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing
• Module Leadership

Additional interests and activities

I have additional interests in photography and running which helps to build my resilience in nursing practice.