Reasons for becoming a Governor
Throughout my career I have asked questions about why certain process was fullered and as I grew in my nursing career, I developed the skills to provide constructive challenge to difficult situations. Since commencing at Liverpool Women’s Hospital I hope that all staff find me to be accessible, open and transparent as the Head of Safeguarding. I am supportive and recognise that at times it is not always simple for someone to share personal and sensitive information. I would like to become a Nurse Governor as I believe I would bring these skills to this role and would be proud to represent the Nursing Voice on the Board of Governors.
Experience
I have been a registered nurse since January 2001 and over the past 22 years I have worked across acute, community and commissioning organisations, initially starting my career at Liverpool Women’s Hospital where I worked on the gynaecology ward. I returned to Liverpool Women’s Hospital in February 2023, initially as the Assistant Director Nursing and Midwifery to support the corporate nursing agenda and then more recently I was successful in gaining the Head of Safeguarding position. I gained my first position in the safeguarding arena in 2010,and soon realised that I could have a greater impact on patient care and their journey through the health system by impacting policy, process and procedure that would influence and empower front line practice.
Passionate about
I am passionate about being a voice for those who are unable to advocate for themselves and always ask would the level of care being given be good enough for my own family. I always encourage openness and honesty when something does not go to plan and learning from incidents is essential.