Student Nurse of the Year: Adult

Treasure Josiah University of East London

I should be considered for the Student Nurse of the Year award because of my commitment to patient care, leadership roles, and experiences in the Acute Frailty Assessment Unit. My dedication to compassionate care for older adults allowed me to develop individualised care plans and implement a mobility program that improved their confidence and independence. Additionally, my participation in community health education, such as the UK Resuscitation Restart the Heart Awareness Day, underscores my advocacy for patient empowerment. My nomination for professional recognition further reflects my contributions and passion for nursing, establishing me as a strong candidate for this award.

Pallavi Kanojiya Birmingham City University

Pallavi has consistently demonstrated her passion and commitment to the adult nursing profession during her time as a student nurse on the BSc Hons programme at Birmingham City University. She actively seeks every learning opportunity and applies it in a manner that will help both service users and her peers alike. Having been selected to partake in multiple international learning opportunities this has enabled Pallavi to be highly motivational as a change agent to all those around her. Pallavi has a strong desire to advance clinical adult nursing research both now and in the future.

Sarah Lane Spire Healthcare

As a dedicated, final-year nurse apprentice, I am passionate about academic excellence, student advocacy and compassionate care. My representation for my cohort, through collecting feedback and addressing concerns with the clinical team portrays my dedication to change and advocacy. My academic achievements, including multiple awards and top marks emulates my dedication to academic excellence. Drawing from personal experiences, I care for patients with chronic conditions and specific learning differences, striving to enhance understanding and empathy. My charitable contributions and trust-based ideologies in care highlight my commitment to making a significant impact to my patients and those in need.

Nicola Marshall Ulster University

Nicola is an exceptional final-year student nurse. She continually demonstrates commitment to high standards of patient care, professional development, and community service. As Class Representative, Nicola actively advocates for student needs and strengthens the student voice, to drive positive change within her university. Nicola represents the epitome of modern nursing. Her approach to nursing is rooted in compassion, integrity, and person-centred care, with a strong ability to connect with patients, families, and colleagues. Nicola is not just a promising student; she is a future leader who will undoubtedly raise standards through her dedication, empathy and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Natalie Mulley University of Salford

Nat is an Adult Student Nurse. Nat is deaf. You may pause at this point to consider how this might impact on the ability of a nurse to navigate clinical duties and deliver patient safe care. Nat is already ahead of you, making it happen, leading reform across academia and clinical practice to ensure that were there weren’t processes in place to support deaf/Deafened students/student nurses/patients that there now are. Nat uses her hearing loss as motivation to overcome obstacles and trailblaze – enabling and equipping others with the support they need and reducing barriers to inequality.

Rebecca Nisbet University of York

Becky is a final year student nurse at the University of York. Throughout her degree, Becky has engaged in numerous activities outside of her programme, including being on the Council of Deans of Health Student Leadership Programme for 2023-24, where she worked on a project to improve the experience of neurodivergent student nurses and midwives.As well as this, Becky has led the Nursing Society at her university, hosting academic talks and socials for student nurses, and also engaged as an RCN student ambassador in her area and supported other students to engage in research activities and conferences.

Oluchi Okoroafor University of Salford

Oluchi Okoroafor is a dedicated nursing student at the University of Salford, recognized for her leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to supporting peers. As the 2024 Student Nurse Champion, she played a key role in organizing the Netherlands Nursing Students Week, fostering cross-cultural exchange and delivering lectures on UK nursing practices. Oluchi co-founded the Student Wellbeing and Academic Buddy System (SWAB) to support fellow nursing students and has been commended for her leadership, teamwork, and teaching skills. Passionate about cultural competency and compassionate care, Oluchi continues to inspire those around her through her dedication to nursing education and practice.

Maria Sierra University of Wolverhampton

Year 3 Adult Student Nurse