I am the Director of Nursing at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay. A Registered nurse for over 35 years I began my career as a cadet nurse, qualifying initially as an enrolled nurse and then four years later as a registered nurse. my clinical experience is mainly in critical care where I developed a passion for ensuring that as nurses we pay attention to the fundamental aspects of patient care. I hold a BA (Hons) in Healthcare and a MA in independent practice. My current portfolio includes quality, safety and patient experience and engagement, clinical governance, and Safeguarding. I am also the lead for Inclusion and Diversity for the service aspects of the Trust.