Being a social care nurse has enabled me to explore an alternative route into nursing and celebrate the complexities and opportunities that nursing in social care offers. The role of a social care nurse is dynamic and beneficial, as it develops all aspects of a nurse's identity and showcases professional competencies. Since working in social care, I have been a strong advocate for increasing student opportunities and promoting the benefits of a career in social care. As the nursing profession continues to evolve, there is growing recognition of the vital contribution that social care nurses make. Identity and values are at the heart of social care, and the changing landscape of nursing presents an opportunity to ensure that social care is placed at the forefront of nursing career development, education, and professional opportunities.

Registered Learning Disability Nurse for 2 years working in social care

Written a blog for Skills for Care “Shine a spotlight on"

Represented and presented at Skills for Care in London for the Strategy to enable social care placements for student nurses and nursing associates

Attended roundtable events in London in Westminster with Deborah Sturdy (Chief Nurse for Social Care)

Spoke at Webinars for RCN and Skills for Care

Written a blog for Council of Deans

Spoken at Student Nurse Wellbeing Conference at Nottingham Trent University

Won social Care Nurse at the Proud to Care awards (October 2025). Won Brilliant Learning Disability Nurse’ Stars of Learning Disability & Autism Awards (December 2025)

Represented Mencap for campaigning posts.