The nominations highlight the innovative work of the Pelvic Late Effects team, whose Clinical Nurse Specialist, Robyn Bowman, was a finalist in the Public Health Nursing category for the 'Between the Navel and the Knees' project. This initiative was developed in response to patient feedback, aiming to provide compassionate and practical information on intimacy and sexual wellbeing post-treatment for pelvic cancer chemoradiotherapy. Collaborating with artist Kata Balogh and poet Jack Collins, the project shares patient stories through a series of supportive videos to be released on the Trust's website in November.
The Neuro Critical Care team, led by matron Laura Sedgley, was also a finalist in the Critical and Emergency Care Nursing category. Their work focuses on improving care for patients with brain injuries, strokes, or hydrocephalus. The team has implemented new measures, including dedicated red head pillows and daily pillowcase changes, to prevent infection and aid recovery. These efforts have resulted in patients leaving intensive care up to five days sooner.
“"I’m delighted for our nursing teams gaining national recognition in their industry awards. Nurses are such a vital part of our hospital workforce, and it makes me very proud to know that two of our teams have been in the national limelight for the dedicated and specialist care they provide to patients. Both projects just show the creativity and innovation of our clinical teams, listening to patients and their challenges, and developing patient-centred solutions to deliver change and better health outcomes. Well done to all."
Beverley Geary, Chief Nurse at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, expressed her pride in the teams' achievements, stating, “I’m delighted for our nursing teams gaining national recognition in their industry awards. Nurses are such a vital part of our hospital workforce, and it makes me very proud to know that two of our teams have been in the national limelight for the dedicated and specialist care they provide to patients. Both projects just show the creativity and innovation of our clinical teams, listening to patients and their challenges, and developing patient-centred solutions to deliver change and better health outcomes. Well done to all.”
