Specialities - NMC OSCE Children's (Paediatric) Training

A little bit about yourself

During the last 30 years I been fortunate enough to work in an array of health related businesses, NHS and private. In the last 12 years I moved toward a coaching and educating role in different settings. I am devoted to life long learning as not only do I get to impart my knowledge and make a difference to peoples lives, I get to learn new things every day. I have 2 adult children (19 & 22) whom I now consider my mentors, they teach new things giving me an insight on how times have changed and keeping me up to date with whats new.

Your academic background

BA Hons 2:1 DipHe Nursing studies Paediatric 1990-1994 ENB Teaching & Assessing, ENB Paediatric Intensive Care.

Teaching experience

PICU, HDU, ward, community. Teaching nurses, GP’s, community teams & all multi-disciplinary heath care workers, e.g doctors, physios, dieticians. After 2 years of qualification I started mentoring students and then later became a nurse specialist in respiratory and CF which had a predominate teaching role. I haven’t stopped since as I’ve been in either teaching or coaching roles since. Extending my teaching to cover up to 12 district hospitals and the community. Plus coaching in non medical environments within the sport & fitness industry.

Why did you start teaching?

I hold an International record for marathon kayaking completing The Cheshire Ring in 19 hours, 97miles and 95 portages. I also have Silver & Bronze National medals in kayak marathon racing. I am also a Open water Lifeguard and love Open water swimming, even in winter!

Would you like to study with us? Call the IELTS Medical Team on 0203 637 6722.