An enthusiastic nurse, teacher and manager with a portfolio of current education, clinical and management practice.

Particularly interested in the integration of theory and practice to produce innovative, skills based, quality, evidenced based practice. Experienced in curriculum development and delivery, managing change and organisational development.

An effective communicator with patients, staff, clinicians and managers at all levels internally and with other organisations to ensure maximum motivation with minimal resistance during periods of radical change. Experienced in operational and strategic management. Substantial experience of succeeding in previously untried areas of practice, able to quickly and effectively develop and integrate new ideas and working methods.

A qualified mental health nurse, nurse teacher and manager working in the NHS, universities and with other organisations who maintains clinical practice in acute mental health care and management practice through festival management, as a management advisor and who regularly undertakes own clinical, educational and management education.