Celebrating our new Queen’s Nurses 2025

More than 500 community nurses came together to celebrate outstanding care and leadership across community nursing. The event recognised excellence in practice, education, innovation and leadership, and the vital role community nurses play in the health system.

The Queen’s Nurse title honoured nurses who show strong commitment to patients and high standards of care, and is awarded by the Queen's Institute of Community Nursing.

This year, 22 CLCH staff received the award for 2025. Here, they share what the recognition means to them.

“After more than twenty years in nursing, receiving the Queen’s Nurse Award is one of the greatest honours of my professional life. To be recognised in this way is not simply an acknowledgement of my work, but a celebration of the values that have guided me throughout my career.” – Oluwayemisi Adeyemo, 0-19 Clinical Lead

“It was quite a surreal moment to be honest. My mother passed in July; she was Health Visitor and Lecturer in Manchester. She also had the honour of being a Queen’s Nurse. A very special moment for my family.” – Priscilla Chaba, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse

“I am honoured to be a Queen’s Nurse and to be able to share my ideas and teaching with others”. – Mary Nee, 0-19 Practice Development Nurse

“My line manager encouraged me to apply for the Queen’s Nursing Award, which led me to reflect deeply on my journey within the nursing profession. To receive this honour is profoundly meaningful, as it recognises not only my commitment to the highest standards of care and leadership, but also the values that have guided my practice throughout my career.

On a deeply personal level, my daughter, who passed away two years ago, was immensely proud of my vocation and my unwavering dedication to others. Her belief in me continues to inspire my work each day, and despite enduring the greatest personal loss, my commitment to nursing has remained steadfast.” – Patricia Willis, Senior Case Manager

“To receive the Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing Award was an honour. I am privileged to be able to share my skills, knowledge and experience, ensuring that my clients receive the best care that I can give, and helping to transform lives of families that I serve in the community.” – Caroline Donaldson, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse

“I am deeply honoured and delighted to receive the title of Queen’s Nurse. This recognition fills me with pride and gratitude, reflecting not only my commitment to high-quality, compassionate care but also the support of the wonderful colleagues and communities I’ve had the privilege to serve. Being named a Queen’s Nurse inspires me to continue striving for excellence and to champion the values that make nursing such a meaningful and rewarding profession.” – Olivia Moore, Family Nurse

“Receiving this award is a great honour, and I’m truly humbled to be recognised for my contributions to quality improvement. This award acknowledges the hard work and dedication I’ve put in, and it’s a proud moment for me. I’m grateful for the opportunity to make a difference, and I’m thankful for the support of my team, my Line Manager Cheryl Ali, Clinical Services Manager, Laura Catterall Clinical Quality Lead and Ward Managers Sue Vithanage and Sylvia Gardner.” – Afzal Ramjhan, Matron

Our new Queen’s Nurses:

• Jumoke Adegbie
• Tracey Adewunmi
• Oluwayemisi Adeyemo
• Deborah Booth
• Priscilla Chaba
• Johanna Collier
• Caroline Donaldson
• Katrina Edwards
• Peace Golomeke
• Emily Karugaba
• Lisa-Marie Keane
• Madeleine Menezes
• Olivia Moore
• Danielle Nation
• Mary Nee
• Emily Northover
• Chantel Philbert
• Nikolai Poyugao
• Afzal Ramjhan
• Charles Somuah
• Patricia Willis
• Laura Young