Patients across Wales are set to benefit from more compassionate, person-centred care as the Chief Nursing Officer for Wales, Sue Tranka, launched her five-year strategic vision for nursing and midwifery.
The vision, developed through workshops, interviews and digital surveys involving thousands of frontline staff and service users, sets out how nursing and midwifery professions will lead healthcare transformation. It focuses on six interconnected themes, including creating a valued and empowered workforce, strengthening professional leadership at every level, and embedding research and evidence into daily practice.
Speaking at the launch conference, the CNO also recognised outstanding contributions through the CNO Excellence Award, celebrating nurses and midwives who go above and beyond to deliver exceptional care and leadership.
This year’s recipients include:
- Ann Yates, bladder and bowel nurse specialist, Cardiff.
- Linda Edmunds, cardiac care specialist, Aneurin Bevan Health Board.
- Marianne Jenkins, emergency care specialist, Cardiff.
- Hannah Russon, nurse leader instrumental in establishing the Velindre School of Oncology.
- Angharad Hanbury, lead nurse in radiology, Hywel Dda Health Board.
As she launched her vision at the Chief Nursing Officer’s Conference, Sue Tranka said:
“Shaped by the voices of nurses, midwives and patients, my vision sets out how the professions will lead, innovate, and strive for excellence at every level of the health and care system.
“My aim is to unite the professions, inspire change, and build a future where care is exceptional, communities thrive, and both people and the planet flourish.
“By committing to this vision, the professions will lead transformative change.
“Together, we will co-create a future where care is consistently outstanding, communities flourish, and Wales is globally recognised for nursing and midwifery leadership and impact.”
The vision aims to empower nursing and midwifery professionals to drive innovation, improve patient outcomes, and ensure Wales remains at the forefront of compassionate, evidence-based care.
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