• Registered general nurse 1991
• ENB 371 Spinal cord Injuries Course 1993
• Further Adult Education Teaching Certificate 1998
• Manual Handling Key Trainer 1999
• NVQ 5 Registered Managers Award 2005

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I have worked in the field of neurological care, primarily spinal cord injuries, as a Nurse, Case Manager, Lecturer and Care Expert since 1993. I advocate at all times, choice, independence and a multi disciplinary approach to meeting the challenges faced by individuals living with a complex neurological condition. I have worked in a senior position in both the independent and statutory sectors and have worked on a consultancy basis for a national charity.

2006-2021 – Total Community Care Limited

I was the Operational/Clinical Director and co-founder of Total Community Care, established in 2006. We provided bespoke care packages to individuals with complex neurological care needs, primarily spinal cord injury. I exited the business after its sale to City & County in September 2021.

At the point of sale we had 74 clients nationwide and employed over 450 staff.  I was responsible for the day to day running of the organisation including compliance, quality assurance and supervision of the management team.

2017 -2020

Multi disciplinary Association of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals (MASCIP)

Governance Lead for MASCIP and involved in coordinating the annual MASCIP conference and chairing sessions.

2000- 2006 Independent Community Care Management

Operations Director for a nationwide care company providing community care to a range of clients with varied conditions

1998 – 2000 Senior Lecturer South Bank University

I was responsible for delivering the post registration spinal injuries course and manual handling training for all disciplines

1997 – 1998 Lead Case Manager London Spinal Injuries Centre

Manager of the Case Management service and deputy manager of the London Spinal Injuries Unit

1996 – 1997 Case Manager London Spinal Injuries Centre

Responsible for the coordination of inpatients rehabilitation and discharge planning including transition into the community and follow up care and advice

1993 – 1996 London Spinal Injuries Centre

Undertook post registration Spinal cord injuries nursing course and worked on the spinal unit becoming a Team Leader

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