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Nurses and midwives commended for outstanding contributions at Trust Awards

Nurses and midwives at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust were highlighted for their dedication and compassionate care during an awards ceremony.

By contributor Hermione Crump
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The event, held at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, saw colleagues across nursing and midwifery shortlisted for various accolades which included awards reflecting the Trust values ambition, respect and compassion (ARC), and Acute Midwife of the Year and Healthcare Assistant Award.

Mel Roberts, Chief Nursing Officer and Deputy Chief Executive, introduced the event reminding colleagues of the impact that nurses and midwives have on our patients. 

Elizabeth (Betty) Wiseford, Clinical Lead for Community Nursing was awarded the Community Nurse Award for her outstanding contribution.
Elizabeth (Betty) Wiseford, Clinical Lead for Community Nursing was awarded the Community Nurse Award for her outstanding contribution.

She added: "As nurses and midwives, we are often the first face patients see and the last voice they hear. The compassion we show, the respect we give, the integrity we uphold, and the excellence we strive for through being ambitious - these are all reflections of our values in action.

“When we live our Trust Values, we create a culture of safety, kindness, and accountability. We build trust with those we serve. We support one another in times of challenge and change. And we ensure that care is not only clinically effective but deeply human."

Mae Yee Check, Midwife was given the award for Acute Midwife of the Year.
Mae Yee Check, Midwife was given the award for Acute Midwife of the Year.

A full list of winners are below.

Marc Rocisca - Ambition Award

Wilhelmina Goodwin - Ambition Award

Hayley Lezzi - Respect Award

Bandana Devi - Respect Award

Sam Wilson Hall - Compassion Award

Annabel Bottrill - Compassion Award 

Elizabeth (Betty) Wiseford - Community Nurse Award

Jaswinder Kaur - Health Care Assistant Award 

Priya Kailey - Theatre/Interventional Radiology Nurse Award

Elizabeth Whitehouse - Midwifery Support Worker of the Year

Mae Yee Check - Acute Midwife of the Year 

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