Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of Carolyn Green as Interim Chief Nurse. Bringing extensive experience in healthcare leadership, Carolyn steps into this pivotal role to replace the departed Chief Nurse Dean Howells, who moves into the role of Chief Nursing Officer at NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board.
Carolyn's journey in healthcare began as a mental health nurse in 1995, working in South and West London, where she gained valuable experience and made a tangible difference in the lives of her patients. Since then, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to continuous learning and development, achieving a Masters in Health Service Management and serving as a Senior Lecturer and Visiting Fellow.
Carolyn's passion for personalised care recovery principles is evident in her work. Her focus on compassionate care and her dedication to leveraging technology and innovation will drive positive change and enhance the overall patient experience at Black Country Healthcare.
Marsha Foster, Chief Executive of Black Country Healthcare, said, "As Carolyn takes up her role as Interim Chief Nurse, I know that her strategic vision, exceptional leadership, and excellence will empower our nursing teams to provide our patients with the highest standard of care.
"I am confident that you will join us in extending a warm Black Country welcome to Carolyn Green as she joins our team. We are excited to have her on board as we continue our mission of delivering exceptional healthcare
"At the same time, I would like to also take a moment to bid farewell like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Dean Howells, our former Chief Nurse, for his incredible contributions and unwavering dedication during his time with us".
Please contact our communications department at bchft.communications@nhs.net for any inquiries or further information regarding this announcement.