Zimbabwean Nurse Receives Outstanding Nurse Award In UK
A Zimbabwean nurse at Leighton Hospital in the United Kingdom (UK), Sharon Chakandinakira, has received an award for her exceptional contribution to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Sharon, who relocated from Zimbabwe to the UK in 2021, was recently honoured at a prestigious ceremony held by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) in Manchester.
The event brought together colleagues from various health and social care sectors across the North West region, NHS Mid Cheshire Hospitals reported.
Sharon’s journey towards this recognition began with her participation in the BAME Leadership Programme, a valuable initiative that empowered her to advance her career at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
In addition to this, she undertook the Professional Nurse Advocate course, a nationally recognized qualification designed to enhance the understanding of challenges faced by colleagues and facilitate improvements within the NHS.
Furthermore, Sharon completed quality improvement coaching and played a pivotal role in organizing cultural awareness days at Mid Cheshire.
Her colleagues, who nominated her for the award, described her as a true inspiration. They commended her for utilizing her training to nurture fellow colleagues and support their overall well-being.