“I am the Senior Sister for outpatient services at both Scarborough and Bridlington hospitals, having started my career as a student nurse in 1977.

"My mother was a nurse and worked for many years in a GP practice in Bridlington, so I knew from a young age I also wanted to make a difference to people’s lives and felt that nursing was the best way to do this.

"Every day I get to meet some wonderful patients, carers and families - and I am also blessed to be working with two wonderful teams of highly skilled staff nurses and HCA’s who strive, day in and day out, to deliver the best care they can.

"The best bit of advice I have been given is always try to do the best for patients and colleagues and they will respect you for your efforts.  I like to think this is true.

"I will retire later this year but I will look back on my career with pride and fulfilment knowing I helped make a difference to the many patients I have cared for over the years.”