There was a double cause for celebration at this year’s Annual Professional CPHVA Conference in Bristol, proudly taking home two prestigious awards recognising innovation, quality improvement and excellence in clinical practice.
The South School Nursing Team was awarded School Nursing Team of the Year 2026 for its quality improvement work focused on reducing waiting times within School Nursing Services between 2024 and 2026. The award recognises the dedication, commitment and collaborative efforts of the whole team in making a positive difference to children, young people and their families.
A second award celebrated the clinical practice innovation of Louise Reilly, Health Visitor Team Leader, and Anne McGinley, School Nurse, who received the Poster Award for their Shuffle the Deck Framework. This innovative approach supports staff through trauma-informed and restorative practice, promoting reflection, understanding and positive relationships within the workplace.
Building on this achievement, Louise will undertake her Master’s in Nursing, using the framework as the foundation for her studies.
These two awards are a fantastic achievement and highlight the passion, creativity and commitment of our nursing teams to improving services, supporting colleagues and delivering high-quality care.
A huge congratulations to everyone involved!
