GOVERNOR PROFILE
NICOLA
GELLING Community matron and staff governor
I’ve been a nurse for 22 years and I can honestly say I learn something new every day. I love my job and I enjoy taking care of my patients. It’s so nice that we get to know their families and carers – it’s an honour to support them.
I
didn’t tell anyone I’d put in a governor nomination – I wasn’t sure I’d even get a vote! I was surprised to hear I’d been selected. It’s amazing to see what goes on behind the scenes and humbling to hear the experiences of service users. It puts things in perspective. The other governors could not be more supportive. I wasn’t sure what to expect from being a governor, but it’s been brilliant. I hadn’t realised how much we’d be listened to. Every concern is acted upon.
COME AND
Why did I do it? I wanted to give a voice to Sefton and to nurses, I wanted to show how hard they’re working for patients. I want us to be able to recruit the right people for the future. Recruiting the best people is important to me. I’m a real advocate of nurturing our own, that’s why I enjoy my role as a mentor. I feel that I learn from students and colleagues as much as they learn from me. I like to be asked questions and I like to feel that I am
JOIN US
helping them develop in their roles. Having students with me reminds me of why I do what I do and how much fulfilment I get from doing my Job.
I wanted to give a voice to nurses. To learn more about our Council of Governors, go to merseycare.nhs.uk
Following our most recent Governor election period, you can view the statement of voting and information on the successful candidates, along with the rest of your Governors, on our website. Visit: merseycare.nhs.uk and go to the Governor election pages
Find out more about our membership and governors at: merseycare.nhs.uk. Tel: 0151 471 2303 or 0151 473 2778 Email: membership@merseycare.nhs.uk Write to: Alison Bacon, Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, V7 Building, Kings Business Park, Prescot, Liverpool L34 1PJ
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