New nurse director appointed at NHS Ayrshire & Arran

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Jennifer Wilson has been appointed as the new nurse director at NHS Ayrshire and Arran.Ms Wilson, who takes the reigns from professor Hazel Borland, will begin her new role on April 1.Today she spoke of her delight at landing the role.She said: “It is a privilege to provide professional leadership to the nurses, midwives and Allied Health Professionals of NHS Ayrshire & Arran.“I very much look forward to the challenges and hard work to come and my thanks go to Hazel Borland for her guidance and leadership during her time at the board.”The announcement of Ms Wilson’s arrival was today welcomed by chief executive Claire Burden.She said: “I am delighted Jennifer has been successful in securing this post. “She will provide expert professional clinical leadership to all of our nursing staff here at NHS Ayrshire & Arran.“With her wealth of nursing experience Jenny will help ensure the highest standards of clinical practice among our nursing teams.”The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.Ms Wilson began her career as a staff nurse, qualifying in 1996.

She has worked in a variety of settings including Orthopaedics, Intensive Care and Primary Care.Her specialised expertise in quality improvement has seen her lead and support various improvement projects at both a local and national level.She will replace Professor Borland, who is set to retire.Claire Burden said: “I also want