Urgent and Emergency Care is a newly established Division within the Trust, overseeing over 600 dedicated health professionals across vital services such as the Emergency Department, Minor Injuries Unit, and Acute Medical Unit (AMU).
Joanna Stedman, a native of Newcastle upon Tyne, embarked on her nursing journey at the University of Bradford in 1999, obtaining her qualification in 2002 with an Advanced Diploma in Higher Education in Nursing. Subsequently, she achieved a BSc (Hons) in Nursing Practice in 2004, followed by an MSc in Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care in 2017.
Her career trajectory encompasses diverse roles, all at Bradford Teaching Hospitals, beginning as an orthopaedic nurse in 2002 and eventually assuming leadership positions such as Sister in Care of the Elderly, Ward Manager in Stroke and Neurology, and a corporate nursing role as a Clinical Improvement Facilitator. Joanna’s experience also extends to working as a Matron across Acute Surgery, Endoscopy, Gastroenterology, AED, and Stroke. She has notably served as a Deputy Associate Director of Nursing, overseeing specialist areas such as medicine, surgery, AED, Acute Medicine, Endoscopy, and Gastroenterology.
Speaking about her appointment, Joanna said: “I am truly thrilled to have joined DBTH in this crucial role. My vision for the Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) Division is to ensure the best and safest care for our patients while fostering a safe and supportive culture for our dedicated staff. I aspire for UEC to be a division where healthcare professionals choose to work, empowering our teams to provide top-tier care, grow into future leaders, and become clinical experts in their respective fields.”
Karen Jessop, Chief Nurse at DBTH, warmly welcomed Joanna Stedman, stating, “We are happy to have Joanna on board. Her extensive experience and passion for nursing leadership make her a valuable addition to our team. With her leadership, we look forward to enhancing our Urgent and Emergency Care Division and ensuring that we continue to provide safe and high-quality care to our communities.”
