Pembroke Dock nurse awarded the Queen's Nurse title
Ms Lees, who serves as service manager at Cartref Cleddau on Fort Road, said: "I'm incredibly proud to receive the Queen's Nurse title.
"It reflects not just my work, but the commitment of the entire team at Cartref Cleddau to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
"It's a privilege to be part of a service that truly makes a difference in people's lives."
The Queen's Nurse title is a nationally recognised mark of excellence, awarded to nurses who demonstrate exceptional commitment in community and social care settings.
Ms Lees leads the team at Cartref Cleddau, a specialist care service operated by Shaw healthcare.
She will receive her badge and certificate at an official ceremony hosted by the QNI at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel in Kensington, London, on November 28.
Russell Brown, CEO of Shaw healthcare, the UK's largest employee-owned care provider, said: "On behalf of everyone at Shaw healthcare, I would like to offer my heartfelt congratulations to Sarah on receiving the prestigious Queen's Nurse title.
"This national recognition is a testament to her exceptional leadership, dedication, and the compassionate care she delivers every day.
"We are incredibly proud to have Sarah as part of our team, and this honour reflects the high standards we strive for across all our services.
"Sarah's commitment to improving the lives of those we support is truly inspiring."
Cartref Cleddau is a 24-bed home that provides nursing care for adults with mental health needs, including dementia and learning disabilities.
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Pembroke Dock nurse awarded the Queen's Nurse title
Sarah Lees, from Pembroke Dock, was recognised for her outstanding contribution to community nursing and her commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Ms Lees, who serves as service manager at Cartref Cleddau on Fort Road, said: "I'm incredibly proud to receive the Queen's Nurse title. "It reflects not just my work, but the commitment of the entire team at Cartref Cleddau to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. "It's a privilege to be part of a service that truly makes a difference in people's lives." The Queen's Nurse title is a nationally recognised mark of excellence, awarded to nurses who demonstrate exceptional commitment in community and social care settings. Ms Lees leads the team at Cartref Cleddau, a specialist care service operated by Shaw healthcare. She will receive her badge and certificate at an official ceremony hosted by the QNI at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel in Kensington, London, on November 28. Russell Brown, CEO of Shaw healthcare, the UK's largest employee-owned care provider, said: "On behalf of everyone at Shaw healthcare, I would like to offer my heartfelt congratulations to Sarah on receiving the prestigious Queen's Nurse title. "This national recognition is a testament to her exceptional leadership, dedication, and the compassionate care she delivers every day. "We are incredibly proud to have Sarah as part of our team, and this honour reflects the high standards we strive for across all our services. "Sarah's commitment to improving the lives of those we support is truly inspiring." Cartref Cleddau is a 24-bed home that provides nursing care for adults with mental health needs, including dementia and learning disabilities.
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