Why I value my time a trustee
I can’t quite remember the reason I put myself forward as a trustee, possibly because I am nosey and I wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes! I do know that I am so glad that I did. The last couple of years have been genuinely lovely, not only have I learned a lot I have also had the chance to team up with some amazing people who bring with them this wealth of knowledge. I sit in our meetings in awe of everyone’s passion and abilities in their own little corners of urology.
From the moment I became a trustee I was welcomed into the team and I have enjoyed every second of it. Of course it can be challenging at times as we all work full time roles and have family lives so the need to juggle things around becomes a necessity sometimes due to having to accommodate meetings in your own time.
The meetings themselves are always really enlightening and leave you feeling as though you have learned something. I would definitely recommend being a trustee.
Why I have a passion for urology
Urology was the first placement I had as a student nurse. A TURP was the first ever surgical procedure I saw so I guess I have come full circle after many years working in oncology. After having my children I decided to go for a role in research, the hours seemed to fit around the kids and it meant I had my weekends free to be with family. I applied for the role of a research nurse in urology and after 13 years I have not looked back. Urology is one of those area’s that can span all areas of a person’s life and with that I have to say it has certainly kept my interest. Being a research nurse I am lucky to work within all the different areas of urology so rather than specialise in one I am very happy to say that I am jack of all trades and know a little about a lot of things!
Being part of BAUN as both a trustee and member has given so many networking opportunities. These opportunities come in many different forms, being at conference, study days and presenting across the country. Being around so many people who are passionate about urology is so refreshing and it’s been amazing to hear people’s story’s about how they ended up in urology and also enhances my current role.
Biography
Kelly has been in her current role for the last 13 years. After becoming a Research Nurse in 2011 she has managed a team of Research Nurses, Research Associates and Project Managers. She has a total of 25 years nursing experience where she worked within oncology (palliative care, chemotherapy and specialist nurse roles) in both clinical and charity settings prior to her move into urology research.
Kelly became a member of BAUN 11 years ago and has since become a Trustee in 2021. She has a particular passion for education, taking a proactive approach with her colleagues and patients alike and obviously is incredibly interested in research. Kelly believes that through education and research real change can happen, empowering patients and colleagues alike who commit so much time to helping.
BAUN promotes high standards of development, something she endeavours to endorse in her own practice as a research nurse, where she is excited to be part of the future of clinical findings. Kelly is a dedicated person who is always eager for a challenge. She has an extensive urology knowledge base, which in her current clinical role, involves working in all areas of urology research (inclusive of reconstructive urology, urological cancers and stone disease). Working closely with the clinical teams she enjoys the camaraderie and being part of a team and working together generally gives better results delivering a better experience for all involved.
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