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Senior nursing leader with global experience. Interested in digital tech & innovation in health.

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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
What a wonderful way to start a Wednesday morning! Nurse Clinical fellow Suma- who has developed & grown professionally this year so much so- that she is almost unrecognisable. She has secured a promotion in the system too and produced a fabulous toolkit for ward leaders!👏🏽 Well done!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 25/08/2025
Join me at Nursing Live- the UK's prestigious nursing event. I am proud to be speaking alongside presentations on professional development and personal wellbeing. Click the link to discover how the FREE event can earn up to 16 hours of CPD. invt.io/1lxbt9ox5am
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
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The Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) @fonscharity.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Thanks to Jenny Halse for telling us about Diamond Moments: those defining moments that embody for you the very best of nursing practice www.fons.org/blogs/diamon... Such a positive approach to reflection & career planning Thoughts? @mrsbosanquet.bsky.social @suetranka.bsky.social
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Regina Reyes @reginareyes.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
As a Filipino in Wales, it brings me so much pride and joy to see our flag being raised - as we celebrate our independence day. It feels closer to home. Congratulations @princemeph.bsky.social and to everyone in BCUHB for the massive success! @suetranka.bsky.social
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The Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) @fonscharity.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
FoNS seeks Trustees to join our Board We are a growing organisation with an exciting vision for our future www.fons.org/news/fons-se... Closing date 10 July We'd love to hear from you @mrsbosanquet.bsky.social @suetranka.bsky.social @theqicn.bsky.social @burdetttrust.bsky.social
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FoNS seeks enthusiastic Trustees to join our Board - Foundation of Nursing Studies
We are a growing organisation with an exciting vision for our future and we are looking to strengthen our Board.
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The Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) @fonscharity.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Not long to go until the application deadline for the Person-centred Cultures Development Prog - here's what you need to know 👉 buff.ly/Q1lcuYs Please share - such a fantastic opportunity @cathyf-p.bsky.social @suetranka.bsky.social @janettekeenan.bsky.social @health-ni.gov.uk‬ UK-wide!
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Regina Reyes @reginareyes.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Raising our flag, in a country we proudly call our second home🇵🇭🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Croeso Wales, His Excellency, The Philippine Ambassador to the UK, Sir Teodoro Locsin Jr and to our Deputy Head of Mission and Consul General, Ms. Rhenita Rodriguez. @suetranka.bsky.social @pnauk.bsky.social
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Regina Reyes @reginareyes.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
I am a proud member of The CNO Global Ethnic Majority Advisory Group. Last week, we held our first in-person meeting, which fostered an engaging discussion with fellow GEM members. We were joined by our CNO for Wales @suetranka.bsky.social , Nursing Officers Richard Desir and Gillian Knight.
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Sabrina Cox @sabcoxy.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Honored to share space with CNO Wales @suetranka.bsky.social Richard Desir, Gillian Knight & all advocating for diversity in healthcare. Grateful for Star, Cerina & the GEM group. Forever inspired by @reginareyes.bsky.social ’s kindness & strength @pnauk.bsky.social
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Dr Crystal Oldman CBE, RN, RHV, QN, FRCN @crystaloldman.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
What a fabulous visit to Wales with @stephlawrence.bsky.social to meet CNO @suetranka.bsky.social, Wales' EDONs & Queen's Nurses. Uplifted (as always) by the leadership & innovations in Wales🙏 @qicn.bsky.social
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Brilliant to start the day with HIAE Meeting in Penarth today! We have visitors from Canada, Denmark, Estonia and many others! Croeso I Cymru!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Great to be at the co-production event for the delivery of the Women’s health plan! Wales has a proud history of co-production already. Looking forward to seeing the progress on the key actions!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Lovely to have Sam Donohue from the NMC joining us in Wales today, discussing the Future of education standards for nursing and midwifery!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Thank you to Felicia Kwaku and Acosia Nyanin, DCNO England- for bringing this update on bilateral agreements and improving safeguards on international nurse recruitment. Calling on CNO involvement and participation in agreeing BLAs!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Insightful professional strategy discussions with the 5 CNOs today. Joined by CNO Ireland too. Thank you for coming to Wales- we welcome you! Looking forward to the focus on strengthening professional requirements across UK.
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David Chung @cruncherwax.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
So the Marmot report on London last year showed that white working class boys did worse than ethnic minorities at school. When it came to getting jobs though they were the most likely to be hired out of all groups who applied.
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Royal College of Nursing Wales @thercnwales.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Congratulations to the latest cohort of our Leadership in the Independent Sector programme. This is only the beginning of your leadership journey. A big thank you to CNO for Wales @suetranka.bsky.social for providing funded places for this invaluable course and sharing your leadership experience.
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Regina Reyes @reginareyes.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Thank you @fnightingalef.bsky.social for this amazing opportunity to be a part of the Windrush Leadership programme and to the NMC for sponsoring me - representing Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 I went home with new found inspiration and drive✨ @suetranka.bsky.social @pnauk.bsky.social
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The Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) @fonscharity.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
We recognise that it’s been a tough year for many, but hope you will enjoy this brief video of some of the highlights of 2024. Wishing you all the best for 2025. @suetranka.bsky.social @sphams.bsky.social @calvinmoorley.bsky.social @karenbonner.bsky.social buff.ly/3BMQPz6
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Holistic Health Visitor @holistichv.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
This is fascinating. I love working with multilingual families and am in awe of little ones who effortlessly learn words in different languages ❤️ it’s no wonder that the brain tools required for knowing and appropriately switching between languages boosts the pre-frontal cortex 🧠
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Scott Kominers @skominers.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
Did everything feel a bit more mathematical this morning? That's because 2025 is a perfect square ✅! Yes, 2025 is 45² = (1+2+...+9)². It's the first square year since 1936, and the next one is 2116. But that's not all… read on ⬇️👀
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a penguin is holding a pink flag that says i 'm so excited 2025
ALT: a penguin is holding a pink flag that says i 'm so excited 2025
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Dr Habib Naqvi MBE @drhnaqvi.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
1 in 10 Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller lives end in suicide - a shocking statistic. This time of the year, when mental health can be fragile and risk of suicide high, we’ve launched short films presenting the lived experience of people from these communities. Learn more: www.nhsrho.org/news/new-res...
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New resource to help tackle suicide risk in Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities
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Binita Kane @binitakane.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Please share in any NHS nursing networks. Thank you 🙏🏽
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CNN @cnn.com · 13/12/2024
The Miss Netherlands beauty pageant has been scrapped, after the competition’s organizers said it was time for change. The contest will no longer run, and in its place those behind it have introduced a new initiative aimed at “inspiring” young people in many different ways.
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Miss Netherlands pageant scrapped as ‘the world is changing,’ organizers say | CNN
The Miss Netherlands beauty pageant has been scrapped, after the competition’s organizers said it was time for change.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Well done to Grace and team for receiving their official Designation. Fantastic achievement all!🎉👏🏽🎊
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Karen Jewell, chief midwifery officer at Welsh Government talking about how fundamental the route map and global collaboration is for better health outcomes for women and babies are!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Cardiff’s WHO Midwifery collaborating centre: Working to strengthen midwifery throughout the European Region- through the delivery of the Sustainable Development goals.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Kate Button kicking off the event this afternoon. Joined by some great colleagues. And Grace Thomas, director of the centre -a brilliant advocate for midwifery and women’s health.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Honoured to have Maggie Langins joining Cardiff University this afternoon in the re-designation of the WHO midwifery collaborating centre.
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WHO @who.int · 05/12/2024
When we understand the story of #genomics, we can understand diseases better. This means we can diagnose them quicker, treat them more effectively, and even prevent them.
The story of genomics. A tale of advancing healthcare.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Attended Romania’s National day on Sunday with Dr Nistor Becia- Honorary Consul of Romania in Wales. Highlighting the contribution of Romanian Diaspora, and great meet so many wonderful people especially Madalina. A nurse and an incredible baker!
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WHO @who.int · 02/12/2024
#Diabetes is better managed together. 👉 Ask how you can support the people in your life with diabetes. 👂 Listen to what they need—or do not need—from you. 🚫 Remember, blaming and shaming is not helpful. bit.ly/40QWn5o
Illustration of a family sitting around a table. They are eating together. The grand mother has diabetes. The other family members are smiling and helping her.
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Susie Dent @susiedentwords.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Word of the day is a favourite, from old Scots. To ‘tartle’ is to hesitate while introducing someone because you have completely forgotten their name.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Can anyone connect me with a Welsh speaking Midwife with a PhD, to be a potential external examiner. Academic background necessary. DM me please. 🙏🏽
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Joanne Bosanquet MBE RN 🦋 @mrsbosanquet.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
What a start to @ncfcareforum.bsky.social #CEOsConf2024 #NotForProfitCare I first attended in 2019 and I’m thrilled to be here again with a stand (no.19) along with @sueholt2024.bsky.social We’ve had so much interest in our #RBCSSocialCare prg. It’s fully funded! www.fons.org/programmes-d... 🦋
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RBCS for Social Care - Foundation of Nursing Studies
We are delighted to be able to offer a fully-funded, RBCS programme specifically for nurses and nurse associates in social care in any settings in England.
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Bylines Scotland @bylines.scot · 25/11/2024
Press release: Groundbreaking campaign launched to highlight challenges faced by migrant and ethnically diverse women
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Migrant Women Press launches groundbreaking campaign
Press release: Groundbreaking campaign launched to highlight challenges faced by migrant and ethnically diverse Women
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Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
New Lancet paper 'The cost of not investing in the first 1000 days'. Cites our Cochrane review on preschool-based feeding programmes in socio-economically deprived settings. FEED STARVING CHILDREN in a timely way. Later (when they're older) may be too late. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan... 🧪
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The cost of not investing in the next 1000 days: implications for policy and practice
Building on the evidence from the first paper in this Series highlighting the fundamental importance of healthy and nurturing environments for children's growth and development in the next 1000 days (...
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Wonderful to meet Amy, Learning Disability nursing student nominated for an award tonight. Good luck Amy! 🎉🎊
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Lifetime achievement award- presented by Lord Lieutenant and Honathan Morgan Chair Cwm Taf Morganwg at RCN Wales Nurse of the year awards. The winner is Clare Hurlin🎉
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
At RCN Wales Nurse of the Year awards 2024 with Gill Knight. Excited to be here and looking forward to presenting the CNO Wales award!
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The King's Fund @thekingsfund.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Yesterday we launched our new report: NHS and life sciences industry partnerships: collaborating to improve care. The report explores the catalyst for positive change these partnerships could be, while also examines the challenges this way of working might face. www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...
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NHS And Life Sciences Industry Partnerships: Collaborating To Improve Care | The King's Fund
This report explores the benefits and challenges of NHS-industry partnerships aiming to catalyse improvements in the health and care sector.
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Dame Elizabeth Anionwu OM DBE FRCN @dameanionwu.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
With Sue Tranka, Chief Nursing Officer for Wales at Nigeria Nurses Association UK conference. Great photo by Teddy Kintu! www.gokephotography.com
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Dr Habib Naqvi MBE @drhnaqvi.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
The success of any furure NHS plan will depend on the extent to which it embraces tackling ethnic and racial inequalities: www.hsj.co.uk/policy-and-r...
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Tackling racism ‘must be core’ to 10-year health plan
The government's 10-year plan will fail if it does not tackle racism in the health service, the chair of the NHS Confederation has said.
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The King's Fund @thekingsfund.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
We're pleased to announce that Siva Anandaciva has been appointed as Director of Policy, Events and Partnerships. Commenting on this, Sarah Woolnough said Siva is an 'authority on health and care' and will be a huge asset to the Fund. Find statement in full: kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...
Card showing a photo of Siva Anandaciva, Director of Policy, Events and Partnerships, The King’s Fund.

Quote from Sarah Woolnough '‘Siva will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role of Director of Policy, Events and Partnerships. He is an authority on health and care and his deep understanding is a huge asset for The King’s Fund.’
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Susie Dent @susiedentwords.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Word of the Day is a true favourite, as some of you will know. Apricity (17th century) is the warmth of the sun on a winter’s day.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Nursing Times and Future Nurse Digital conference. Thanks to Prof Natasha Philips for the in invite. My message to nurses concerned about digital future in health- ‘Healthcare will always be human led, and tech enabled’. We must embrace but critical that we influence design.
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Nursing Times Digital Nurse leaders- encouraging nurses to be part of the digital future in health! A call to action- be part of the solution!
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Sue @suetranka.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Great to met Gideon at the NNACUK conference.
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