Throwback to when we graduated with our Master’s in Nursing degree. How is everyone doing?

Imposter syndrome is real. As much as I want to celebrate, but I myself couldn’t even believe it. I am so pleased to start my role as Training Manager in HCRW (Secondment). Thankful for the trust and the opportunity to learn and grow🙏

Thank you @princemeph.bsky.social for your presence and support✨ A first of many👍

Thank you, Emma @itaherone.bsky.social for your support to me and to our community. I could have not done this without the support of a compassionate leader like you. 💕

What an absolute honour and privilege it was to attend the #AneurinBevanUHB #PhillipineIndependenceDay celebration event. What an uplifting and joyful event, we are so lucky to benefit from the richness that comes from diversity in our workforce in the Health Board. #Pagsasama

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

Good book and a good weather👌

🧵In his latest blog, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian discusses the open pay consultations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland – encouraging all eligible members to cast their vote www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Whether loud or reserved. Assertive or gentle.. You belong in every room your purpose has called you to. Walk in with your full self. Do it scared. Do it confused. Do it terrified. Do it happily. Do it sad. Do it tired. Just do it and show up anyway👌 Comfort is the enemy of growth.

This week’s reflection: The only way to get tougher is to face what’s tough👌

The artifacts on display were incredibly moving. We examined personal items that once belonged to Florence, including original handwritten letters, photographs, personal chair, in spaces that is very personal to her. Grateful and thankful for this opportunity🙏

After the Oath taking ceremony, we were privileged and fortunate to have a guided tour, led by the owner himself, Peter. The experience was nothing short of extraordinary. It felt surreal to think that the mother of modern nursing herself had traverse to these same spaces.

To make our oath taking celebration even more connected, we offered our guests a fusion of Filipino cuisine, prepared with love by our Private chef, a true Filipino talent. We mean it when we say, we will take care of you. 🙏 #Filipinocare

Bold. Calm confidence. Committed. Purpose driven team. I am deeply proud of what we have started. And I am even more excited for what we will continue to build together.

Love a very dainty shop✨

“Toxic leaders celebrates intimidation as strength.”This has to stop. 🛑 Good article to read👇 www.linkedin.com/posts/kumudd...

We celebrated the International Clinical Trials Day and also welcomed our newest cohort of Research Champions! @itaherone.bsky.social What a very productive day it was! #ABUHB #InternationalClinicalTrialsDay

Sun is up, and as usual, I attended a very important meeting - an appointment with myself 😊 Happy to be at my most grounded self - firm boundaries, genuine happiness, and a long journey of self discovery and personal development. Eternally grateful for this life❤️

On #InternationalNursesDay, we honour the 30 million nurses who are the heart of health systems worldwide. WHO urges accelerated investments to avoid a projected 4 million #nurse shortage by 2030. Because when nurses are supported, everyone thrives 🔗 bit.ly/42SkqBL

It starts with a vow… June 07, 2025 At the childhood home of Florence Nightingale Join us, it won’t be the same without you.

PNA UK Wales chapter officers in attendance during the FNF commemoration service❤️❤️

Today, across the world, we celebrate the life and work of Florence Nightingale - the mother of Nursing. Held at the historic Westminster Abbey, we come together to celebrate the heart of our profession. Happy International Nurses Day✨

Early dinner for me before the FNF commemoration service today. The thing about me is that Im never afraid to eat alone, anywhere at any given time. Beautiful day, Indeed😍

“She did not know it yet, but in a few years she will be living her dream Job, in a country she loves” Happy Nurses week to all❤️

Earlier this year, I took my well-being seriously. I was constantly filling my weekends with meetings and If I could easily click "yes" to teams invites, why couldn't I do the same for myself? So.. I started making appointments for myself. Meeting Regina for coffee - Booked. What a game changer!

April has been nothing short of productive, filled with making new connections and building bridges. Cheers to many more ‘Red Filipiniana’ ‘moments this year, not just for me, but to our Filipino communities across Wales ❤️

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

Today’s reflection: “Your light is meant to shine; don’t dim it for anyone” ✨ Happy Easter everyone.

Time well spent and realised! Thank you so much to all who participated @pnauk.bsky.social webinar Autism to Allyship: Moving from Awareness to Action! May this be a beginning step to create strong allies to uphold inclusive society and workplaces. @dence10.bsky.social @reginareyes.bsky.social

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

A very productive April for me! Last week, I chaired our meeting for Rotary International of Great Britain and Ireland and it was such an impactful day! We were able to network, meet friends, and know more about Rotary.

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.

It is my first time stepping foot in the Welsh Government office, and my heart is absolutely overjoyed! 😍 What an opportunity! 🙏

Books are now more important than ever 📚 Here are 10 we should all read in this current climate Comment your recommendations below 👇 1) How to do Nothing - Jenny Odell 2) Realm of Hungry Ghosts - Dr Gabor Mate 3) The Establishment - @owenjones.bsky.social 4) Stolen Focus - Johan Hari

Attended a very insightful and amazing Colorectal Study Day led by the ABUHB Colorectal team. Learned so much today!

Remember, every mountain can be climbed if you have the courage to take the first step. 👌 Taking the scenic route, in this beautiful weather🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Research Champions driving a culture of Research in ABUHB👏

Travelled to Coventry today and visited the University of Warwick to attend the VITAL Clinical Trial Principal Investigators Meeting. Aside from having a lovely sunny weather, my greatest takeaway is. Stay cool, your anaesthetist may not be the one warming up the planet.💚

We are at York today for Cancer Research UK Conference 2025.We explored challenges and opportunities in cancer Clinical Research, heard from impressive speakers, and attended a workshop in valuing research roles to deliver excellence! What a very productive day! ABUHB Research Delivery team👏

Let’s make clinical trials inclusive, accessible and impactful for all. - Cancer Research UK Conference 2025

Accelerating trial participant recruitment using SWATs.

Attending the Cancer Research Conference in York, UK, today. The topics and lineup of speakers are amazing!

Attending the Global Health Partnerships and Diaspora Successes - here to be part of the panel discussion: Global Health Partnerships Successes and Challenges.

‘The role of a research nurse remains one of the most misunderstood’ Victoria Garvey outlines the role and responsibilities of the research nurse, which is often misunderstood. #nursing #nurses #research #career #nurse #health #healthcare #researchnurse www.nursingtimes.net/research-and...

This model from Maslow feeds into staff retention and #patientsafety. Asking, 'what do you need?' authentically (right tone of voice and meaning it) creates a strong human connection and gives us more information in the present. #medsky #edusky @alisonleary1.bsky.social @marydixonwoods.bsky.social

Our #FNFAlumni Champions invite you to a wonderful event on 28 March to honour Florence Nightingale, in aid of @FNightingaleF. 💠 2-5pm 💠 Start at Embley, on to Romsey Abbey & Florence’s resting place 💠 Afternoon tea and special guests! Full details at: https://s.mtrbio.com/lngwksuygk

The first photo was taken on the day of our first duty as a nurse (Pre-OSCE) here in Wales. 5 years after, here we are, not just surviving, but thriving. Looking back, being a nurse has truly been a fulfilling experience, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

In honor of World Cancer Day on February 4, 2025, with the theme "United by Unique," the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) UK Wales Chapter proudly presents our upcoming webinar: Your story matters. #WorldCancerDay #UnitedbyUnique

Thank you so much for sharing these fab photos Regina! We are delighted to have you as an #FNFAlumna. Congratulations 👏

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