Matron Recognized with Award for £60,000 Fundraising Efforts

An award has been bestowed upon a nurse who successfully generated over £60,000 to benefit hospitals. Claire Flatt, a matron employed at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, is the recipient of a Cavell Star Award. Her colleagues characterized her as an inspiring figure, motivating staff to consider how they might become “kinder and more conscientious team members.” Ms Flatt expressed that receiving the award was a “real honour and a very humbling experience.” She further stated: “I feel immensely proud to be recognised for my work and leadership, both of which I am so passionate about.“For me, nursing is about more than individual contributions. It’s about uplifting each other, creating positive change, and making a difference for our patients and staff.“I’m grateful for the opportunity to give back, and this recognition reinforces my commitment to continuing this journey.” In the previous year, she generated £1,000 by cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia, benefiting the Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust’s Well Wishers charity. Her nomination included the statement: “Claire is very busy within her role, yet always finds the time to be a listening ear and professional friend.” The Cavell Star Awards are designed to acknowledge nurses and midwives who “shine bright and show exceptional care to one of three groups of people; patients, patient’s families or their colleagues”. For further updates, BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country can be followed on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X, and Instagram. This content is copyrighted by BBC in 2024. All rights are reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the material found on external websites. Information regarding their policy on external linking is available for review.