26/06/25

Meet Caroline, our Quality and Safety Coordinator

As a Quality and Safety Coordinator, I am responsible for making sure the Hospice adheres to quality standards and maintains a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

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How long have you worked at St Rocco’s?

This is my second job at the Hospice, and I have been in this role now for nearly 5 years.

I originally started at the old Hospice as a Staff Nurse and then moved across to our present building when it opened. I then became the Day Unit Sister and held that post for about 15 years, before helping to set up our Hospice at Home service with Tracy Griffin. Following this, I went on to become a Clinical Nurse Specialist, supporting day unit patients with clinical reviews. I also provided acupuncture clinics once a week.

What is your favourite food?

I don’t have one, as I like lots of different food, although I am a pescatarian, so no meat.

What is your favourite song/music?

I love lots of different types of music, so impossible to say!

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself

I am not sure there is one!!

What is the best thing about your job?

Helping to support the clinical team.

What do you do to switch off from work?

I have 11 grandchildren and another one due in October so am always kept very busy.

I enjoy holidays away to have some relaxation time, and love to walk and also to read. I also like gardening and growing my own fruit and vegetables.