Meet the team

Registered General Nurse Based in: East Anglia

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

Foundation in Burns and Plastics (2016)
Educator in Health and Social Care (2015)
Diploma in Leadership and Management (2015)
Registered General Nurse – PIN 09E0988E
Royal College of Nursing membership full membership 2022733

Member of BABICM (British Association of Brain Injury Case Managers).

As Chantel has a passion for learning  and safe delivery of care she supports Chantel is an RGN with over 15 years’ experience of caring for patients, both in hospital and in their own homes.

With experience as a Clinical Lead, Registered Manager and Nominated Individual; all roles she was required to supervise the management of the regulated activity provided, she was responsible for clients being cared for in their own homes aided by a team of Registered Nurses and healthcare support workers, for both adults and children. She was responsible for the overall care and appropriate referral to agencies and would then act as co-ordinator and facilitator as required, but remained accountable for professional nursing care provided. In addition, Chantel has experience of caring for acutely ill, chronically ill and terminally ill people, including palliative care patients within nursing hospital and home settings.

Chantel has specialist interests in complex clinical care to include plastic trauma, brain  and spinal injury and all community nursing issues. She also has experience of working within an intensive care unit, stabilising patients with severe injuries, prior to them being transferred to longer term rehabilitation units with the aim of them returning to live within their own homes with family members or supported by a specially recruited care team.

Chantel acts as Nurse adviser to case managers and complex care agencies and for whom she delivers all aspects of clinical support. She develops clinical protocols and guidelines for care and management of clients, both adult and children, with a wide range of conditions, including complex care needs.

Chantel also provides clinical training to case management clients,  complex care agencies and via local commissioners for clients in receipt of a personal health budget.

Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RN DipHE)

Based in: West Midlands

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse – PIN 00J2116E

Royal College of Nursing membership full membership 1911548

Marie qualified as a nurse in 2003 and worked in a variety of NHS settings where she gained skills working with both adults and children with additional needs, particularly children with neurological impairment and complex clinical needs.

Marie has wide experience of leading teams in the community, whilst meeting both Ofsted and CQC regulations. In previous roles, Marie was responsible for the overall care and appropriate referral to agencies and would then act as co-ordinator and facilitator as required, whilst remaining accountable for professional nursing care provided.

Marie has specialist interests in neurological impairment and behaviours that challenge.

In her role for Orchard Brooks Healthcare, Marie acts as nursing consultant and a clinical trainer to clients in the community. She supports with assessments, implementing care plans with clinical procedures and undertakes and implements both environmental and clinical risk assessments. Marie also provides clinical training and competencies to healthcare professionals.

In her free time, Marie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, practising yoga, cooking, exploring new places and going on coastal walks with her husband and dog, Leo.

Adrienne joined Orchard Brooks Healthcare as Clinical Coordinator.

Adrienne has many years’ experience of working in admin roles, specifically in the healthcare industry.

Adrienne is passionate about providing excellent customer service and will be overseeing the OBH training bookings process and client liaison and communication, so please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

Registered General Nurse

Based in: Essex

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

RGN – PIN 06A1066E
Dip HE Adult Nursing
BSC Hons Critical Care Nursing

Andrew Reeve joins Orchard Brooks Healthcare as a Clinical Trainer. Andrew is a registered nurse, with extensive experience of working in a critical care setting, as well as holding senior management positions both clinically and operationally.

As a Critical Care trained nurse, Andrew’s passion is to ensure patients receive the utmost care and attention following extensive injury, surgery and life-threatening illness, and applies the same principles to providing homecare to clients. Since leaving the NHS in December 2019, Andrew has taken the opportunity to work within the community, providing homecare to clients who have complex needs (including spinal injuries).

Outside of work Andrew enjoys long walks and more challenging activities at the local gym.

Registered General Nurse

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

RRegistered General Nurse – PIN 13H2669E

Yahaira qualified as a Registered Nurse in 2017. She brings a wealth of experience in nursing and healthcare management. Her career includes roles as a Stroke Nurse, Intensive Care Nurse, and Neuro-rehabilitation Ward Nurse, as well as Clinical Lead and Learning & Development Lead.

As an Intensive Care Nurse, Yahaira provided specialised care to critically ill patients requiring close monitoring and advanced medical interventions. She managed complex cases involving respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, and severe trauma, ensuring the highest standards of care. Her responsibilities included continuous assessment of vital signs, timely medication administration, and rapid response to changes in patient conditions.

Yahaira worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalised care plans. She utilised advanced medical equipment to monitor progress and adjust treatments as needed, always striving for optimal patient outcomes.

Her career has consistently focused on delivering patient-centred care, fostering strong team collaboration, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

In her role for Orchard Brooks Healthcare, Yahaira acts as a clinical trainer and provides clinical training and competencies to healthcare professionals.

Based in: Northamptonshire

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse – PIN 09B0547E

Liz is a Registered Learning Disability Nurse with 15 years’ experience. She has dedicated much of her career to working in the community, supporting individuals with complex health conditions. Her expertise includes assisting those with spinal cord injuries and related needs, such as bowel management, brain injuries, and various neurological conditions.

With a wealth of experience in assessing clients’ individual needs, Liz is skilled in developing comprehensive care and risk management plans. Additionally, she has a strong background in training and conducting competency assessments for care teams, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.

Contact Number: 07577 024 994
Based in: East Riding, Yorkshire
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
Diploma HE in Nursing Studies (Child) (RN DipHE) – PIN 00I7505E

Jo is a highly motivated professional with over 25 years of experience in the health and social care sector, specialising in a variety of roles, including complex care in the community. As an experienced trainer and training manager, she possesses a genuine passion for mentoring and supporting individuals and teams to enhance their skills, build confidence, and realise their potential. Jo is dedicated to delivering quality results in a positive and motivational manner.
Outside of work, Jo enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Skip and Chief, as well as her horse, Monty. They provide her with a healthy work-life balance, helping her to relax and recharge from the demands of her professional responsibilities.

Based in: Leicester
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
DipHE Adult Nursing DMU – PIN 07L0358E
BSc Midwifery DMU

Jenny joined the OBH team as a Nurse Consultant, to support the delivery of clinical training and clinical consultancy services.

Jenny is a highly experienced adult nurse with seventeen years post qualification experience in roles including Senior Practice Nurse and Case Manager.

Jenny has worked in intensive care, supporting critically ill patients requiring ventilation, dialysis, TPN, PEG, and tracheostomy care. In her community-based roles, Jenny was responsible for wound care, medication administration, catheterisation, infection control and management of long-term conditions, as well as conducting clinical audits and being involved in clinical governance.