Eleanor Williamson

As a registered nurse and current student midwife, my career has been shaped by a deep-rooted commitment to women’s health and a profound respect for the emotional complexities surrounding healthcare. My background — spanning critical care, maternity services, public health and clinical education— reflects a strong foundation in evidence-based, patient-centred care. But also shows a passion for supporting people during some of the most vulnerable, life-altering moments they may ever face. This human aspect of care is what fuels me as a healthcare professional. It’s what motivates me to create safe, empathetic, and empowering spaces where patients feel listened to, respected, and truly supported.

Alongside my clinical work, I volunteer as a nurse educator for a pre-hospital care charity. This role reflects my passion for development — both my own and that of others — and has given me experience in simulation-based education, leadership, and quality improvement. This role has allowed me to travel to rural Tanzania to deliver medical educational courses. I’ve contributed to audits and have been actively involved in improving teaching strategies to reflect current evidence-based practice.

As part of my ongoing professional development, I have completed Suffolk Mind training, which has significantly deepened my understanding of emotional needs and mental wellbeing — both for patients and for myself as a practitioner. This training provided me with practical tools to recognise when individuals are struggling emotionally and respond in a way that supports their mental health and sense of safety. I’ve applied this learning particularly in emotionally sensitive settings, where patients may be experiencing anxiety, grief, or uncertainty. It has strengthened my ability to offer compassionate support and helped me create a space where patients feel listened to, validated, and respected.