Partner governors, appointed to work with Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, are working on your behalf to improve health services for the future.

These governors represent the organisations we work closely with to provide our services.

Your Partner Governors

Michelle Brown, University of Derby

I am Head of Adult Nursing at the University of Derby, and an Adult Nurse with a background in Palliative and End of Life Care.

I’m currently studying a PhD, which includes primary research looking at the experiences of pre-registration nursing students in caring for patients and their loved ones, as they reach palliative and end of life phase of their illness.

Being a partner governor allows me to support the local Trust and share good practice, but also contribute to the Trust's success in a meaningful way. Many of our students take up qualified nursing posts and this is an opportunity to support them in their onward journey too.

Steven Brennan-Collis is the deputy Partner Governor for Michelle. 

Dr Fiona Wilson, University of Sheffield

I have had the privilege of being a Governor since February 2020 - just before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite the pressures of COVID-19 faced by the NHS and Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS FT, my orientation to become a Governor was welcoming and I was pleased to volunteer as a representative of the University of Sheffield’s Faculty of Health and Medicine. 

My role as a Governor offers the opportunity for me to ‘give something back’ to the NHS, as well as represent our fantastic students and placement learning. 

My background is in nursing, including critical care and palliative care. I am currently a lecturer in older people and care, with a research interest in palliative and end-of-life care. I am particularly interested in exploring how services can meet the needs of older people, as well as support people to make decisions about their care. 

The role of Chesterfield Royal Hospital Foundation Trust in the partnership working toward integrated care and Joined Up Care Derbyshire is particularly exciting and innovative and I look forward to seeing this work develop.

 

Fiona's Deputy is Rachel Johki. 

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Judy Staton, Local Authority 

I am a Chesterfield Borough Councillor and member of the Council’s Cabinet with responsibility for Governance.

I am a Chesterfield Borough Councillor and member of the Council’s Cabinet with responsibility for Governance. 

I applied for the position of partner governor at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS FT because of my interest in healthcare. This is partly a result of my longstanding professional involvement in developing training and qualifications for the care sector, but it is also due to the amount of time that I have spent over the last five years liaising and negotiating with Chesterfield Hospital colleagues on behalf of a close relative who has had multiple hospital admissions and visits to the Emergency Department.

This has given me a good understanding of the challenges that the hospital is facing and a strong desire to contribute to tackling them, especially the need for a better interface between health and social care.

 

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Mary Dooley

Mary has dedicated over two decades to public service, serving as a District Councillor for 22 years representing Pinxton Parish.

Her longstanding commitment to the community is reflected in her roles as Deputy Leader of Bolsover District Council for three years and as Portfolio Holder for Health & Wellbeing, Leisure, Contact Centres, and the Bolsover Partnership for the past 12 years.

Mary is deeply rooted in her local community and actively involved in numerous initiatives aimed at improving the lives of residents. She has played a key role on the Leisure Committee for the Leisure Centre (The Arc) at Clowne and has recently been instrumental in securing a new church hall for the Parish of Pinxton, further demonstrating her dedication to community development.

With her wealth of experience in public service, health, and community engagement, Mary brings a passionate and informed voice to the role of NHS Governor.

 

Jeanne Raspin is deputy for Anne. 

David Radford, Voluntary Sector

I have worked in the Voluntary Sector, at the Voluteer Centre, for 27 years where I have been behind some of the Centre’s innovative projects for young and elderly people.

The Centre worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic as we provided a shopping service for those on the shielded list or forced to socially isolate.

I enjoy writing and photography and, for my sins, I am a season ticket holder with Chesterfield FC.

Tim Adwick, Voluntary Sector

After many years of navigating my own physical and mental health challenges, and with the invaluable support from Derbyshire Action’s staff and the lasting relationships I’ve built at the Hub @ Low Pavement, I have developed a passion and confidence to use my skills and experience to support my local community, particularly in the areas of health and mental wellbeing.

After many years of navigating my own physical and mental health challenges, and with the invaluable support from Derbyshire Action’s staff and the lasting relationships I’ve built at the Hub @ Low Pavement, I have developed a passion and confidence to use my skills and experience to support my local community, particularly in the areas of health and mental wellbeing.

With 35 years of lived experience, I founded a not-for-profit community organisation that leverages the power of photography to break down barriers, raise aspirations, build new relationships, and promote good mental health and wellbeing.

I currently serve on the Derbyshire Voluntary Action’s Board of Directors and am an active member of both the Derbyshire Voluntary Action Health and Social Care Voluntary Sector Forum and the Chesterfield Living Well Collaborative.

I believe in an equal society where everyone has equitable and easy access to the right support. Health and social care are integral parts of my life due to my own health conditions, and I use this lived experience to help the Chesterfield community come together to improve their health and wellbeing.

I aim to use my skills to foster deeper relationships and understanding between our local communities, the Voluntary Community Sector, and Chesterfield Royal Hospital. I am committed to honestly and openly representing the voice of Derbyshire Voluntary Action members and the wider VCSE community.

Tom Kidsley

I currently serve as the Assistant Principal Finance, IT & Estates at Chesterfield College, where I lead the strategic direction and operational management of the College’s financial planning, ICT infrastructure, and estate development.

My role is focused on ensuring long-term sustainability, innovation, and excellence across these key areas, supporting the College’s mission to Inspiring Futures, Changing Lives.

Prior to joining Chesterfield College in January 2023, my career was rooted in the private sector, where I held roles at notable organisations including Derby County Football Club, Decathlon UK, and Denby Pottery. These experiences have equipped me with a broad and dynamic skill set in financial leadership, commercial strategy, and operational efficiency, which I now bring to the education sector.

I am honoured to serve as a Partner Governor, I am passionate about exploring how our students can actively contribute to shaping the future of our much-loved National Health Service, and I look forward to deepening these partnerships for the benefit of our community.