Buckinghamshire New University appoints their new Head of School of Nursing and Midwifery

Dr Barry Hill has been appointed as Professor of Acute and Critical Care Nursing, and Head of School of Nursing and Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University (BNU).  

Professor Damien Page, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at BNU said: 

“We’re delighted to announce that Barry Hill has been appointed as Professor of Acute and Critical Care Nursing, and Head of School of Nursing and Midwifery. With an exceptional track record of nursing practice, education, leadership and research, Barry will take the School into an ambitious new phase that will firmly position BNU as a leader in nursing and midwifery education and research.”

Commenting on his appointment, Dr Barry Hill said:

“Joining Buckinghamshire New University as a Professor of Acute and Critical Care Nursing, and Head of School of Nursing and Midwifery is a fantastic opportunity to lead in an innovative and collaborative environment. I look forward to advancing evidence-based practice and high-quality education while building a research-rich culture. With the University’s strong commitment to practice placement partners, its dedication to excellence in nursing and midwifery student success, and the new vision for the school, this role promises an exciting educational journey for students while offering an academic framework that recognises staff achievements and contributes significantly to my own professional and personal growth”. 

“My initial objective is to align my school with the University’s Thrive 28 strategy, affirming BNU’s long-term vision to become a highly connected, permeable, student- and customer-focused, business-oriented institution that is strategic, impactful, and fully engaged with its stakeholders." 

Dr Hill is currently an Associate Professor of Nursing and Critical Care and Director of Nursing Midwifery and Health Employability at Northumbria University.