John Unsworth

John Unsworth is a prominent figure in nursing education and leadership at Northumbria University. He currently serves as the Interim Deputy Faculty Pro Vice Chancellor - Health and Life Sciences.1 Professor Unsworth has a background in primary and community care, having worked in Higher Education since 2007.1

Key aspects of John Unsworth's career and achievements include:

1. Academic roles: He has held positions at the Higher Education Academy, University of Sunderland, and Northumbria University.1

2. Research focus: His research relates to patient safety and workforce development around competence.1

3. Clinical experience: Unsworth has a background in primary and community care, including roles as a Nurse Director and Board Nurse for NHS organizations.1

4. Honors and recognitions:

   • Awarded an OBE in the 2022 Queen's Birthday Honours list for services to community nursing and community nurse education12
   • National Teaching Fellow (2013) for his work in simulation education and student assessment1
   • Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2016)1
   • Fellow of the European Academy of Nursing Science1
   • Fellow of the Faculty of Nursing of the Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland1

5. Leadership positions:

   • Chair of the Queen's Nursing Institute1
   • Global Nursing Leadership Institute Scholar with the International Council of Nurses1

6. International work: He has worked to develop practice and higher education teachers in various countries, including Thailand, China, Hungary, Ghana, Vietnam, Bahrain, Ukraine, and Grenada.1

Professor Unsworth is recognized for his contributions to nursing education, community healthcare, and workforce development.123