Coventry and Warwickshire Newly Qualified Recruitment Collaboration Shortlisted for RLDatix Awards Europe 2025

Coventry and Warwickshire System – UHCW, GEH, SWFT, CWPT, GP Alliance, Coventry University – is proud to announce that the Coventry and Warwickshire Newly Qualified Recruitment Collaboration has been shortlisted for Collaborative Excellence in Integrated and System-Wide Care at the RLDatix Awards Europe 2025.

These awards recognise health and care professionals and teams driving improvements in care quality, patient safety and workforce effectiveness.

The Coventry and Warwickshire Newly Qualified Recruitment Collaboration was recognised during judging for its impact and commitment to improvement. The initiative introduced a centralised recruitment and placement process for Newly Qualified Nurses across five NHS organisations and Coventry University.

By creating a single application portal, coordinating allocations, and aligning communication, the collaboration has improved student experience, reduced last-minute withdrawals, and supported safer staffing across the system.

Associate Director of Nursing for Workforce, Paula Seery said: "I am incredibly proud of the team for being shortlisted for this award.

"The collaboration, dedication, and work put into this project truly exemplifies excellence in innovation and ultimately supports the continued provision of safe, high-quality care for our patients.

"This recognition is thoroughly deserved."

Paul Saunders, President UK&I, RLDatix, said: “Congratulations to Coventry and Warwickshire System on your shortlist for the Collaborative Excellence in Integrated and System-Wide Care Award.

"The work behind the Coventry and Warwickshire Newly Qualified Recruitment Collaboration shows what can be achieved when teams are committed to making care safer and better for everyone.

"It is a privilege to recognise your work, and we look forward to celebrating with you in October.”

A full list of the RLDatix Awards 2025 finalists can be found at https://events.rldatix.com/event/summit-europe-2025/awards.

The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony at Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 21st October 2025.