Zena Bleasdale

Zena is a Registered Nurse with a wide range of clinical experiences both within the acute and primary care settings. Since qualifying in 1999, Zena has held positions within general and burns intensive care units, district nursing, tissue viability nursing, medical and cardiothoracic surgical wards and practice-based education.

During this time, Zena developed a passion for teaching, supporting and developing students and colleagues alike, which led her to undertake educational roles. These roles initially commenced within clinical practice, but following the completion of the Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning, she transitioned into university education.

Zena joined the university in 2019 as a Lecturer on the FdSc Nursing Associate Programme, prior to becoming the Programme Lead in 2020. She now works as Senior Lecturer/ Programme Lead on the BSc Nursing Programme.

Educational Qualifications:
MA Teaching and Learning in Higher and Professional Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in professional Practice
BSc (Hons) Professional Studies in Health and Social Care
Wound Care
Advanced Professional Development. Prepare Nurses to Prescribe from the Nurse Prescribers’ Formulary for Community Practitioners.
Developing Research Skills
Preparation for Mentorship
Enhanced ENB100 Intensive Care Nursing
Diploma in Professional Studies in Nursing