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Nursing Times Workforce Awards | Shortlist is here!

We’re thrilled to announce the shortlist for this year’s Nursing Times Workforce Awards has been announced, congratulations to all our finalists! The standard of entries was higher than ever and we’re truly grateful to everyone who took the time to submit their work.

Celebrate innovation and excellence in workforce planning.

This prestigious event unites nursing professionals to tackle workforce challenges and honour those making a real difference in recruitment, retention, wellbeing, inclusion, and patient care.

Summit (virtual) – 19 November

Join us for a free-to-attend online event on 19 November , offering accessible insight and expert-led sessions from the comfort of your own space. This event serves as a precursor to the in person summit held at the London Hilton Metropole on 26 November.

Summit (in-person) – 26 November

The 2025 Nursing Times Workforce Summit will attract over 250 senior attendees from across NHS, acute, community, mental health and independent healthcare providers to discuss key aspects of the NHS long term workforce plan from education and training to retention and transforming nursing practice and workplace culture.

Awards - entries are now closed!

With 18 award categories , we recognise the outstanding individuals, teams, and initiatives shaping the future of the nursing workforce.

Winning or being shortlisted raises your profile, showcases best practice, and provides well-deserved recognition for your hard work. Now that entries are c losed, its nowe time for you to book your table for the night. Don't miss out on a chance to celebrate achievements, share innovations, and inspire positive change across the sector . Book your table now!

By attending this conference, you can earn CPD points towards your professional development. This event has been assessed by The CPD Group.

Countdown to Nursing Times Workforce Summit & Awards

NT Workforce Summit & Awards in numbers



500+ Entries


700+ Awards attendees


60+ Speakers


200+ Online Attendees


300+ Summit attendees

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Thank you to everyone who entered this year’s awards, the work being done throughout healthcare is truly inspiring.

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Why attend

With the upcoming abolition of NHS England and ongoing system transformation, 2025’s content will focus on what this major shift means for the nursing workforce. 

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Great appreciation of teams and individuals

Georgina Tain Lead Clinical educator – theatres University Hospitals Birmingham Foundation NHS Trust

Amazing to be recognised for the hard work that is being done.

Andrea Wilson Community Staff Nurse Newcastle upon Tyne hospitals NHS Foundation trust

It was such a great event and having been chosen to attend was a great honour.

Rosemary Dougan Nursing Associate Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

It was fabulous, overwhelming and excellent awards night!

Cynthia Punzal Staff Nurse/Educator Midyorks

The event was a celebration of nursing excellence. It was great to experience this event, network and share in the successes.

Carla Vidale Community Matron South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

We are absolutely over the moon to win this award tonight. We are so very proud because the project means so much to us.

Best Workplace for Learning & Development, South Tees Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust & South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

This is absolutely testament to the work these guys do. In making sure international nurses settle in well and achieve their career goals.

Best International Recruitment Experience, Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

I've never had an award before of this nature and to see so many marvellous entries and to be the top one is outstanding.

Best Social Responsibility Programme, Hywei Dda University Health Board

This is about the communities of action out there. The internationally educated workforce that built this up. It's not about us it's about the people.

Best Employer for Staff Recognition and Engagement, NHS England North East & Yorkshire and SW Region, NHS England Retention Team

I feel very proud and blessed. One, that I got nominated. two, that I'm here, and three that the judges chose to accept me today. I feel really happy about it.

It's one of the most prestigious awards out there that recognises the nursing workforce. So, it's such a privilege and an honor to win.

Overseas Nurse of the Year. University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. Paul John Alegado

Key dates


Live judging

 		13-15 October 2025

Summit (virtual)

 		Wednesday 19 November 2025

Summit (in-person)

 		Wednesday 26 November 2025

Nursing Times Workforce Awards

 		Wednesday 26 November 2025