Madeleine Jenkins

Madeleine Jenkins is a Senior Lecturer and Field Lead in the Health and Social Care Professions School at Buckinghamshire New University (BNU). She holds roles including Course Leader, External Examiner at the University of West of England, and secretary of NASNA (National Association of School Nurse Academics). Her career spans clinical practice in acute and community settings, specializing in School Nursing and Public Health.

Education:

• Registered Nurse (1995, University College Hospital, London)
• BSc (1st class Hons) in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (BNU, 2015)
• Diploma in Education and Training
• Certifications in Day Surgery, Preceptorship, and Palliative Care

Research Interests: Focuses on public health ethics and barriers to healthcare careers for underrepresented groups. Collaborated on a 2022 study examining progression pathways for disadvantaged students in Further Education. Engages in advocacy for equitable access to health professions.

Professional Engagement:

• Member of SAPHNA (School and Public Health Nurses Association)
• Member of Access to HE Quality and Development Committee (AQDC)