Admiral Nurses
Admiral Nurses were named by the family of Joseph Levy CBE BEM. He founded the charity Dementia UK. Joseph had vascular dementia. He was known as ‘Admiral Joe’ because of his love of sailing.
What do Admiral Nurses do?
Admiral Nurses are registered nurses who specialise in dementia care. They work with families and people affected by dementia. They focus on complex periods of transition.
Admiral Nurses focus on patients with complex needs. They do not work with all patients with a diagnosis of dementia.
Admiral Nurses provide the specialist dementia support that families need.
When things get challenging, an Admiral Nurse can work alongside people with dementia and their families. They can give one-to-one support, expert guidance and practical solutions. The unique dementia expertise and experience an Admiral Nurse brings is a lifeline. It helps families to live more positively with dementia in the present. It helps to face the challenges of tomorrow with more confidence and less fear.
Most Admiral Nurses work in the community for the NHS. Others work in care homes, hospitals and hospices.
Admiral Nurses work with people and families affected by all types of dementia. This including Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.
Acute nurse service at Northumbria Healthcare
The Acute Admiral Nurse Service is part of the Dementia, Delirium and EnCOP Team. The service consists of three qualified nurses and a team administrator.
The Acute Admiral Nurse Service operates Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) from 8am to 4pm.
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The team aims to support people with dementia while in hospital. They also support their carers and relatives and the staff caring for them.
They are available to offer advice and information. They can signpost to colleagues, who may be supporting a relative or loved one with dementia at home.