QICN appoints new deputy chief executive

The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing (QICN) has appointed a new deputy chief executive to help lead the organisation.

Dr Cate Wood, who first joined the QICN as director of nursing programmes (leadership) in 2023, will now also take on the role as deputy chief executive.

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The deputy role was previously held by the charity’s now chief executive, Steph Lawrence.

Dr Wood, who is a Queen’s Nurse, led the launch of the ‘Leading Strategically’ programme for senior community nurse leaders, and the ‘Ambition to Lead’ programme for nurses who are at an earlier stage in their career.

Before this, she worked across various nurse settings, including in district nursing, advanced practice, public health and secondary care.

She will retain her role as director of nursing programmes (leadership) alongside being the charity’s deputy chief executive.

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Meanwhile, Edino Peto, previously QICN events and membership manager, has been appointed as head of commercial operations.

Ms Peto will now oversee the development and introduction of a broad events strategy at the QICN, including by leading on the QICN’s organisational membership scheme and building relationships with corporate partners.

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Chief executive Ms Lawrence said: ‘Congratulations to Cate and Edina on their new positions, which reflect the growing range and complexity of the QICN’s operations.

‘The QICN is fortunate to benefit from their knowledge, skills and experience, strengthening our senior leadership team.’