The title of Queen’s Nurse is awarded by the Queen’s Nursing Institute in recognition of demonstrated leadership, commitment to high standards of patient care, and contribution to improving nursing practice. It is a prestigious professional distinction granted to nurses who have shown sustained impact in their field, particularly through leadership, innovation, service development, and influence on practice. The awarding of the title recognises nurses who are committed to improving care for individuals and communities and who contribute to advancing the nursing profession through clinical leadership, education, policy influence, or service improvement.