A Glasgow nurse has been honoured with the prestigious Queen's Nurse title.

Katy Jenks, head of specialist services at care provider HC-One, was among 21 community nurses who received the award after completing a nine-month development programme.

The programme was run by the Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland (QNIS).

The nurses were recognised at a ceremony on November 28 at the Grassmarket Community Project in Edinburgh.

Queen’s Nursing in Scotland dates back to the late 19th century and recognises nurses who have completed specific training which allows them to provide care for Scotland's ‘sick poor’ communities.

The Queen's Nurse title was reintroduced in 2017.

Each year, around 20 community nurses and midwives are selected to embark on the Queen's Nurse Development Programme (QNDP).

There are now more than 170 contemporary Queen's Nurses working across Scotland.

The programme requires participants to choose an issue for development that will significantly impact those they care for, with a focus on promoting equity and inclusion.

Dr Sarah Doyle, chief executive and nurse director at the QNIS, said: "QNIS is delighted to award the Queen’s Nurse title to these fantastic nurses.

"Community nurses and midwives occupy a unique position in Scotland’s health service, working as they do in the heart of communities, championing the cause of those who are not heard, helping those facing real adversity.

"They do extraordinary work, every day.

"The Queen’s Nurse Development Programme supports participants to build their confidence, inspiring them to find and lead creative responses to the challenges faced by their colleagues and the communities they serve."

The QNDP is funded by grant-making trusts and donations.

The charitable trusts that have helped to fund candidates for the 2024 Queen’s Nurse programme include the Dunhill Medical Trust, NHS Lothian Charity, the Blythe Family Trust, and the General Nursing Council.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme has been a funding partner since 1931.