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Joshua Nwambo

Nursing and Advanced Practice

Faculty of Health

Joshua is a versatile and highly skilled nurse with a diverse background in both overseas and UK healthcare settings. His extensive qualifications and clinical experience span across trauma orthopaedics, adult nursing, and public health. He holds a First-Class Honours Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Science from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria, and is professionally qualified as an Adult Nurse, Midwife, and Public Health Nurse in Nigeria. Additionally, Joshua further advanced his expertise by obtaining a Master’s degree in Trauma Science from Queen Mary University, London, and is registered as an adult nurse with the UK’s Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Joshua's nursing career began at the American University of Nigeria Health Centre, where he worked as a registered nurse and researcher from 2015 to 2019. During this period, he honed his skills in patient care and research, gaining valuable experience in a challenging healthcare environment. In pursuit of broader opportunities, he relocated to the UK, where he has since worked in both community and acute care settings.

In his role at Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation, Joshua earned an Excellence in Care Award, recognizing his dedication to patient care, advocacy, and his commitment to delivering the highest standard of healthcare. At Liverpool University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, he further distinguished himself by engaging student nurses in practical, hands-on learning experiences, while also exploring the importance of professional charisma within the multidisciplinary teams.

Currently, Joshua serves as a lecturer in the School of Nursing and Advanced Practice, where his teaching focuses on trauma management, health promotion, professionalism, global health, and emotional intelligence in nursing. His expertise and passion for education help shape the next generation of healthcare professionals, while his continued involvement in clinical practice ensures his teaching is grounded in real-world experience.

Degrees

2019, Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom, Masters of Trauma Science
2013, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria, Bachelor of Nursing Science (HON)

Certifications

2024, Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom, Postgraduate Certificate in Medication and healthcare Education
2019, Nursing and Midwifery Council, United Kingdom, Registered Nurse Adult

Academic appointments

Lecturer, School of Nursing and Advanced Practice, Liverpool John Moores University, 2024 - present

Journal article

Ogbe AC, Nwankwo CU, Agbele TO, Nwambo JC. 2020. Socio-Demographic Determinants of Exclusive Breastfeeding Practices Among Nursing Mothers in Enugu State International Journal of Studies in Nursing, 5 :15-15 DOI Publisher Url Public Url

Agbele TO, Nwambo JC, Nwankwo UC. 2018. Patients’ Perception of Quality Nursing Care in a Federal Medical Centre International Journal of Nursing and Health Science, 4 :1-7 DOI Publisher Url Public Url

Nwambo JC, IIo CI, Agbapuonwu NE, Nwankwo UC. 2016. Perception of Student Nurses on Variables Influencing Academic Achievement in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State Nigeria American Journal of Nursing Science, 5 :258-258 DOI Publisher Url Public Url

Nwambo JC, Eappen P, Joseph SF, Agbele TO. 2016. Malaria Control Strategy Among Members of American University of Nigeria Yola Science Journal of Public Health, 4 :440-440 DOI Publisher Url Public Url

Membership of professional bodies:

Member, Royal College of Nursing. 2024

Member, Nursing and Midwifery Council. 2019

Associate Member, Association of Learning technology.

Award:

Common Wealth Distant Learning Masters Scholarship, Commonwealth & Development Office. 2017

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