A NURSE from Derby has been nominated for a top award.

Kathryn Pierrepont, who works at the Royal School for the Deaf, in Ashbourne Road, is in line for a Patient's Choice award, handed out by the Nursing Standard.

She has been nominated by Linda Crofts, of Clifton Road, Allestree, whose son attends the school.

"Kathryn is very special because she works in true partnership with me," she said.

"The school's Ofsted report for care was outstanding and particularly singled her out for praise.

"When I congratulated her, she was pleased but thought she was doing her job. She is a real star."

There is still time for patients to nominate a nurse.

Call 020 8423 1066 for an entry form or visit www.patients-choice.co.uk.