Supporting NHS organisations, private providers, and digital health developers with expert guidance on DCB0129 and DCB0160 compliance. We make digital safety meaningful — not just a tick-box.
The clinical safety expert behind SJR Clinical Safety — combining frontline NHS experience with specialist digital safety expertise.
I'm an Accredited Clinical Safety Officer with over 14 years of experience in the NHS, spanning frontline nursing, clinical informatics, and digital safety assurance. My journey began in direct patient care — first as a healthcare assistant and then as a registered nurse in medical, surgical, and community settings — where I developed a deep understanding of patient needs and multidisciplinary teamwork.
My interest in digital transformation led me into clinical informatics, where I joined a Trust's Digital Nursing team. I supported staff in adopting systems like Nervecentre and Lorenzo, and played a key role in delivering digital projects aligned with organisational strategy — always keeping patient safety at the heart of the work.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I helped set up a large-scale vaccination clinic, managing everything from staff training to service coordination — an experience that sharpened my ability to deliver under pressure in complex, fast-moving environments.
Since then, I've specialised in clinical safety and assurance. I've worked on a wide range of DCB0160 and DCB0129-compliant deployments, from Shared Care Records and Electronic Prescribing to Robotic Process Automation and national APIs — supporting both NHS organisations and private health IT developers through the complexities of clinical risk management, hazard analysis, and digital system assurance.
Today, I run SJR Clinical Safety, providing consultancy services to NHS and private sector partners. My work is rooted in a strong clinical foundation, a passion for safe digital transformation, and a practical understanding of how technology can support both clinicians and patients.
Work With StephenWe ensure your health IT system is safe, compliant, and ready for deployment. Whether you're launching a new product or evolving an existing platform — safety built in, not bolted on.
Comprehensive CRMPs tailored to your system and deployment context, meeting DCB0129 and DCB0160 standards.
Robust CSCRs that demonstrate your system's clinical safety, ready for submission and stakeholder review.
Structured hazard identification and risk assessment documentation aligned with national clinical safety standards.
Regular, ad-hoc, or post-go-live assurance reviews to validate and maintain clinical safety throughout your system's lifecycle.
Expert governance advice for system updates, changes, and ongoing compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Dedicated CSO support on a flexible basis — whether you need ongoing cover or project-specific expertise.
Clinical safety isn't just a regulatory requirement — it's about protecting patients and supporting clinicians. Digital tools have the power to improve care, but without proper oversight, they can introduce risk.
Our work ensures that systems are built and deployed in a way that reflects real-world clinical workflows, reduces risk, and aligns with national standards. Done right, clinical safety can give your system a real competitive edge.
Every decision grounded in real clinical impact and patient safety outcomes.
Fully aligned with DCB0129, DCB0160, DTAC and NHS national frameworks.
14+ years NHS experience from frontline nursing to national digital assurance.
Strong clinical safety credentials accelerate procurement and build buyer trust.
We've supported a wide range of organisations through digital transformation projects across all care settings.
If you handle patient data, support clinical decisions, or integrate into care workflows — we can help.
From early-stage startups to established NHS suppliers, we have a package to match your needs and budget. All pricing on request.
SJR Clinical Safety supports clients across the entire UK — from large NHS trusts in metropolitan areas to smaller providers and digital health startups in more rural regions.
Everything you need to know about clinical safety compliance, our services, and how we work.
We're happy to talk through your specific situation, system, or compliance requirements — no obligation, just a straightforward conversation.
Whether you're at concept stage, testing, or ready to go live — having a Clinical Safety Officer on board will give you confidence and assurance.
If you'd like a chat about how we can support your team or product, reach out via phone or LinkedIn and Steve will get back to you promptly.
From concept to go-live, we work alongside your team to ensure clinical safety is built in from day one — giving your system the credibility and compliance it needs to succeed in the NHS market.
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