A registered nurse is a nurse who has graduated from a nursing program and has passed a national licensing exam to obtain a nursing license. ‘A shortage of nurses at band 5-level across the board means there are plenty of job opportunities across the country,’ says Cathy Taylor, careers advisor for the Royal College of Nursing (RCN). …
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Whether you’re looking for bank work or your next permanent nursing job, a good recruitment consultant can make all the difference. Recruiters know what’s happening with local employers and can tell you about potential opportunities, as well as the skills currently in most demand. So how do you make sure you’re top of the recruiter’s list? We …
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The role of advanced nurse practitioner (ANP) was introduced to the NHS in the 1990s and is now an established part of the healthcare team, both in general practice and in hospital settings. Despite this, there remains a lack of clarity about the role. So what is an advanced nurse practitioner? Also known as advanced practitioners or …
If you are caring and compassionate and like the idea of offering hands-on care and having a lot of contact with patients, a job as a health care assistant (HCA) might be for you. Where they work Sometimes known as clinical support workers, nursing assistants, nursing auxiliaries or auxiliary nurses, HCAs work in a variety of settings, …
Many nurses feel daunted at the prospect of delegating, but it’s an important skill and one worth mastering. Done well, it can free up some of your time to focus on more complex patient cases, as well as helping to develop the skills of nursing support staff. It’s important that you are clear on your …
As part of the new revalidation process, nurses and midwives must provide at least five written pieces of reflection. These can be based on your continuing professional development (CPD), a practice-related event, or feedback from colleagues or patients. When choosing what to write about, you should pick something that happened in the three years prior …
If you clicked on the link to this article, chances are you love babies. And judging by statistics, most women in the UK agree with you. In 2015, 664,399 babies were born in England, a rise of 2,903 births from 2014. Births in Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland also saw increases. A trend of women over 40 …
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Children’s nursing is hugely rewarding, but can also be emotionally demanding. If you’re interested in becoming a paediatric nurse, here’s what to expect from the training and how to decide whether the job is right for you. What the job involves Paediatric nurses work in hospitals, homes and the community, assessing the needs and caring for …
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The UK is in the midst of a healthcare staffing crisis, and this has affected nursing salaries. An ageing population is in need of more care, and this means that the trend toward increasing the ratio of nurses to patients in hospitals has intensified. In fact, the Centre for Workforce Intelligence predicted that in 2016, …
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Are you considering a career as a paramedic, but feeling apprehensive about the demands of a role on the frontline of the health service? Read on to discover what paramedic training involves and the kind of skills and qualities you need for the job. What the role involves Paramedics work on their own or with …
Phlebotomists take blood samples from patients, then label and send them off to the laboratory for analysis and testing. If you’re interested in working in a healthcare role and don’t mind the sight of blood, read on for the skills, requirements and training you need. Where they work Phlebotomists work in a variety of healthcare settings – mainly …
If you enjoy working with children and would like a career in healthcare, a job as a healthy play specialist might be for you. Read on to discover what the role involves and the skills, qualifications, and experience you’ll need. What does it involve? Sometimes referred to as “hospital play specialists”, healthy play specialists are …
Negotiating salary can be a daunting task for healthcare workers in the private sector, particularly if you’re used to set pay-bands within the NHS. Whether you want to secure a better package at interview or ask your boss for a pay rise, here’s how to make your case and get a better deal. Do some …
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London is without doubt one of the great cities of the world and has plenty to offer as a place to live and work, including many globally renowned medical institutions. When it comes to job opportunities, there are plenty of nurses jobs in London. However the capital has a notoriously high cost of living and its …
As a qualified learning disability nurse you already have some experience of the role – but how do you further your career? Heike Guilford, Managing Director of The Coaching Nurse, shares the advice that has seen her successfully progress her own career from support worker to head of nursing services and beyond. 1. Understand your organisation …
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Concerned about the new revalidation process? We’ve tackled some of the most common concerns, as well as the myths and misconceptions, to put your mind at ease. 1. ‘I’m worried my writing skills aren’t good enough to complete the reflection piece’ Many nurses worry about the reflection piece of revalidation, but you don’t need formal …
You might shudder at the idea of networking and consider it horrible business speak, but the truth is that developing professional contacts is important for your career progression, as well as being necessary to meet the new revalidation requirements. Nick Simpson, CEO of nursing agency MSI Group, explains: ‘Under new regulations, nurses will have to obtain …
If you enjoy teaching others and have experience and knowledge in a specialist nursing area, becoming a nurse lecturer could be the next step in your career. Read on to discover the qualifications and experience you need, and what it takes to succeed in the role. What the role involves Nurse lecturers are employed by …
Some 2.5 million Brits are currently living with cancer – a figure which is expected to nearly double by 2030, thanks to improvements in treatment and an ageing population. Each year, more than 335,000 people are diagnosed with cancer in the UK. Supporting them through initial diagnosis, and ensuring they don’t have to face cancer …
Nurses have a duty to report and challenge poor and unsafe practice. Yet while systems and processes should be in place so that staff can highlight concerns without fear of retribution or retaliation, many nurses are reluctant to speak up. Nearly one third of NHS employees said they do not feel secure raising concerns about …
According to data from Economic modelling specialists Human Health and Social Work Activities grew by 2% when comparing 2013 to 2014, adding 88,373 jobs within the sector. Activity within hospitals saw the most jobs added in the same period contributing 28,178 new jobs to the total number. Residential nursing care activities went up by 3% …
