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Research matters

Susanne Cruickshank talks to Jennifer Sprinks about the joys and challenges of a research...

Why work in nursing research?

Academic research is a growing career pathway for nurses. Here two nurses reveal what...

A different perspective through research

The shortage of robust research into mental health issues could be addressed by nurses...

Inspired by patients

Director of nursing and quality at Lincolnshire Partnership Foundation Trust Anne-Maria...

Passion for nursing

Claire Harris, ward sister at Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport, South Wales, began training...

Expanding skills and experience

A careers clinic aimed at improving staff retention has made it easier for nurses to...

Make the right choice between two job offers

If you find yourself in the enviable position of having more than one job offer to consider...

Local role that’s hard to ignore

Debora Brown is full of enthusiasm and ideas for improving care – just what is called for in...

Secure that ideal job

Finding the perfect role requires self-analysis, determination, research… and an inspiring...

A lifelong privilege working in palliative care

Helen Meehan’s dedication to improving palliative care led to her being awarded a British...

With responsibility comes vulnerability

Advanced nurse practitioners need to take steps to protect themselves against negligence...

Take a walk on the wild side

A course on how to cater for the health needs of extreme travellers can help nurses add...

Prepare for interview

Practice makes perfect and being prepared before an interview can often give you that extra...

Finding my niche in emergency care

Diego Vazquez Lopez is a deputy charge nurse in the acute medical unit at Leicester Royal...

All set for a challenge

The revalidation process will eventually become part of who we are as nurses, says RCN Nurse...

From acute to primary care

A free online resource from the Queen’s Nursing Institute has been designed to make it...

How to land that job

Getting in touch with a prospective employer before applying for a new position or attending...

Improving services for older people

Independent consultant Abi Masterson decided to become a nurse after taking a Saturday job...

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