Careers
CPD: what activities count for revalidation?
Narrative coaching for nurses and how it can help your career
What is imposter syndrome – and what can you do about it?
Career advice
CPD: what activities count for revalidation?
It doesn’t just mean training courses – find out what else counts for your CPD hours
Narrative coaching for nurses and how it can help your career
Creating a narrative can be an invaluable tool. Find out more at Nursing Live
What is imposter syndrome – and what can you do about it?
Imposter syndrome can erode self-confidence, but there are ways to defuse its negativity
How to be a high-earner: tips on reaching the height of your earning powers
Achieve your full income potential, whether in the NHS or independent sector
What if I don’t want promotion? How to make the most of your band 5 role
With high levels of patient contact and a range of opportunities, band 5 has its benefits
Band 8 roles: what are they, what skills do I need, and how do I get one?
You’ll need experience and proven leadership. Find out how preparation can begin at band 5
My job
What do clinical academic nurses do and would this dual role suit me?
How to use clinical experience to develop the evidence base that underpins patient care
From burnout to a top job in nursing research: what I’ve learned
Senior nurse researcher Jill Maben shares her tips for a move into research
Paediatric clinical research advanced nurse practitioner
Lucy Cooper talks about her inspiration and challenges
‘While we treat diseases, we do not treat the root cause’
When and why did you develop an interest in research? During my master’s degree, I was able to publish my research thesis and was hooked on research.
Pay attention to serendipity
When and why did you develop an interest in research? My first nursing job was as a staff nurse in an oncology intensive care unit and a bone marrow transplant unit taking care of patients who were participating in high intensity clinical trials. During my master’s degree, I worked as a research assistant for two faculty members whose research was making an impact at state and national levels, and I was able to lead a small research project of my own. During my doctoral and post-doctoral studies, my research interests continued to grow. I find great meaning and purpose in identifying and solving difficult problems through research.
‘Nursing can’t be done alone’
When and why did you develop an interest in research? After completing my master’s thesis at Emory University in Georgia, United States, I realised that I enjoyed the precise and methodological approach of scientists in their pursuit of answering compelling health problems. I started out interested in children’s health and engagement of their families and I have maintained that initial interest in promoting health and preventing disease in children.