Career advice

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Nurse job interviews: woman talks to interview panellists who sit opposite
No need to dread revealing gaps in your knowledge – here’s how to turn them into positives
28 Aug 2025
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Assertiveness in nursing: a nurse gestures during a conversation with a colleague
Tips on developing assertiveness skills, and phrases to use in difficult situations
21 Aug 2025
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A nurse using the RCNi online portfolio to record activities to meet Nursing and Midwifery Council revalidation requirements
A guide to logging hours and what to do if you’re struggling to meet the requirement
14 Aug 2025
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Thinking of leaving the NHS? What to consider before you follow the exit sign
Can jobs outside the health service match the benefits of the NHS? We look at pros and cons
30 Jul 2025
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Competency-based job interview: candidate facing a panel of three interviewers
Questions to expect, and how to showcase real-life examples of your skills and knowledge
24 Jul 2025
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Effective communication: three nurses talk together happily
Tips to help you highlight what you know so you can rise to fresh challenges
17 Jul 2025
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Reflective practice: two nurses seated in a library, each with a book, one has an iPad too
How small, consistent steps can help you manage CPD and revalidation without burnout
10 Jul 2025
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Written reflective account: a woman sits at a table in her living room typing on a laptop

What you can use for the reflective elements of revalidation and how to record them

03 Jul 2025
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Expert nurse witness: a woman giving evidence in court
Sharing your expertise in legal cases not only pays well, but counts as participatory CPD
26 Jun 2025
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Portfolio nursing career: a smiling nurse dressed half in blue uniform, and half in a suit, to illustrate pursuing a portfolio career as a nurse and a manager
How blending roles could help you maintain skills and widen your horizons
19 Jun 2025
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Newly registered nurses: three nurses in discussion in a clinical setting as they look at an electronic pad
Advice on handling the ‘transition shock’ from student to accountable professional
11 Jun 2025
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Nurse revalidation: woman works at home on laptop, making notes by hand
Interactive learning opportunities come in many guises – find out how to make them count
05 Jun 2025
Key questions that can help you decide what to do next if you’re considering moving on
29 May 2025
The programme that involves working with band 5 colleagues after time away from care
22 May 2025
Competition for band 7 roles can be intense – consider the pros, cons and skills needed
15 May 2025

Kindness in nursing is vital, but is often lost amid stress and pressure. Treating patients and colleagues with compassion fosters better care and teamwork.

08 May 2025
We look at the keys to transition, including support and skills development
30 Apr 2025
Tips on responding to different types of questions, and how and when to use STAR
23 Apr 2025

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