Career advice
Preparing for your first (or next) nursing role
Watch our video for tips on how to find and prepare for a new role, whether you are looking for your first job in nursing or you are at a career crossroads

Watch our video for tips on how to find and prepare for a new role, whether you are looking for your first job in nursing or you are at a career crossroads
There is a huge range of nursing roles available, but how do you know which one is right for you, and how can you secure it when you find it?
RCN careers coach Julie Watkins shares her tips on how to find and prepare for a new role, whether you are looking for your first job in nursing or need advice on how to develop your career.
In this video we cover:
- Advice on writing and structuring your personal statement and CV.
- Interview tips and practice questions and answers.
- An overview of the RCN careers resource and how to explore
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