Secrets of a festival nurse: how to get into the best events

If you love music, camping and you’re not averse to a bit of a mud, why not consider working at one of the UK’s summer festivals?

• There are lots of opportunities for nurses who want to work at festivals from paid roles to working shifts in return for free tickets. Meet the nurses on the festival circuit who can tell you what to expect
• With huge events such as Glastonbury or Reading, nurses can expect to see a variety of medical emergencies from births, cardiac arrests, alcohol-related accidents and allergic reactions
• Tips on how to find the right festival role for you and how to prepare before you set off

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