Career advice

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A nurse points to a folder while talking to a junior colleague
Preceptorship can help bridge the gap between training and work. Find out what’s involved
10 Dec 2025
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Cruise ship nursing careers: ship’s nurse and article author Sophie

Cruise ship nurse Sophie explains why she made the career change from practice in the

05 Dec 2025
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A person holds a clapper board on a film set, standing at the top of a building overlooking a city skyline
Four nurses using their skills on sets and in scripts share what it takes to succeed
27 Nov 2025
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Nursing career choices: a smiling nurse talking to a patient on a hospital ward
Specialist nurses’ tips and advice, and how early nursing experiences shaped their careers
13 Nov 2025
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Band 6 nurse roles: senior ward nurse supports more junior nurse at patient’s bedside
Tips on achieving your ambitions if you want to avoid some of the stresses of management
06 Nov 2025
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Career development for overseas-educated nurses: male figure at bottom of stylised mountain, viewing path to summit
Overseas-educated nurse’s career advice for anyone who has come to the NHS from abroad
30 Oct 2025
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AI for nursing job applications: illustration showing a person and an AI robot reviewing candidates CVs
AI tools can cut down the work involved, but what are the potential pitfalls?
23 Oct 2025
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Nursing professional curiosity: illustration of a large green open head with a nurse standing inside the open head holding a pair of exaggerated binoculars
A curious mindset fosters continuous improvement in your practice and leadership skills
16 Oct 2025
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Reflective discussion: a senior nurse sits having a discussion with another nurse
What you need to know about the two final steps before submitting your application
09 Oct 2025
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Matron careers opportunities for nurses: a senior nurse leader talks to a nurse colleague at ward nurses’ station
Find out about a role that gives nurses influence over care quality and patient safety
02 Oct 2025
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Nursing job profiles: illustration of a band 5 nurse stepping up into a band 6 position
Updated NHS job profiles are here – find out how they might affect your pay and band
18 Sep 2025
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Helpline nursing can provide a crucial safety net; a nurse listens to a caller while wearing a headset 
It may not be hands-on care, but helplines offer support in a sometimes disconnected system
11 Sep 2025
Options to consider if you are struggling to find a role, plus tips from experts
04 Sep 2025
No need to dread revealing gaps in your knowledge – here’s how to turn them into positives
28 Aug 2025
Tips on developing assertiveness skills, and phrases to use in difficult situations
21 Aug 2025
A guide to logging hours and what to do if you’re struggling to meet the requirement
14 Aug 2025
A nurse turned registered manager on why more nurses should consider the role
07 Aug 2025
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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