Career
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Video: From RCN cadet to mental health nurse
How the scheme introduces young people to nursing
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‘Nursing in social care isn’t seen as a career choice. This is changing that’
A pioneering nurse associate apprenticeship scheme is helping this care home keep talented staff
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Becoming a union rep at an independent health care employer
What's it like being an RCN rep in a care home? And how can you become one?
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Busting the myths on general practice placements
Two nursing students tell us the truth about this specialty
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Five ways to boost your career by being on an RCN committee
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Independent care consultancy: ‘Every decision will be yours’
What does an independent care consultant do and could it be the next step in your career?
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Step into the spotlight
Nurse Jenny is a clinical director, a role most assumed would go to a GP
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What's it like being an independent practitioner?
Working as an independent practitioner in occupational health
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Why work in a care home?
Lorita describes the privilege she feels working with care home residents
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Home advantage: the benefits of care home placements
Find out why they're a unique and positive learning environment
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Dyslexia and me: ‘Don’t let your differences stop you’
Diagnosed in adulthood, district nurse Teresa shares her strategies for workplace success
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My career: cancer care navigator
Learn about this patient-centred nursing role
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My career: nursing associate in children's hospice care
Rachel talks about her role caring for children with complex and life-limiting health needs
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In front of the lens
Two active members share their experiences of representing the RCN in the media
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No case to answer? How to bounce back from a complaint
It's OK to seek support if you’re the subject of an unsubstantiated complaint
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Tackling career inequality
Ruby's career development webinar for minority ethnic nursing staff
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How to be a confident public speaker
Tips to help boost your career and share your perspective
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