If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be a qualified independent and supplementary nurse prescriber, I wouldn’t have believed you! But here I am, prescribing medications within my specialist area of fertility after completing my Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) course at King’s College London.

Now before I get any further, yes it was daunting applying for the course in the first place but the support / gentle push from my Nurse manager at the time made me feel that I could do it and so I did. It had been 7 years since I last wrote a personal statement for a university course and I struggled with this because I felt that I needed to sell myself, I knew that the course was competitive, and I had a strong desire to get in. I broke it down into three questions:

‘Who am I?'

'What are my proven strengths?'

'Why pick me for this course?’

Studying at Level 7 (Master’s level) came with its challenges, especially wrapping my head around pharmacokinetics, prescribing principles, and pharmaceutical sciences. At first, all those complex terms felt overwhelming, but as I continued the course, my understanding grew, and I became more confident in my ability to prescribe.

Math was never a strong subject for me in school, but it doesn’t have to be for this course. The calculator is always at hand, and mathematical conversions become your bread and butter.

Becoming a nurse prescriber has completely transformed the way I support my patients. It means faster access to medication, more streamlined and continuous care, and improved patient satisfaction. It’s very rewarding to play a bigger role in someone’s fertility journey, helping them navigate treatments with confidence and reassurance.

Prescribing comes with extra responsibilities, and juggling this alongside daily clinic work can be a challenge. It’s a role that requires a blend of clinical knowledge, good communication, and professional awareness.

As a Nurse Prescriber, you’re constantly balancing expertise, patient care, and ongoing learning to ensure safe and effective treatment. With healthcare always evolving, staying up to date with new medications, treatment protocols, and best practices is essential.

If you’re considering becoming a prescriber, my advice is to define your career goals, research the courses that can help you get there, and speak to your manager. It’s not always easy, but with the right mindset and support, it’s achievable.