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Video: From RCN cadet to mental health nurse
Our nursing cadet scheme helped Luke on the road towards a rewarding career as a mental health nurse
Updated: 22 January 2024 -
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Student placements: surprising skills in a residential home
Lia's initiative has demonstrated that students learn a range of fundamental skills in residential homes that can help them develop into well-rounded nursing staff.
Updated: 20 August 2024 -
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Could you be a nurse prescriber?
Samantha tells the RCN the qualification – which is growing in popularity in general practice – has expanded her knowledge and made her a better practitioner
Updated: 19 May 2025 -
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How to be a confident public speaker
Whether you’re doing a workplace presentation or speaking at RCN Congress, giving a speech can help you boost your career and share your perspective
Updated: 2 December 2022 -
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Career inequalities: ‘This can’t be ignored’
White nurses are twice as likely to be promoted than Black and Asian staff. Ruby’s proactively tackling the issue.
Updated: 2 January 2025 -
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Flexible working: know your rights
Nursing staff have various options for flexible working. What are they and how can you make them work for you?
Updated: 11 August 2025 -
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What I do at work: forensic nurse specialist
From gathering vital evidence to carrying out mental state examinations, Jessica explains what an average week as a Clinical Lead Nurse for Sexual Assault Response Coordination Services looks like
Updated: 3 March 2025 -
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5 ways to make yourself more employable
RCN Careers Coach Julie Watkins shares 5 practical tips to boost your employability
Updated: 1 July 2025 -
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Why work in a care home?
As we celebrate Care Home Open Week, Lorita describes the privilege she feels working with care home residents during a career she’s built over the past decade
Updated: 23 June 2023 -
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What's it like being an independent practitioner?
After more than 20 years working in occupational health, Tracie Mckelvie decided to become an independent practitioner, working with a wide range of clients.
Updated: 22 December 2023
