NHS England Professional Strategy – Have Your Say
An opportunity to have your views on how nursing professions can be supported in the workplace, educ…
A scary, but exciting change!
I moved from ward-based nursing to the Emergency Department! A few months ago, I transferred from a …
Reflecting on One Year Post Qualifying
Wow, how time flies – and what a year! I recently received my first year anniversary email fro…
Preparing For Placement
The start of every placement is often a mix of emotions – excitement, interest, dread, fear, a…
Supporting Nursing Associates Petition Launched
A new petition has been launched calling on NHS employers and the Department of Health and Social Ca…
Reflecting on Six Months Post Qualifying
Things are getting better! I wrote my first reflection just one month after qualifying at a time whe…
Reflecting on One Month Post Qualifying
My biggest doubt so far is that I am simply not good enough for my role.
Trainee / Student Nursing Associate Interview Tips
The Nursing Associate role is a fantastic way to enter the rewarding career of nursing. Usually unde…
Are you a HCA today?
You’ve worked hard to gain a position on the Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) apprenticeship co…
Protected Learning Time
There is often quite a lot of confusion and frustration regarding protected learning time for Traine…
Giving Updates to Relatives
Giving updates to patient’s relatives can be nervous time, especially when you are new to this…
Do You Need To Buy Your Own Books?
I see this question asked a lot by people new to higher education. Most people advise not to buy any…
Importance of Attitude
While progressing through the course I have noticed that personal attitude greatly influences how en…
What is a Nursing Associate?
The Nursing Associate role is a standalone profession designed to bridge the gap between healthcare …