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Continue reading →: Climbing the NHS Ladder: Career Progression Tips for Immigrant Nurses
The National Health Service (NHS) is a vital part of the UK’s healthcare system, and immigrant nurses play an essential role in its success. For those who come from abroad to work in the NHS, the journey can be both rewarding and challenging. While many immigrant nurses like myself start… read more
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Continue reading →: Balancing Ambition and Motherhood: Why Is 3.5 Hours Still Too Much?
Hi everyone, I hope you’re doing okay today. This post is a little different, part reflection, part rant, but all honest. Recently, I applied for two Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist roles. I was thrilled to be shortlisted for both and offered interview slots. It felt like things were moving… read more
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Continue reading →: The Weight of Ambition – A Letter from One Overwhelmed, Hopeful Mummy to Another.Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about ambition, what it means to be an ambitious woman, especially one who’s also a wife, a mum, and someone just trying to make sense of it all. I am, by nature, a very driven person. I’ve always wanted more for myself. Not in… read more
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Continue reading →: Our Affordable Family Holiday in Lytham St Annes – The Best Yet!I never thought I’d say this, but our recent family holiday in Lytham St Annes has hands down been one of the best we’ve ever had and we didn’t even leave the UK! With all the hype around big international trips and Instagram-perfect getaways, it’s so easy to feel like… read more
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Continue reading →: Fast-Track Your Nursing Career Without a Master’s Degree: 7 Alternatives to a Master’s in Nursing for Career ProgressionPursuing a master’s degree in nursing can feel like the ultimate step for career progression, but it’s not the only path to success in the profession. While a master’s degree offers benefits such as opening doors to advanced practice, research, and leadership roles, it’s not always necessary for career growth.… read more
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Continue reading →: Master’s in Nursing: Is It Really Worth It for Career Progression in 2025?When I started my master’s degree, I was still working as a theatre nurse. At the time, I wasn’t planning a career change, I simply wanted to grow as a professional and gain a deeper understanding of healthcare inequalities, which was something I was passionate about. Fast forward to the… read more
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