It is clear to everybody that being a student is a transient state. For three years we are gaining the knowledge and the skills to be able to become competent and professional nurses. As that time grows closer our minds, of course, start to think about things like employment and the sort of locations which we would like to work in.

Whether it be interacting with patients, taking a handover from your colleagues or attending meetings you will always be put in a situation where you have to interact with a diverse spectrum of people.

Having to demonstrate 100% competence in the preparation and administration of medication gives me shivers

As a student nurse, issues surrounding mental health are never far away.

While at my community placement I visited an older patient to assess what help and support she would need in order for her to remain at her own home.

It’s that time of year again when we buy presents, look forward to the special food and enjoy spending time with our families; but what about the people we leave behind when our year is done?