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Tips20 April 2024

Thinking about a career as a nurse?

Here’s what you should know.

Nursing isn’t just a job; it’s a vocation. Every day, you’re helping people recover from illnesses and injuries. Your care can make a significant impact on their recovery and, in some cases, be the difference between life and death.

However, it’s an incredibly tough job and not for the faint-hearted. There will be days that are very challenging, both emotionally and physically. In the end, if you can manage the tougher days, nursing is an extremely rewarding and challenging career path.

Why Choose Nursing?

  • You’ll Make a Difference – Few jobs allow you to help so many people throughout your career. You’ll get to know your patients on a personal level during difficult times in their lives. Your interactions can make a real difference in their recovery.
  • No Day Is the Same – You’ll meet new people every day and deal with different problems. Throughout your career as a nurse, you can explore various specialisms such as pediatrics, community nursing, mental health, surgery, and many more!
  • It’s a Challenge – During your career, you’ll be the go-to person to solve problems. If you like a challenge and a fast-paced environment, nursing could be the career for you!
  • You’re Always Learning – As a nurse, you’ll be training throughout your career for new qualifications. As medicine progresses, you’ll continually learn new ways to help people.
  • You’ll Have Job Security – Nursing is the UK’s most employable degree, with 94% of students getting a job within six months of finishing their course.

How Can AXIS Help?

If this sounds like the career for you and you decide to become a nurse, once you’ve had one year of clinical experience, be sure to let us know! With AXIS, you can decide which shifts you work, how much you want to get paid, and where you work.

Sign up and you’ll have a huge choice of shifts available to you. Each shift page includes a description of the job, location, and pay, so you know exactly what you’re signing up for.