“Nursing offered me that ‘human touch’.”

Few careers are quite as rewarding as nursing. But don’t just take out word for it. Hear from our passionate team about what inspired them to make a career change and how they did it.


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Read Sarah's story

"Even after five years, my job is still so fascinating"

Sarah left her role as a project manager to pursue a career in learning disability nursing. Find out exactly how she took those first steps.

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Read Phillip's story

"I liked the idea of being able to try different branches of nursing."

Phillip went from the RAF to a career in nursing. Find out how he discovered his passion as a school nurse.

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