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Ten Reasons to Become a Nurse

Ten Reasons to Become a Nurse

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Thinking about nursing? Here are ten reasons why nursing makes a fantastic career.

1. Nurses are always in demand but there is predicted to be a shortfall of around 14,000 in 2011 – just when you will be qualified!

2. Nursing pays! You don’t have to be a saint to be a nurse, as registered nurses enter the NHS salary system at Band 5, which starts at £19,683. There are then many opportunities for promotion and there are also High Cost Area Supplements. A Modern Matron’s salary starts at £36,112 and private hospitals often pay higher than the NHS.

3. There are lots of different opportunities in nursing. You can work in hospitals, schools, large corporations, in the community. The Armed Forces and more.

4. Flexible schedules. Nursing shifts can come in increments of 4, 8, 10 or even 12 hours, on weekends and weekdays. There are many opportunities.

5. Nurses make a difference in people’s lives. Caring for people and helping others lead healthy lives is satisfying and important.

6. Nurses interact with different people everyday, including patients, doctors, medical staff and administrators.

7. Nursing is exciting. You never know what’s going to happen, and have to stay on your toes, solve problems and make good decisions. Everyday is different.

8. There are lots of opportunities for advancement in nursing. You get promoted and take on bigger roles over time.

9. Nurses can change specialties. If you’re interested in paediatrics or trauma, you can move into those areas when the opportunities arise.

10. Nurses can take it on the road! Nurses are in demand everywhere and with portable skills; you can go where you want.


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