Adult nurse
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I work with adults of all ages who suffer from long or short‑term physical health conditions. It’s my aim to improve the patients’ quality of life, whatever their situation, so building a trusting relationship with each is essential.
Top skills
Listening and communication skills
Care and compassion
Critical thinking
Other roles adult nursing could lead to:
District nurse
General practice nurse
Rehabilitation nurse
Older people nurse
A&E nurse
Intensive care nurse
Theatre nurse
Cancer and palliative care nurse
Community nurse
Occupational health nurse
Management
Care home nurse
What training do I need to become an adult nurse?
An Adult Nursing degree and to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Bursary info
Funding packages are available for eligible nursing and midwifery degree students including a non-means tested and non-repayable bursary which will rise to £10k per year, from 2020/21. For more info, visit Student Awards Agency Scotland and check out our handy guide.
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