From Qualification to Employment: NRN Journeys and Career Advice
01 Jul 2026, 12:00 - 13:00
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The NRN Career Pathways Panel provides an opportunity to hear directly from nurses working across a range of roles and settings. Panel members will discuss how they started their careers, the decisions they made along the way, and the challenges and opportunities they encountered.
You will also have the chance to ask questions and gain guidance tailored to your own career ambitions.
Who should attend
- Nursing Support Workers
- Student members at any stage of training
- Anyone considering different nursing career pathways
What you will gain
- A clearer understanding of different nursing career routes
- Insight into transitioning from support roles into registered nursing
- Advice on education, training, and development opportunities
- Confidence to make informed decisions about your next steps
- The opportunity to ask questions and learn from lived experience
Panel discussion topics
- How our panel members started their nursing careers
- Key decision points and career milestones
- Balancing study, work, and personal commitments
- Overcoming challenges and setbacks
- Advice for aspiring nurses and early-career professionals
Q&A session
A dedicated question-and-answer session will allow attendees to put their questions directly to the panel. You are encouraged to ask about career progression, training routes, specialisms, and life as a nurse.
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Page last updated - 08/05/2026
