Nursing
The key role of a nurse is to deliver person-centred, safe and effective care. Nurses help patients understand information about their diagnoses and treatment. They also respond to each patient’s physical, clinical, and emotional needs.
Areas of nursing practice
In the UK, there are 4 areas of practice. These are:
- adult nursing
- children’s nursing
- learning disabilities nursing
- mental health nursing
Whichever route you take into nursing, you’ll study a degree programme in your chosen practice area.
Explore careers
Discover the skills and qualifications you’ll need for each role and what the work will be like.
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Help with recruitment
We'll guide you through the recruitment process, from applying online to interview preparation.
Help with recruitment