How can we improve their lives?
“3.6 million older people in the UK live alone, of whom over 2 million are aged 75+” (Age Uk 2018) The effects of loneliness can make…
Diary of the Student Nurse – Claire Carmichael
Third year student nurse, Student academic leader, student information officer for the RCN, Health editor of the Birmingham City University magazine. Ambassador for general practice nursing (GPN) and Academy of fabulous stuff NHS ambassador.
Author: DiaryOfTheStudentNurse
My 2018 top moments and goals for 2019 ahead
As 2019 is drawing closer, I wanted to write about my 2018 top moments and celebrate achievements! Why not? People often view things like this…
Top Tips To Surviving Second Year Nursing
Tips and advice for second year nursing. Assignments, exams and placements.
What Christmas Means To Me
“Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;” – Clement Clarke Moore Christmas…
Orthopaedic Wards – Admissions
Firstly, let’s start with the patients who first get admitted to our ward. Patient’s will either get admitted straight from A&E, another ward (or hallway)…
Orthopaedic Ward Common Abbreviations
Hi everyone, My recent placement was out on the orthopaedic ward and it was such a fantastic learning experience for me. I want to share…
I’ve finished second year!
Hi all, That’s it for second year yay!! I have finally finished. What a year it has been, I can finally lie in and catch…
The Academy Of Fabulous Stuff NHS
Hi all! Sorry it’s been a while since I have had a chance to sit and write a blog. Last week I went to the…
The Role Of The General Practice Nurse
As most of you may know, I’m very passionate about primary care nursing. My previous placement within a general practice confirmed that primary care is…
Why do we nurse?
Hi all, I wanted to create a positive message around nursing. With all the negativity in the press, staff shortages, and lack of motivation right…