Careers advice

rcnbulletinjobs.co.uk is dedicated to providing you with information and resources to assist you with your job search, interviews and ultimately your placement in a new role. Here we feature a number of key articles, edited from those originally published in Nursing Standard.

Career countdown

Job searching involves more than just waiting for your dream post to be advertised, writes Jane Redfern Jones.

Don’t leave it to chance

You can take control of planning your own career, says Alison Telfer.

Go your own way

There are many misconceptions about career progression but understanding your own motivation is a vital first step, says Steve Keyes.

How to stand out

A good CV will make it easier for an employer to pick you out from the crowd, says Carol Banks.

Interview tactics

Jobs are scarce, so it is more important than ever to prepare for interviews, writes Sam Windsor.

Planning a new direction

You are never too old to retrain for a new career, provided you plan carefully, says Alison Jenkins.

Prepare to succeed

A job interview holds nothing to fear if you are willing to invest time and effort beforehand, says Carol Banks.

Vital statistics

Your CV is an essential tool in job searching, so sell yourself with confidence, says Jane Redfern Jones.

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Nursing Standard careers advice and information
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How to become a nurse (rcn.org.uk)
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