Practice nurse Review

by NHS

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I perform wound care, immunisation and vaccinations, B12, denosumab, contraception, bloods, homeless health, outreach work, asylum seeker health care, smears.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Vaccination and immunisation Smears Contraception.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • It was a struggle during Covid. My first year was the best year.

    6/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • I was the first nursing cohort of the university and the first cohort to complete it at the trust. So we were guinea pigs. 1st and 2nd year were not very organised. High staff turnover.

    5/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I got plenty of support. More than I could ever wish for.

    8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Very supportive.

    9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • It has helped me develop confidence and knowledge to perform my role.

    8/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • Yes, monthly socials.

    9/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend NHS to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It is so inclusive and diverse. Supports people of all ages and genders.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS?

    • Be you.

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Nursing

Southampton

April 2023

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