I've just released three new stories from newly-qualified nurses from the
University of Nottingham about their experiences of the initial
post-qualification period. They're listed below.
Tony
Are we there yet?
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When Rachel qualifies she is idealistic, determined to help and fix her young
patient. When circumstances mean that she cannot help her client reach the end
of the journey, her resulting uncertainty and self-questioning are helped by the
support and understanding of her professional peer group.
What if the relationship is not enough?
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The human relationship between mental health nurse and client is one of the most
powerful tools available to a mental health nurse. But when Gemma's
carefully-nurtured professional relationship with a client breaks down, what
other avenues are open to her?
Who is an expert?
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As an enthusiastic, committed, newly-qualified nurse, Susanna values and
acknowledges her patients' own expertise in their conditions and care, but can
she maintain her belief when the system seems to feel otherwise?