Transition to nursing preparation for practice

Introduction to the final year; Writing at level 6; Evidence-based practice for the newly qualified nurse; Leadership and delegation in nursing; Teaching for the newly qualified nurse; Passing your assessments; How to prove to your mentor that you are fit to join the register; Thinking like a staff nurse; Practising as a staff nurse; Holistic care of the patient; Know your speciality; Leading a team on a hospital ward; Managing a caseload in the community; Effective delegation; Key skills of the staff nurse; Passing your sign-off mentor assessment; Applying for and obtaining your registered nurse position; How to become a valuable part of the team; When to speak out; What the research evidence says about being a newly qualified nurse; Dealing with reality shock; Making the most of preceptorship; Why you should be confident; How to be resilient; Toolkit for transition

This book is for you if you’re in the final stage of a pre-registration nursing course or if you are making the transition to becoming a registered nurse. It provides you with a toolkit of advice to help you deal with challenges you’ll face and prepare you with an understanding of what the university and NMC will be looking for.