The Royal College of Nursing: a century of dedication to nurses and patients

摘要

Nursing staff juggle competing demands and deal with patients not just in hospitals but also in the community, in care homes and in GP practices; they support people with mental health problems, care for patients when they are ill, and do vital work to prevent illness and keep people well. Going into nursing means entering a career where you continue to develop and grow your skills and share them with others, while always maintaining the compassion and empathy that he at the heart of your work.