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Career inspiration
Explore this section of Nursing Times for career inspiration by reading about our monthly role model, including some of our award winners. Learn about their role, what drives them, and their advice for you
Role models
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‘In my role I enjoy inspiring others to want to do their best’
Macmillan nurse consultant Catherine Bailey spoke to Nursing Times about why she was attracted to working in a role caring for people with breast cancer.
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‘We can really make a difference to the patient journey’
Gestational trophoblastic disease nurse consultant Kam Singh speaks to Nursing Times about her role and her career highlights
‘Diversity, empowerment and equality are where my passion lies’
Helping to ensure the profession is one in which no-one is discriminated against is hugely important to Cherish Otoo, as is the opportunity to be able to learn constantly.
‘I want to drive transformative change in women’s health’
Paediatric nurse, Sianne Chinwuba has a burning desire to create a society in which women and girls from diverse backgrounds are able to prioritise their health and bodies
‘I enjoy the fast-paced environment and being part of an amazing team’
Acute medicine unit sister Nina Henton-Waller speaks to Nursing Times about working in a fast-paced environment and the stand-out moments of her career.
‘Nurses can bring understanding and peace at challenging times’
Falguni Soni, who works at CSH Surrey, shares with Nursing Times what she enjoys about her role in a community hospital and why she chose to pursue a career in nursing.
‘I like supporting patients through what can be a bumpy journey’
Shaped by personal experiences with healthcare at a very young age, Jo Vick naturally gravitated towards nursing and found her home in lung cancer care.
‘The residents have made me into the nurse I am today’
Tara Spencer, home manager of Church Farm at Skylarks Nursing Home in Nottingham, spoke to Nursing Times about her passion for dementia care.
‘I enjoy being able to make a difference to staff and patients’
David Pugh, a senior nurse at Sirona care & health, who received the Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Award for Outstanding Service from the Queen’s Nursing Institute, spoke to Nursing Times about his role.
‘I love caring for people for a long time and getting to know them’
Having always known she wanted to work in the care sector, Cherelle Atkinson tells Nursing Times how getting her nursing degree helped her secure her ideal job.
‘Seeing the smile on their faces really makes the job all worth it’
Sadie Hewson, a specialist nurse at the urogynaecology service at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, spoke to Nursing Times about what attracted her to the role
‘I love seeing learners’ confidence grow throughout their training’
Moving into education was, for Matthew Cain, a natural progression after teaching patients to self-manage their conditions.
‘I care for people, understanding what it is like to be sectioned’
A lived experience of mental ill health and being in receipt of amazing care from nurses inspired Leanne Thornton in her career choice.
‘I want to inspire others to embrace digital technology’
Midwife Dawn Cross, who is a Florence Nightingale digital maternity leadership fellow, spoke to Nursing Times about why she enjoys working in digital technology
‘I share knowledge and experience with students, and learn from them’
Nurse lecturer Cheyne Truman, who teaches students at the University of Essex, reflects on working in academia and the most enjoyable parts of her role.
‘People using our services have taught me so much’
Priscilla Nzounhenda, who is a matron on a psychiatric intensive care unit and rehabilitation unit at Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, spoke to Nursing Times about what attracted her to the role
‘We empower families to take control of their health needs’
Clinics Admiral Nurse Rachael Khan-Lowe, who works in Nottingham supported by Dementia UK, spoke to Nursing Times about her role and the stand-out moments in her career