Hello my name is Mihnes and I am a nurse in a Nursing Home.
In a nursing home, nurses are a crucial part of the team as well as looking after the physical health of the individuals, they promote independence and well-being of the people they look after.
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What does a Nurse who works in a nursing home do
A nurse stays in touch with Health Professionals (e.g., Dieticians, GP etc.).
A nurse writes and reviews Care Plans for the residents, monitor the residents daily (dietary intake, bowel movement),
A nurse in a nursing home administers medications, change dressings, do referrals, coordinate the team as well as general duties around safeguarding and promoting health and independence.
A nurse in a nursing home does a lot of training, keeps up to date with the legislation, policies and procedures of the Health Board and the Care Home.
What skills do I need to be a good Nurse?
- Empathetic
- Open to new challenges and changes, to constructive criticism
- Clinical skills
- Firm but fair
- Good social skills
How do I become a Nurse?
Nursing degrees usually take three years to complete. There are a number of part-time degree courses for people employed as Healthcare Support Workers in the NHS.
Full-time Nursing Degree: The entry route to nursing in Wales is via a degree.
A bursary is available to help cover tuition fees. Aberystwyth, Bangor, USW, Cardiff, Glyndwr, and Swansea University all offer 3–4-year courses.
For entry requirements vary, check the University’s website.