OK, here is the naked truth, right in the first sentence – being a nurse is not for everyone. Not even for the majority of people, no matter how much they want to help people in need. Nursing takes an extra level of sheer dedication and love for human beings of all kinds and races.

Nursing is Tough

Yep, indeed. When you get to the point where you ignore your basic human needs so you can have more time to help those poor souls you have been assigned to look after, then you can proudly say you have become a real nurse. But more for that later on.

Is It Worth Working as a Nurse in the UK?

Excellent question. I have experience in the US as well as in the UK. Being a travel nurse has its perks. Travel nurse, you say? (lol)

What is a Travel Nurse?

Well, the name says it all. A nurse who travels and finds work in hospitals and other healthcare centres. It is a great opportunity to travel the world while earning money to support yourself.

Sounds Great! How to Get Into Nursing?

Yeah, great it is. It is a rewarding and self-improving job. It takes a lot of courage and guts, but the feeling of gratification when helping people in need to regain their health is second to none. Honestly, it is a wonderful feeling. The money doesn’t matter that much. At the same time, working as a nurse puts you in the position of a colleague with Agatha Christie. The famous author worked as a nurse in World War I. Looking at Europe’s-political situation right now gives me the feeling you are not that far off from the year 1914.

What Kind of Nurse Do you Want to be?

Have a good think about this and let me know in the comments. I will base my answers on whatever questions you guys post. Until then – have a safe and happy life!