“Someone to hand me a life jacket for me to decide when to put it on so I don’t drown in the Rapids.”
“In nursing the world is your oyster you just need to open it up to find the Pearl.”
“Great to have a plan but make sure you look to the left as opportunities will come- need to be open.”
“Increased knowledge and understanding of the diversity of nursing and the different roles.”
“ACN was the key—having a professional body that supported my career journey and provided opportunities.”
“Stepping onto the ‘invisible bridge’ (that exists between the domains) and the how to navigate that bridge.”
“Recognition of the power of a nursing registration.”
“Clear guidelines and steps on how to make the move and design your own career path.”
“Knowing about career options and how to get there.”
“Mentorship and someone to guide my career with my wicked skills, not vacancies.”