The transition from student to newly registered nurse can be daunting but with the right preparation, you can step into your new role with confidence. This book provides valuable guidance on what to expect, practical strategies for easing the transition and advice for supporting your ongoing personal and professional development. Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards. A new chapter on contemporary trends in nursing covers digital skills, peer facilitation, integrated working and more. Self-assessment tools and reflective activities help you to examine your competencies and identify goals for your development. A chapter on health and wellbeing illustrates the importance of self-care and recommends strategies to reduce stress and build resilience. -- Provided by publisher.

Previous edition: 2018.

Chapter 1: Managing the transition from student to registered nurse / Angela Darvill and Catherine Croughan -- Chapter 2. Self-assessment of knowledge, skills and attitudinal values through critical reflection / Denise Major and Joanne Keeling -- Chapter 3: Transition focused reflection and personal development planning / Joanne Keeling and Denise Major -- Chapter 4: Looking after your health and wellbeing during role transition / Leyonie Higgins and Melanie Stephens -- Chapter 5: Learning theory for personal and professional development / Jacqueline Leigh and Tyler Warburton -- Chapter 6: Identifying and developing clinical leadership in relation to transition / Angelina Chadwick and Jacqueline Leigh -- Chapter 7: Transition support / Melanie Stephens and Susan H. Walker -- Chapter 8: Preparing for, developing and maintaining your nursing career / Andy Kay, Leyonie Higgins and Angela Darvill -- Chapter 9: Contemporary issues and trends in nursing / Melanie Stephens, Cristina Vasilica, Dilla Davis, Angela Darvill, Jacqueline Leigh and Craig Priestley.