Marvin OnumonuNHS England in London has encouraged more people to apply for nursing roles to help strengthen the future NHS workforce.
Karen Bonner, chief nurse at NHS England London, said: “Nurses and midwives have always been at the heart of London healthcare services and are integral to delivering the three big shifts in the future-focused NHS 10-Year health plan.
“International nurses’ day is a chance to highlight the unique and vital contribution of NHS nursing professions, and to celebrate those in training to become nurses of the future.
“Thank you for all you do and the difference you make to people’s lives and our communities every single day.”
Magda Nyczak-Kal, district nursing team lead at Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust, said: “I could not speak English when I arrived and so I like to be proactive in supporting staff, especially those recruited internationally, to develop their skills and adapt to a new working environment.
“I feel enormous satisfaction to see members of our team to flourish in their roles.
“My favourite thing about my role as an NHS nurse is supporting staff to provide the highest quality healthcare to our patients.”
Nyczak-Kal added: “Showing them exactly what can be achieved through hard work, diligence, compassion, and dedication.
“To someone thinking about applying for nursing in the NHS, I would highly recommend it.
“The NHS is a place where you can learn new skills and play an instrumental role in providing quality healthcare to patients.
“You can feel proud to be a part of an organisation that is dedicated to improving the health of its communities.”
