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Young Padawan Nurse

A career as a Young Padawan Nurse, exciting and rewarding it is for younglings passionate about the health of children. In a galaxy that values high-quality care, essential Young Padawan Nurses are. In hospitals, clinics, and health centres they work, providing both medical aid and emotional support to younglings and their families.
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Curious about being a young padawan nurse? Here's the honest picture - what you'd really do, what you'd earn, and every way in. No need to decide anything yet.

What you'd actually do

As a Young Padawan Nurse, responsible for comprehensive care of children needing medical help, you are. Work closely with doctors and other professionals you will, to ensure the best possible care for patients. Daily tasks include conducting health check-ups, administering medications, and supporting rehabilitation. A vital role in educating parents about their children's health and creating a positive environment for recovery, you also play.
1Conducting health check-ups on younglings
2Administering medications and vaccinations
3Advising parents on care and health for their younglings

Career progression & pay

01
Getting in

Junior Padawan Nurse

£28,000 - £32,000
Degree in Nursing
As a Junior Padawan Nurse, start your career in a hospital or clinic, you will, learning the basics of care under guidance.
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Building up

Specialised Padawan Nurse

£36,000 - £44,000
2-3 years of experience
In this role, take on more responsibility you will and work independently with more complex cases.
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At the top

Senior Padawan Nurse

£50,000+
Specialised training
As a Senior Padawan Nurse, lead a team you will and responsible for the quality of care, you are.

Degrees that lead here via Nursing and Midwifery

Apprenticeships that lead here

Who hires - top UK employers

NHS
The National Health Service of the UK and the largest employer in healthcare.
Barts Health NHS Trust
One of the largest NHS trusts in London offering a wide range of health services.
Great Ormond Street Hospital
A leading children's hospital in London specialising in treating children.

How to get in - your routes

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