蜜桃传媒

Reece Jones

Nursing Associate FdSc

Finding a calling in care

After Reece completed his A-levels he was eager to secure a full-time job as quickly as possible, and felt that working as a carer presented a great opportunity to help people while learning new skills.

鈥淚t was tough as I started during the Covid pandemic, but I loved the work and was soon promoted to team leader鈥�, he said.

The next step for Reece was to begin training as a nurse, and when he became aware of the foundation degree, he jumped at the chance to continue earning while learning and pursue his healthcare career without committing to traditional routes. A wide assortment of placements, and validation with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, added to the draw.

鈥淚t really was a no-brainer," he said. "You learn a lot about healthcare in a textbook, but lining up theory with practice is beneficial for both students and patients. It makes you a better professional.鈥�

For now, Reece is relishing his role within a large NHS Trust, but as a keen student advocate who enjoys passing on the knowledge he has gained, he hasn鈥檛 ruled out a turn towards teaching in the future.

鈥淲ho knows? I might even come full circle and lecture at 蜜桃传媒!鈥�

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