Discover careers in nursing and midwifery

Thinking of a career in nursing or midwifery? Or thinking of a profession such as doctor or paramedic which mean you’ll be working closely with these colleagues? Hear from local NHS professionals who will share real-life experiences, explore different career pathways and find out which role is right for you – plus male colleagues highlight why these careers are equally a great choice for men. You’ll also get tips on university applications from our two partner universities.

A BrigHT futures@BHT talk aimed at secondary school students

AGENDA

4.45pm: Arrival and registration

5pm: Event starts

Welcome to Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

• Jenny Ricketts, Chief Nurse and Director of Infection, Prevention and Control (interim), Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Careers in nursing: overview of different areas (adult, paediatric, mental health) and specialist roles (from community to hospital ward, theatre nurse to school nurse)

• Vicky Perkins, Deputy Director of Operations – Community and Rehabilitation, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Paediatric nursing

• Samantha Lee, Paediatric Matron, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Clinical simulation in action: a live demonstration by Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Simulation Team

Careers in midwifery: overview of specialist areas and settings 

• Michelle East, Director of Midwifery, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Why men should consider working in nursing and midwifery

• Critical care nursing: Frank Martin, Critical Care Outreach Nurse, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
• Leadership: Jose Loreto Facultad, Associate Chief Nurse, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
• Midwifery: Aaron Lorente-Lozano, Inpatient Matron - Maternity

How do you become a nurse or midwife?

- Going to university: hear from our university partners about degree entry requirements, course structure, application process, interview tips and the NHS Learning Support Fund

• Carla Jayne Avery, Associate Professor of Midwifery and Head of Midwifery, College of Health and Society, Buckinghamshire New University
• Kirsten Lovegrove, Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Education, University of Bedfordshire

- Join straight from school or college: find out about starting out as a healthcare support worker (after sixth form) plus apprenticeship opportunities explained

• Joanne Herbert, Learning Environment Facilitator, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Work experience and volunteering

• Schools Engagement Team, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Career question time: put your questions to our speakers

7pm: Close

FURTHER DETAILS ABOUT THE EVENT

• PARTICPANT AGE: This event is aimed at students in Year 7 and above at secondary school or college. Tickets are free and limited to one parent/carer to each young person. Over 16s are welcome to attend on their own with parent/carer consent. 
• VENUE: The event will take place in the Sir Henry Floyd Building lecture theatre which is round the back of Stoke Mandeville Hospital. See Google Maps for an exact location: https://goo.gl/maps/5K5i9RyKhtSUq3c48 or ask for directions at the welcome desk in main reception.
• ARRIVAL TIME: Registration is from 4.45pm and we recommend arriving early to find a parking spot, or you can get dropped off right outside the Sir Henry Floyd Building.
• PARKING: There is visitor parking around the back of Stoke Mandeville Hospital, with usual charges applying. (Please do not park in staff car parking.) See our website for details: https://www.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/visiting-your-hospitals/visiting/stoke-mandeville-hospital/