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The Ultimate UK Student Nurse Footwear Guide: Protecting Your Feet on 12.5-Hour Shifts

A 12.5-hour ward shift can clock up over 15,000 steps on hard hospital floors. Without proper support, bad footwear leads to plantar fasciitis, severe joint fatigue, and lower back agony. Discover why investing in NHS-compliant, wipe-clean, and cushioned work shoes is essential for clinical placement, along with our top footwear recommendations for men and women.

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Looking After Yourself as a Nurse and Student Nurse: Navigating Trauma, Debriefs, and Mutual Support

Dan / August 19, 2026 / Leave a Comment / Wellbeing / antibiotic stewardship, Medication Safety, placement survival, self care, student help, student nurse

Nursing is deeply rewarding, but it is also one of the toughest careers out there. From handling cardiac arrests to processing traumatic shifts, learning how to protect your mental health is a vital clinical skill. Explore practical self-care strategies, the importance of post-event debriefs, and how peer-led support like TRiM (Trauma Risk Management) can help you process heavy shifts.