Return to practice at Addenbrooke's

Are you a nurse or a midwife considering returning to practice, is the idea of returning after a break daunting?  At Addenbrooke’s, we understand the concerns you’ll have and will support you throughout your returning process to nursing at Addenbrooke's.


Aims of the Return to Practice Programme

  • To provide the returnee with a structured programme to rebuild your competence and confidence

  • Update your professional, clinical and theoretical skills

  • Provide support and encouragement during the transition period from returnee to re registered practitioner

  • Develop the full potential of the individual returnee

Programme Includes

  • Academic programme run by Anglia Ruskin University

  • Clinical Skills Programme

  • Monthly support sessions

Frequently asked questions

  • Will I be paid?

At Addenbrooke’s we employ our returnees on a 6 month probationary contract at Band 4. This is automatically converted to a substantive contract at Band 5 on successful completion of the Return to Practice Programme and registration with the NMC.

  • How long is the course?

The programme lasts between 3 and 6 months depending on the individual needs of the returnee.

  • How much does the course cost?

Addenbrookes covers all programme fees except your NMC re registration fees 


Telephone: 01223 274 403
E-mail: career.progression@addenbrookes.nhs.uk

 

We are planning to run a Return to Practice programme in October 2008.

If you would like to apply for this programme or would like further information please contact Debra Quartermaine Senior Nurse Clinical Care and Development. E-mail: debra.quartermaine@addenbrookes.nhs.uk