What does it take to become a nurse consultant?
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What does it take to become a nurse consultant?

Nick Evans Health journalist

Find out the skills and experience you will need to progress to this well paid, high level of practice and leadership

The role of nurse consultant is the most senior and well-paid position a nurse can have while remaining on the front line. To help nurses plan their careers, the RCN has produced a guide to consultant-level nursing as part of its package of information about the different levels of nursing after registration.

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