NHS Application Essay

Seeing the huge difference a small group of dedicated people can make to so many lives first led me to think about a career in the Medicine. A profession that will allow me to work with my head, hands and heart plays to my strengths and I look forward to the challenge of applying a high degree of skill and knowledge for the good of others.
I am committed and passionate about Medicine and securing a variety of work placements have demonstrated this. Experience at Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare gave me insight into the harsh realities of the medical profession and the NHS crisis. Dealing with undercuts, resignations and short 10-minute GP appointment slots is challenging, but this will test my adaptability to manage changes and to
Working with HCPT, I was involved in the successful pilgrimage of children with both mental and physical disabilities to Lourdes. It was crucial to adapt to each individual child to meet their complex needs for varying abilities. I found it challenging looking after a non-verbal boy with Global Developmental Delay who refused to leave his bed due to an illness. However, with persistence I was able get his attention with toys and, with the help of my team, get him to take his medication. Regular weekly visits for two years to a dementia care home also taught me to engage and listen in a friendly manner to ensure patient
Reading this case report built on my experiences at HRCH where I observed safeguarding meetings involving multiple agencies and professionals all working together for the best interests of the child. My fundraising for the Women and Girls Network which raises awareness of gendered violence resulted in a GBP3,000 donation being made towards improving hydrotherapy and counselling services and researching my presentation on this organisation highlighted the importance of complementary services to support the work of the