# International Nurse Preceptorship Journey in the NHS
> Follow Fatima Baginda's journey as an international nurse moving to the UK, from HCA to Band 5 nurse at Homerton Hospital through the preceptorship program.

Tags: nursing, nhs, preceptorship, international-nurse, healthcare-career, professional-development, homerton-hospital
## My Preceptorship Journey
* Presented by Fatima Baginda, International Nurse.
* Focuses on the transition to the UK healthcare system starting November 2022.

## Moving to the UK
* Initial experiences in London and Brentwood.
* Navigating challenges of a new country including climate and transport.

## Early Career at Homerton Hospital
* Joined Cohort 5 of international nurses.
* Worked as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) while awaiting PIN registration to understand ward teamwork.

## Professional Achievement
* Successfully passed the registration review to become a registered nurse in the UK.
* Transitioned to Band 5 Supernumerary Nurse status.

## Learning and Growth
* Overcame the feeling of being a 'beginner' despite 10+ years of prior experience.
* Mastered new equipment, ward management, and time-making decisions within the NHS framework.
* Utilized mandatory training and peer support to build independence.

## Current Status & Future Goals
* Now a confident Band 5 nurse working independently within a multidisciplinary team.
* Provides support to new incoming colleagues.
* Goal: To continue developing skills and provide compassionate care within the NHS.
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