Record of work
Portfolio & achievements
A record of my nursing education, clinical development, editorial contribution and published work.
2025—2026Still growing.
Still learning.
Still becoming.
Still learning.
Still becoming.
01 · Professional journey
From healthcare foundations in Nigeria to Adult Nursing in the UK.
Each stage has contributed to the knowledge, perspective and professional responsibility I continue to develop.
- Foundation
Auxiliary Nursing
My healthcare journey began in Nigeria as an Auxiliary Nurse.
- Progression
Midwifery
I progressed to a Diploma in Midwifery and became a registered midwife in Nigeria.
- United Kingdom
Adult Nursing · University of Essex
I relocated to the United Kingdom to pursue Adult Nursing in a new healthcare system, culture and learning environment.
View the University of Essex course
02 · Editorial appointment
One of8
2025 / 2026
Student Nursing Times Editor
I was selected as one of eight Student Nursing Times Editors for 2025/2026, giving me an opportunity to contribute to the student nursing conversation and represent student voices.
My goal is to use this platform to inform, empower and inspire.
03 · Clinical development
Learning across different areas of care.
My placements have helped me develop greater confidence, communication skills and a deeper understanding of compassionate, individualised nursing care.
Frailty
Surgery
Hospice care
04 · Published & featured work
Sharing my story through writing.
These publications and profiles share my journey, editorial contribution and nursing reflections.
The Guardian“My mum’s death in childbirth inspired my career choice”Feature by Maria Lally · About Njideka E Aniagolu↗University of Essex“Essex student joins Nursing Times editorial team”University feature · About Njideka’s editorial appointment↗Nursing TimesNjideka E Aniagolu · Author profileStudent nursing writing and reflections↗