"I've always prided myself on my ability to work effectively with the strongest and hard-nosed personalities through my time as a nurse. As a Band 5 nurse right out of school, I was thrust into a hospital setting with a very dynamic team of consultants and senior nurses. I learned quickly to listen intently, and speak up when needed and I was very respected for this attitude. The one type of colleague I would have to say that I most struggle with are those who don't hold themselves accountable for their actions. Having worked with colleagues like this in the past, I see no room for that on a healthcare team. Everyone makes mistakes and owning up to them is something I will always hold staff to as your next Band 7 theatre nurse."