From Kottayam to RCN President | Bijoy Sebastian’s Journey from Bedside to Boardroom Nursing career

From Kottayam Medical College to the UK’s Royal College of Nursing presidency—what does it take to move from bedside nursing to the boardroom? In this Malayalam interview, Shibbu Bhaskaran speaks with RCN President Bejoy Sebastian about his nursing journey, the challenges he faced, and his passion for supporting the nursing community. We explore: • His beginnings in Kerala and journey into UK nursing. • Building confidence and progressing in your nursing career. • Speaking up about discrimination and unfair treatment. • The role of trade unions and workplace representation. • Safe staffing, fair pay and support for nursing students. • Why nurses’ collective voices matter. Whether you are a student nurse, an internationally educated nurse, an experienced professional or an aspiring leader, this conversation offers encouragement and practical insights. 💬 Which part of Bejoy’s journey inspired you most? Share your thoughts and questions in the comments. 👍 Like, share and subscribe for more conversations about nursing, leadership and working life in the UK. 🌐 Royal College of Nursing—official website: www.rcn.org.uk 🎥 Introduction footage credit: The introduction includes video excerpts sourced from the Royal College of Nursing’s official website. Credit for those excerpts goes to the RCN and the respective rights holders. Interview hosted by Shibbu Bhaskaran. #BejoySebastian #RCN #NursingLeadership #MalayaliNurses #UKNurses #BedsideToBoardroom #NursingCareer #ShibbuBhaskaran