<p> Aims and intended learning outcomesThe aim of this article is to examine the development of enrolled nursing and to evaluate the role of enrolled nurses in order to increase nurses’ understanding of the management and employment issues involved. After reading the article you should be able to:</p> ■ <p>Discuss the historical background to the development of enrolled nurse status</p> ■ <p>Illustrate the changes in educational philosophy that have contributed to the role of enrolled nursing</p> ■ <p>Discuss the attitudinal issues for enrolled nurses in today’s climate</p> ■ <p>Demonstrate the professional implications for the nursing profession in relation to the dilemma of enrolled nurses</p> <p>Identify a variety of issues related to the employment of enrolled nurses.</p> <p>Continuing Education articles are run in conjunction with the Royal College of Nursing Institute to help you to maintain and develop your practice and can be used to meet your UKCC requirements for PRER All you have to do is read through the article, follow the instructions in the Time Out boxes, then answer the assessment questions that follow. Fill in the answer sheet and return it to the Freepost address with your fee or free assessment voucher.</p>