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Support in a crisis: what to bear in mind when comforting relatives in distress
How to feel better equipped to support patients’ loved ones when they are upset
08 Mar 2019
Mandy Day-Calder
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Why nurses must facilitate patient education
Making time to inform patients about their health is vital to improving long-term outcomes
27 Feb 2019
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The best way to beat bullies at work
Bullying and harassment are a problem in the NHS, but there are strategies to help you cope
18 Feb 2019
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Yes, it’s a big ask for nurses, but voluntary work makes personal and career sense
Giving up your free time may be a selfless act, but it’s good for your CV too
10 Jan 2019
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Has your career taken a wrong turn?
Sometimes it’s good to take stock and check you’re on the right path
17 Dec 2018
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It could be lonely this Christmas
What can you do to help patients and colleagues who might feel isolated?
07 Dec 2018
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What to do if a grateful patient wants to give you a present
For nurses, accepting gifts – even if offered with the best of motives – is fraught with risk
15 Nov 2018
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Habits, and why breaking them can be good for you and your nursing practice
New perspectives can be just the prompt you need to question engrained behaviour
01 Nov 2018
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Faith, spirituality and offence: why it’s important to avoid making assumptions
Exercise caution and show respect if you are going to express your personal beliefs
29 Oct 2018
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Don’t let upsetting remarks affect your focus
How to stay focused and avoid becoming upset by chance remarks or disagreements at work
17 Sep 2018
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9 tips for returning to work
How to build your confidence and competence in your role after an absence
03 Sep 2018
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How to write a statement of events
If your employer asks you to write a formal statement stay calm and follow these tips
13 Aug 2018
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What to do if you make a medication error
Nurses have a duty of candour when mistakes occur. Here’s how to handle the situation
06 Aug 2018
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Feeling overwhelmed by the digital workplace?
Rapid advances can be daunting. Follow these tips to improve your skills and confidence
30 Jul 2018
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You can be amazing too: six small changes you can make to get out of a rut
Life as a nurse can be exhausting, but it’s important to recognise your own talents
03 Jul 2018
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The benefits of making time to be kind
It can seem difficult when you’re under pressure, but showing kindness really does make a...
21 Jun 2018
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Vulnerable patients: look beyond the obvious
Patients may want to hide frailties or fears, so adopt a curious attitude towards those in your care
07 Jun 2018
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How to challenge the misguided assumptions we all make
You cannot take back an insensitive comment, but you can minimise the risk of it happening
10 May 2018