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COVID-19: working within the limits of your competence
How to ensure you work at your own skill level, even in exceptional circumstances
23 Mar 2020
Mandy Day-Calder
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Upholding your profession’s reputation – even after your shift ends
Nurses are expected to maintain certain standards – so what does that mean in your down time?
26 Feb 2020
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Imposter syndrome: how nurses can learn to silence their inner critic
There are steps you can take to control the triggers of self-doubt
23 Jan 2020
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Handling change at work and avoiding overload
How to maintain emotional balance in a new nursing role or challenging transition
29 Nov 2019
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Workplace time-out: when some things are best left unsaid
Not everything has to be up for discussion, even if colleagues’ opinions clash with yours
16 Oct 2019
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Self-care for nurses: it’s not selfish to think of your own health and well-being
Looking after yourself is essential when you are caring for others
23 Sep 2019
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Interview skills: what to do when your mind goes blank
How to keep your cool and avoid ‘brain freeze’ during a job interview
15 Aug 2019
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Resilience: the knack of bouncing back from the bad days
Sometimes you need to focus on what gives you the boost in confidence you need
11 Jul 2019
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How to avoid the mind fog of the nurse’s endless to-do list
Tips for coping when you are feeling overwhelmed
22 May 2019
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Be your own nurse: listen to what your body’s telling you and forget about guilt
Sometimes you’ve got to advocate for your own needs, for the sake of your health
11 Apr 2019
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If you’re stressed at work, comparing yourself to others will only feed the anxiety
Practical tips for nurses on how to stop negative thoughts in their tracks
28 Mar 2019
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When you think you’re a good organiser, but they think you’re just plain bossy
Steps you can take to ensure nurse colleagues don’t misread your good intentions
15 Mar 2019
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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
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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