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Thinking of leaving the NHS – what you and your manager should do first
RCN survey reveals 45% of nursing staff are considering leaving the NHS
Agency nurses: how much do they earn – and at what cost to the NHS?
The NHS wants to cut agency spend, so we examine their pay and financial burden on services
Nurse pay around the world: how does your salary compare?
We look at the rises agreed in comparable healthcare systems and how UK salaries rate
Drug errors: how to reduce your risk of making a mistake
Steps to take to minimise your chance of causing preventable harm to a patient
Going to work in sickness and in health?
We take a look at the figures for staff sickness rates and how they compare across NHS roles
Night shifts – strategies to help you sleep better
Shift work disrupts the body clock and sleep, but there are strategies to help you cope
Nursing students: why are almost 40% leaving before they qualify?
How the figures compare across the UK, and what could help stop the trend
The secrets of effective nurse leadership
Explore what makes a successful leader and which leadership style is right for you
Nursing pay: how to get the salary you deserve
A visual guide to acting-up pay, rebanding and pay justice, including requesting a review
Nursing associates: what is their role and scope of practice?
They are a valued part of the NHS workforce – read more about their role
What’s the perfect shift length for a nurse?
We break down the evidence on what works best for staff satisfaction and patient safety
Pay: what the new deal could mean for you
We look at what nurses will get by band, and how pay compares with cost of living changes