Wendy Johnson
Nothing will change until service users’ health needs are met
Despite the LeDeR continually highlighting health inequalities demonstrable change is slow
Why it is about time that records of any ‘use of force' are kept
All settings must have policies on avoiding restraint, seclusion and restrictive practices
Have your say on the new Liberty Protection Safeguards Code of Practice
Nurses have until 7 July to contribute to the consultation on proposed changes in England
Reasonable adjustments: can we do more for potential employees with autism?
Nurses could be used as a resource to fill the gap for direct workplace support
Why learning disability nurses need to be service leaders
Specialist nurses need to lead for real and lasting change to be realised
Non-verbal communication: why it’s important to show service users that you’re listening
Being held, heard and shown you matter is key for treating vulnerable patients
Why our role in safeguarding the vulnerable is more important than ever
Asking the right questions gives service users more chances to admit they are at risk
Collaboration and preparation will be key to the success of Liberty Protection...
Learning disability nurses should be aware of changes being implemented in spring 2022
Why is there such bias in healthcare against people with learning disabilities?
The government’s own research on COVID-19 deaths reveals a shocking statistic
COVID-19 and needle phobia: ensuring service users are vaccinated
Trust and consent are key to supporting people to have the vaccine safely
Planet Rachael: all at sea during COVID-19 – anyone got a bilge pump?
Rachael’s isolation at the start of COVID-19 didn’t seem anything new but things have changed
Planet Rachael: the danger of making assumptions
In the ‘new normal’, we must not assume that virtual consultations are accessible to all