Analysis

Emergency department falls: assessing patients who are vulnerable

Risk factors to look for to help prevent falls in hospital

PPE: there is more of it – but it’s still not fit for purpose, say female nurses

Nursing Standard survey finds many still struggle to get equipment that fits

Compassionate leadership: how to make it happen in your workplace

Empathy and inclusiveness can be hard to find in the hierarchies of the NHS

Nurses’ freedom to speak: are things better for whistleblowers in the NHS?

Improvements have been made, but work culture still needs to change

Collective action: how nurse power can effect change in working conditions

Nurses acting together can achieve success that has significant implications

Sight loss and driver safety: how to spot symptoms and advise your patients

What you need to know about common conditions and your duty in relation to informing the DVLA

Endometriosis: why diagnosis can take years, and how to help patients

Guidance on identifying the often debilitating condition, plus treatment options

Salary sacrifice purchases: things to consider before signing up

It may seem like a lifeline, but the option can increase financial difficulties for some

Pay offer: how it breaks down and what nurses need to know

Met with a decision to ballot on industrial action, NHS offer is among most complicated ever

‘Smoke-free’ NHS sites: how support for patients and staff can make it a reality

On-site cessation teams, staff programmes and e-cigarette use are all part of the solution

Using instant messaging apps at work: what are the advantages and risks?

Advice on using services such as WhatsApp safely in healthcare settings

What to do if you suspect a fracture in the ED

Failing to spot a fracture can be serious, so nurses need to know what to look for

How to stay cool at work in the hot weather

Tips that can help you maintain hydration, conserve energy and cope with menopause symptoms

Learning disabilities and autism training: why change was needed

Two tragic deaths were the catalyst for the programmes to improve skills, support and care

Period policies: why every workplace should have one to support staff

Creating healthy workplaces with from menstruation to menopause

Why are nurses more likely to be bullied than other NHS staff?

Advice for staff when faced with a toxic culture that poses a risk to them and patient care

RCN congress 2022: how does it work, and what’s on the agenda this year?

Financial hardship, overwork and compassion fatigue are among the issues for debate

Pressure to work overtime: how to say no and prioritise work-life balance

If you’re working extra hours it may well be unpaid – and it may well be damaging your health

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