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Report reveals extent of global nursing shortage – and how to address it
Findings show ‘investment in the nursing profession is a benefit to society, not a cost’
07 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: RCN leads tributes as third nurse dies
College says dedicated nurse Liz Glanister was on the front line of the coronavirus fight
06 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: trust creates PPE safety officer role to support staff during pandemic
The appointed nurses ensure staff are properly protected when using PPE
06 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: tell us about PPE in your workplace
Take part in Nursing Standard’s survey on personal protective equipment
05 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: tributes paid to nurses and HCAs who have died
Tributes paid to dedicated and passionate health professionals
05 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: NMC widens its appeal for nurses to join temporary register
Invitation extended to those who left the register earlier and those who trained overseas
03 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: public applaud NHS staff once more
Clapping from doorsteps, windows and balconies across the UK
02 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: government issues new PPE guidance for healthcare staff
Guidelines come as nurse unions continue to raise concerns about lack of protective equipment
02 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: shortages limit amount of testing for NHS workers
Despite removal of 15% cap, many trusts lack resources to carry out enough tests
02 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: not a ‘mental health crisis’, healthcare experts warn
Anxiety and depression during pandemic are features of ‘mental wellness, not mental illness’
02 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: RCN demands action over ‘unconscionable’ lack of PPE
Reports some front-line nurses have been told to cope without PPE when supplies run low
01 Apr 2020
Nurses in England receive final annual pay rise in line with 2018 three-year deal
1.7% pay rise a 'little bit of cheer' during COVID-19 pandemic
01 Apr 2020
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Calls for other temporary COVID-19 hospitals to be named after influential nurses
Mary Seacole among figures requested by petition and social media posts
01 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: struggling nurses need psychological support, says charity
Suicide prevention charity calls for dedicated helpline for healthcare staff
31 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: home care providers resort to crowdfunding to buy PPE for staff
Nurses in all settings still waiting on personal protective equipment, says RCN
31 Mar 2020
Nursing and Midwifery Council clarifies its position on nurses who do not start CPR
NMC has reiterated its support for current guidance following recent FtP cases
31 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: England’s chief nurse condemns violence and verbal abuse towards nurses
‘Respect and listen to NHS staff’ during pandemic, urges Ruth May
30 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: NHS staff offered thousands of free meals and cab rides
Restaurant, food delivery and cab firms rally to support front-line workers during pandemic
30 Mar 2020