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What have nurse researchers learned from the COVID-19 pandemic?
Elizabeth Halcomb looks at some of the key lessons and initiatives
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Almost half of last year’s new NMC registrants were trained overseas
NMC data has sparked concern over quick fixes and recruitment from red list countries
Do's and don'ts of wearing gloves: help curb waste and avoid skin problems
To mark Glove Awareness Week, nurses are advised to change routines by reducing glove use
Free hospital parking for NHS staff in England to be scrapped on 31 March
Unions say its removal will result in some nurses leaving the profession
Being honest about errors in care: the guidance every nurse should read
NMC has updated its advice on duty of candour, which supports staff to be open with patients
What’s keeping you awake? Your guide to better sleep during the COVID-19 pandemic
Advice on how to plan around shift patterns and cope with insomnia and anxiety
Group of nurses work round the clock to send supplies to refugees fleeing Ukraine
Nurses’ initiative sees outpouring of support, with lorry set to leave packed with donations
Evidence and Practice
The changing paradigm of research delivery during a pandemic – a reflective account
How clinical research nurse leaders in two NHS organisations responded to the pandemic
Experiences of a community of research practice: a service evaluation
Learn about the benefits and challenges of a community of practice for research
Perspectives on reporting non-verbal interactions
Qualitative researchers need to reach a consensus on focus groups and group interviews
The impact of COVID-19 on doctoral research
How nurse researchers can adapt to the challenges and new opportunities of disruption
A reflection on the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research
Researchers’ experiences of the framework’s benefits and challenges, and lessons learnt
An introduction to Bayes’ theorem and examples of its application
A look at Bayes’ theorem via examples of conditional probability and clinical applications
Features
What inspired me to become a nurse – and why I choose to stay
Nurses reflect on their route into the profession and what keeps them motivated
How genomics is changing cancer nursing
What nurses working in cancer care need to know about genomics
Nurse-led project shows how rewarding a career in cancer research can be
Cancer Research UK senior nurse Ben Hood’s project ignites interest in cancer research role and boosts recruitment
A day in the life of a clinical research nurse
The shared diaries offer a taste of nursing life and its high points and challenges
Opinion
What have nurse researchers learned from the COVID-19 pandemic?
Elizabeth Halcomb looks at some of the key lessons and initiatives
Finding the best mentor fit is vital for progressing your career
Budding nurse researchers and clinical nurses will blossom with the right mentor
Strategic plan for nurse research is a good foundation
Commitment and resourcing by policy-makers and government is essential to plan’s success
Students
Take a year out from study, get paid and boost your CV: an internship with a difference
Promoting academic careers with a combined teaching and clinical research role for students
Careers
What is coaching and how can it help me take my career to the next level?
Find out what to expect from career coaching and how it can offer you fresh perspective
Are you at a career crossroads? Advice for nurses looking to change direction
The pandemic has left many nurses thinking of changing their role. Here’s what to consider
Clinical research: how getting involved gives your professional development a boost
Tips for taking an active role in nurse research, and why it’s exciting and rewarding work