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Tory peer blasts ‘scandalous’ rejection of thousands of would-be nursing students
‘Rationing’ of university places condemned with 35,000 potential nursing students turned away
Nurses have endured a decade of falling wages, study finds
Health Foundation says pandemic and cost of living crisis necessitate a new approach to pay
New nursing education institute aims to revolutionise learning ‘for tomorrow’s nurses’
RCN wants the institute to become a centre of excellence in nurse learning
Racism in the NHS: promotion twice as likely for white nurses
RCN survey shows racism is rife and black and Asian nurses often miss out on promotion
Overworked, no lunch breaks, chronic staff shortages – nurses speak out
RCN congress discusses long hours and votes to investigate its impact on nurses’ health
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
Evidence and Practice
Being reflexive in research and clinical practice: a practical example
Being reflexive as a researcher and a nurse can transform the care of patients and families
Reflecting on ‘insider’ and ‘outsider’ positionality in culturally sensitive research
Insights from a female researcher undertaking research with young Pakistani men
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
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
How my CAR-T therapy research seeks to improve cancer care and empower nurses
Study was started during the pandemic and seeks to find out more about this cancer treatment
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
Students
Clinical placement in a research and development team: what a nursing student can expect
Seeing clinical trials up close shows how medical ethics work in a real-world setting
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 do clinical academic nurses do and would this dual role suit me?
How to use clinical experience to develop the evidence base that underpins patient care
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