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Self-rostering, work-life balance and job satisfaction in UK nursing
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Nurses brand call to take on extra cleaning duties ‘ridiculous’ and ‘outrageous’
Hospital’s plan to cover staffing shortages sparks social media backlash
Crackdown on punitive fees that seek to prevent overseas nurses moving jobs
Move aimed at rogue employers means they can now only claim back genuine expenses
Datix reports ignored or discouraged as staffing crisis prompts safety concerns
Nurses continue to log safe staffing concerns despite being told it’s a ‘pointless exercise’
Huge response to idea of relaxing English language requirements for overseas nurses
NMC has already received more than 31,000 submissions – a record for one of its consultations
12-month suspension for nurse who defrauded health board over bank shift payments
NMC hears that Emma Lavelle and colleague falsely claimed £1,504 for work not undertaken
Nurses overlooked in DHSC learning disability and autism plan, says RCN lead
Move to get people out of mental health hospitals fails to engage with specialist staff
Evidence and Practice
Self-rostering, work-life balance and job satisfaction in UK nursing
A literature review on how self-rostering may enhance work-life balance and job satisfaction
Co-production: what it is and how it can ensure inclusive practice
Co-production can be effective in improving experiences for service users and staff
Determinants and consequences of workplace violence against hospital-based nurses
A rapid review and synthesis of international evidence
Investigation of the causes and effects of stress in nurses working ‘floating shifts’
Why nurse managers should consider how floating shifts are administered
Supporting newly qualified nurses to develop their leadership skills
Enhance your knowledge of leadership styles, traits and characteristics
Using data analytics to enhance quality improvement projects
Data analytics in healthcare can enhance the effectiveness of quality improvement projects
Features
The therapeutic relationship: how rapport with patients aids shared decision-making
In an overstretched NHS, the nurse-patient relationship is more important than ever
Children and smacking: what changes to the law mean for your practice
Where each UK country stands, and how to respond if you see a child smacked by an adult
Integrated care systems: why they’re going to matter to you (if they don’t already)
A seamless health and care system sounds like the perfect plan – but will ICSs work?
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
Remote assessments for physical conditions: how to get the most from video calls
Virtual consultations can transform care, and there are tools to help with tech and skills
Ditching hierarchy in healthcare: could shared decision-making work for your team?
The leadership model ensuring staff at all levels can initiate and progress change
Opinion
Senior nurses are just as prone to workplace strains and stresses
We need greater awareness of how staff shortages and the pandemic are affecting senior nurses
How a change to care pathways at one trust has cut the need for amputations
Find out how a collaborative approach to change can help you improve patient care
Industrial action ballot: how it works and what you need to know
Our guide explains the rules on the poll and its potential impact on pay
Students
Coping with patient death: preparing for your clinical placement
We answer some common questions on care after death and supporting families
Difficult placements: coping with a hostile practice assessor
What to do if you feel unsupported or risk not qualifying due to placement problems
What is supernumerary status and why does it need protecting?
With placements disrupted by the pandemic, some view students’ special status as under threat
Careers
Framework for a career: how general practice nursing is being transformed
A new framework for general practice provides a structure for career and role development
What does a thrombosis nurse specialist do – and could this be your next role?
The position involves care in preventing, diagnosing and treating venous thromboembolism
Violence reduction nurse specialists: what do they do and what experience do you need?
Working mainly with young people at risk of violence, strong communication skills are key