NHS services are running on sheer goodwill and teamwork
COVID-19 has laid bare the depth of the nurse workforce crisis, with staff at tipping point
12 Jan 2021
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Inclusive and compassionate leadership is what we need now
Leaders willing to learn from experience can create a more productive environment
23 Dec 2020
COVID-19 and abuse of staff: how we’re handling aggression towards nurses
Visiting restrictions have provoked aggressive behaviour from some members of the public
14 Dec 2020
We’ve given our all in the COVID-19 response – but it’s not over yet
As the vaccination programme gets underway, nurses step up again
09 Dec 2020
Care homes and COVID-19: nurses must work closely with families to ensure safe visits
New guidance and effective infection control can reduce the risks to residents and staff
09 Dec 2020
Why you should care about climate change and how you can push the agenda
Nurses should come together and share environmentally friendly ideas and resources
17 Nov 2020
COVID-19 and nurse well-being: how to ensure staff aren’t afraid to come to work
What exhausted, overstretched and anxious front-line staff need now from senior leaders
05 Nov 2020
Prioritising nurse safety not only protects staff, but patients too
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted that safe staffing and proper PPE mean better care
27 Oct 2020
New matrons: stepping up during the pandemic
Two new matrons at the same trust talk about the pressures and pleasures of the role
20 Oct 2020
How to show values-driven nursing leadership in challenging times
Values-based leadership in difficult times is beneficial in delivering compassionate care
13 Oct 2020
Why nurse managers need to start saying ‘yes’ to flexible working
Even small changes to staff working patterns can improve care and retain nurses
22 Sep 2020
Successful nursing handovers: tips for every shift
Clear communication is critical. Here’s how to make the most of handovers
17 Sep 2020
Care after death: the grief journey for those bereaved during COVID-19
How a redeployed nursing team supported families affected by visiting restrictions
09 Sep 2020
Obesity in nursing: why fat-shaming helps no one
Thin nurse does not equal better nurse, but obesity is a risk factor we need to address
11 Aug 2020
Stop saying ‘the band 5’: why referring to colleagues by their pay band has had its day
Hierarchical blindness undervalues staff and has no place in a post-pandemic workplace
24 Jun 2020
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Talking about death and dying: COVID-19 has taught us not to wait
Help nursing colleagues and teams cope with grief by signposting to information and support
11 Jun 2020
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Coping with the death of a colleague: advice and support for nurses
How to deal with bereavement at work and where to go for support
09 Jun 2020
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Some care homes may not survive COVID-19
Anita Astle says pandemic has pushed her to the brink and her nursing home towards bankruptcy
13 May 2020