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Nursing associate job ad calls for ‘registered nurse’ ability
Trust removes ad after concerns raised over replacing registered nurses with associates
Patient death due partly to repositioning plan being ignored
Coroner’s report says patient developed septicaemia after lack of adherence to care plan
Bill to legally protect ‘nurse’ job title clears first hurdle in parliament
Labour MP Dawn Butler proposed legislation to ensure only registered nurses use the title
Struck off: hospital nurse jailed for stealing more than £100,000 from three patients
I was blinded by the money but am a good nurse, Kelvin Ramasta told NMC
Is the NMC starting to serve you better, six months on from ‘toxic culture’ report?
Troubled regulator says it is striving to do better. We look at the evidence
Band 5 or 6 nurse: the pros and cons of going for promotion
How do pay and career progression compare, and when is the right time to step up?
Evidence and Practice
How to undertake an effective oral health assessment
Mouth care should be prioritised in nursing and care homes to prevent progression of dental...
A Walk Through Dementia: exploring the effects of a virtual reality app
Simulation allows students to develop skills which might be difficult in clinical settings
Delivering safe, person-centred care for acutely unwell older people on virtual wards
An overview of technology-enabled virtual wards and barriers to their use in older people’s...
Improving meaningful activity and engagement for residents in long-term care settings
A project saw improved nutrition and hydration, improved sleep patterns and a reduction in...
Exploring self-care health-related beliefs, values and attitudes with older patients
Using a reflective framework may help patients consider change or a new way of self-care
Features
Listen to this! 15 podcasts made with you in mind
Podcasts that support your practice, share career advice, or help you wind down
Using touch to show compassion: tailoring non-verbal communication to the individual
Judging when it’s appropriate to touch a patient or relative – and when it’s not
How to handle a bullying, weak or incompetent boss
Tips on initiating constructive conversations and where to seek support over poor leadership
Under excess pressure? The emotional signs of stress and how to deal with them
Tips for identifying worrying signs and supporting yourself and colleagues
Uniform approach: what we like about our standardised scrubs
Nurses from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the pros of their nations’ uniforms
Rostering: could more control over your shift timings transform your work-life balance?
Team-based rostering pilots point to improved staff retention and greater collaboration
Opinion
Feeling under pressure in work or at home? Here’s how setting achievable goals can help
Practical tips if you’re struggling to get your life or career under control
Remote prescribing: is it ever good practice?
Striking off of nurse who prescribed Botox highlights risks of ignoring guidance
NHS misconduct: it’s time the rules for staff and managers aligned
The proposal for a regulating body that holds managers to account is a step forward
Students
Interested in community nursing? How to start as a newly registered nurse
Dedicated career pathway programmes help students to explore their options
Is it ever okay to lie to protect a patient? Advice for nursing students
Our panel on whether dishonesty is ever acceptable in patient communication
Discussing death: experts’ tips on clear communication – and when to stay quiet
What to do if you don’t feel ready to broach the topic, and how to manage your own emotions
Careers
How to use feedback to build your confidence and your career
Even if it’s not positive, it can help you to develop skills and strengths – find out how
Redeployment: how can it help with my career development?
Working in a new setting or team can be daunting, but also offers opportunities for growth
Your annual appraisal: how to prepare and what to expect
Tips to ensure your appraisal reflects your contributions, plus how it’s linked to pay