How to prevent inpatient falls: start by refusing to accept they’re inevitable
Falls should be seen as shocking, rather than normal hospital events
12 Apr 2021
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Older people’s nurses and mental health: strategies to cope and support colleagues
The pandemic has been tough, but there are ways to help maintain well-being
08 Mar 2021
Glove use and vaccinations: what the COVID-19 guidance says
There has been some confusion over whether gloves should be worn by vaccinators
15 Feb 2021
COVID-19 vaccination: your guide to consent
Managing this vital part of the roll-out, plus the process for those who lack capacity
08 Feb 2021
Empathy at the end of life: how to care without compromising your well-being
A cancer nurse specialist shares her experience of learning self-care in her new book
04 Feb 2021
Older people abuse: how nurses can spot the signs and what to do about it
It is vital that nurses recognise abuse, be it physical, emotional, financial or sexual
03 Feb 2021
Domestic abuse: how to spot the signs and support colleagues who may be affected
Nurses in all sectors will have contact with victims, but can also be at risk themselves
18 Jan 2021
Helping care home staff monitor residents and identify early signs of deterioration
Nurse helps develop version of NEWS2 to support care in residential and nursing homes
04 Jan 2021
Best apps for nurses: the help that’s just a click away
The smartphone apps that support your practice and can make your home life easier too
29 Dec 2020
Submitting a written statement: what you need to know
The RCN’s quick reference guide will help you to avoid the common pitfalls
23 Dec 2020
How nurses can help to rehabilitate care home residents after COVID-19
Nurses can use their skills to unlock the potential for rehabilitation of older people in...
24 Nov 2020
How to switch off at the end of your shift
Advice and techniques to help you avoid taking work worries and concerns home with you
26 Oct 2020
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CPR at 38,000ft: the nursing student who took control of an in-flight emergency
Isobel Corrie named RCNi Nurse Awards Patient’s Choice winner after saving passenger’s life
09 Oct 2020
A nurse champion of oral care in community services
A palliative care nurse’s successful oral care initiative has been adapted by other teams
09 Oct 2020
Healthcare projects on an overseas placement: how one student’s plan generated a team...
RCNi Nursing Student Award winner’s networking and persistence got a clinic up and running
08 Oct 2020
Preventing hospital admissions and improving end of life care: a team approach
How the RCNi Nurse Awards Team of the Year integrates physical and mental health services
08 Oct 2020
Dementia care: the nurse-led service that gets to the heart of what matters to carers
Admiral Nurse Kerry Lyons’ dementia support service is reducing inpatient stays and...
06 Oct 2020
Nurse educators' initiative improves oral health of care home residents...
Response was prompted by CQC report on lack of oral health training in many care homes
24 Sep 2020