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COVID-19 home treatments for vulnerable people: the new antiviral options
Who is eligible for the treatments, what they do and how they are administered
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Chester hospital deaths: nurse charged with murder of eight babies appears in court
Lucy Letby attended a pre-trial hearing via video link from a prison in Surrey
Alarming shortage of specialist nurses seen at paediatric intensive care units – report
Study found only one paediatric intensive care unit in UK operating at safe staffing levels
RCN Nursing Awards 2022, a chance to showcase practice that makes a difference, now open
Entries invited for individuals and teams in 13 categories covering diversity of nursing
Compulsory vaccination: NHS staff protest in Trafalgar Square over mandatory COVID jabs
Unvaccinated front-line nurses could soon be redeployed or face the sack
Inflation-proof pay rise for nurses might ‘persuade many burnt-out staff to stay’
Unions give evidence to NHS pay review body and demand action from ministers
Mental health: helpline’s highest number of calls from nurses
A fifth of more than 800 calls to Our Frontline support service made during pandemic
Evidence and Practice
Acute coronary syndrome: role of the nurse in patient assessment and management
Learn how the syndrome develops and what characterises its different types
Practising cultural humility to promote person and family-centred care
Understand how an individual’s culture can affect their health behaviours
Role of the nurse in supporting patients to self-manage their medicines effectively
Addressing issues such as polypharmacy and non-adherence to medicine regimens
Engaging with research: practical advice for nurses at every level
How to integrate research evidence into your clinical practice
Respiratory assessment: undertaking an examination of the chest in adults
Learn a systematic approach that includes inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation
Understanding the pharmacology of the side effects of medicines
How knowledge of pharmacology can prevent adverse drug reactions and maintain patient safety
Features
Non-melanoma skin cancer: how to optimise patients’ outcomes and care experience
NMSC mortality is low, but nurses can ensure its impact on individuals is not downplayed
Nurse leadership: targeting stem cell donation and vaccine uptake in the Sikh community
How RCN Nurse Award winner Rohit Sagoo has improved outcomes and engagement
Patient’s Choice 2021: posthumous award for tireless patient advocate and supporter
Inspirational nurse Paul Murray honoured by many for his dedication to patient care
‘We can help women stop a tragic cycle’: meet our RCN Nurse of the Year 2021
Nicola Bailey defied opposition to set up abortion care in Northern Ireland amid the pandemic
Keeping forensic mental health services close to home: a lifetime’s work and leadership
Nurse consultant who transformed patient experience honoured with Special Recognition Award
Community mental healthcare: ‘My son felt listened to when he talked to his nurse’
Jodie Heath nominated for the 2021 Patient's Choice award for supporting young patient's complex health needs
Opinion
COVID-19 home treatments for vulnerable people: the new antiviral options
Who is eligible for the treatments, what they do and how they are administered
Should religious emblems worn as jewellery be exempt from nurse uniform policies?
Readers consider whether items such as crosses should be permitted, as are headscarves
Will the last nurse left in the NHS please turn out the light?
When nurses lose their annual leave due to others’ mismanagement, a line has been crossed
Students
Taking a patient history: a guide for nursing students
How to build your experience and confidence, plus tips on raising difficult questions
What is unprofessional behaviour and how can I avoid it?
Professionalism isn’t keeping quiet and looking tidy – here’s how to focus on what matters
Fundamentals of nursing care: how to get them right
Nutrition, continence and hygiene are some essential aspects of holistic nursing care
Careers
Work-life balance: what is compassionate rostering and how does it work?
Rotas and shift swaps need not create conflict if they are negotiated rather than imposed
Craving career change? Come to our jobs fair and meet a host of employers – entry free
Nurse recruiters will discuss job opportunities that could give your career a fresh start
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