Pre-death grief: how to support families with bereavement before the end of life
Grief can begin long before death, as with terminal illnesses such as dementia or cancer
11 Sep 2023
Analysis
Could a tuition fees scheme help nursing students to stay and cut attrition?
The need for better incentives and support for nursing’s next generation is pressing
28 Aug 2023
Lucy Letby: how the trial unfolded and timeline of investigation into babies’ deaths
We review the key events, after the nurse’s sentencing for murder and attempted murder
21 Aug 2023
Workplace bullying: why it’s so common in nursing and what to do if it happens to you
Bullying can have a huge impact on well-being, but is not always dealt with well
14 Aug 2023
The NHS pay deal is about more than wages. Now the wider issues are up for discussion
Package came with promise that concerns including safe staffing would be addressed
07 Aug 2023
That guilty feeling: if work is weighing on your conscience, you’re not alone
How to gain healthy perspective when you’re shouldering too much responsibility
31 Jul 2023
Chronic wound care: achieving better record-keeping and communication
Learn more about the national wound care strategy at Nursing Live, RCNi’s unique event
24 Jul 2023
Restrictive practices: surprising actions that may breach patients’ rights
The legal implications of using practices that limit individuals’ activities
17 Jul 2023
NHS workforce plan: what does it mean for nurses and training places?
Critics say it lacks detail on how extra staff will be trained – and a retention strategy
10 Jul 2023
Clinical placement shortages: are they putting nursing at risk?
Plans to increase student numbers will be scuppered if a lack of places is not addressed
03 Jul 2023
Fundamental care: is competence being eroded in essential areas of practice?
Nurses voice concerns about routine bowel and wound care being missed
26 Jun 2023
What to do when your workplace culture is toxic
There are now more avenues for nurses to raise concerns, but fear of speaking up persists
19 Jun 2023
The therapeutic relationship: communication techniques for the best patient outcomes
How to build a connection with your patients that works in their best interests
12 Jun 2023
Can bodycams really protect nurses from sexual assault and aggression at work?
Advocates of surveillance say it modifies behaviour, but opponents worry it damages trust
05 Jun 2023
Why are so many nurses still on 12-hour shifts, despite the safety risks?
Some say fewer but longer shifts are the only cost-effective way of working
29 May 2023
Nursing beyond your 40s: does it have to mean ‘tired out’?
The pros and cons of working beyond midlife and through menopause and life challenges
22 May 2023
Working beyond the scope of your role: how to push back and ensure safe practice
Steps to take to protect yourself and patients if assigned work outside your competency
15 May 2023
Why it needn’t be a fight to get your annual leave entitlement
Your rights, your employer’s responsibilities and what to do if you are facing issues
08 May 2023