Advanced nurse practitioner: a typical shift in emergency response
An ANP in primary and urgent care explains the role and the skills required
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Nursing student appeals to NMC for compassionate leave allowance
Emma Garner missed placement shifts to be with her ill son
09 Oct 2024
Ward manager struck off after ‘witch’ jibe and conduct and competence issues
Band 7 nurse humiliated colleagues, used foul language and made clinical errors
08 Oct 2024
Thinking of leaving the NHS – what you and your manager should do first
RCN survey reveals 45% of nursing staff are considering leaving the NHS
08 Oct 2024
Free
Nursing Live free event: what’s in it for your nursing branch?
Nursing Live on 23-24 October can help nurses and students in all specialties
07 Oct 2024
Free
Pressure ulcers: tips for avoiding preventable harm
Tissue viability nurse consultant Julie Tyrer talks about risk assessment tools
02 Oct 2024
NHS pay: delays to salary uplifts to end
Wes Streeting promises timely pay decision, but RCN wary of ‘language of austerity’
01 Oct 2024
Evidence and Practice
Reducing health inequalities by better access to hepatitis C virus testing and treatment
A nurse-led project that can be replicated micro-eliminated HCV by innovative, partnership...
25 Sep 2024
Type 2 diabetes: initiating non-insulin-based treatment in adults
Practical advice and useful resources to help nurses support their patients
18 Sep 2024
Identification, assessment and management of osteoporosis in primary care
Risk reduction strategies to prevent fractures and an overview of pharmacological therapy
21 Aug 2024
District nurses as leaders within their profession and in the NHS: a narrative review
Nurses need to increase the visibility of the profession and be ready to take on strategic...
07 Aug 2024
Features
Listen to this! 15 podcasts made with you in mind
Podcasts that support your practice, share career advice, or help you wind down
05 Jul 2024
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
12 Apr 2024
Uniform approach: what we like about our standardised scrubs
Nurses from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the pros of their nations’ uniforms
01 Mar 2024
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
27 Feb 2024
I came close to death – now I’m using my experience to improve mental healthcare
Mental health nurse Matty Caine on his pioneering service First Person Project
14 Feb 2024
Bonding with long-term patients: promoting continuity of care within healthy boundaries
Tips on fostering ongoing therapeutic relationships while avoiding undue attachment
09 Feb 2024
Opinion
When should nursing staff refuse to treat a patient?
Our panel discusses duty and safety when it comes to racist or violent patients
24 Sep 2024
Mpox: should UK be worried and are nursing staff at increased risk?
How to spot signs, identify risk factors and understand the treatment options
20 Aug 2024
Extra shifts: would you be willing to do more to help clear the NHS backlog?
NHS staff already work over their hours, often unpaid to help cut patient waiting times
16 Aug 2024
Students
Assignment deadline: how to give yourself the best chance of handing in on time
Practical tips for keeping to the essay deadline, even if you’re busy or stressed
09 Oct 2024
Are you a visual or aural learner? How to make the most of your learning style
Find out how identifying your style can help you be a more effective learner
02 Oct 2024
Nurse in charge for the day – what I learned on my social care placement
A taste of nurse leadership and a chance to learn outside of a ward setting
26 Sep 2024
Careers
Day shift only roles – what are my options if I want to ditch nights?
What to consider if you are looking for greater flexibility and work-life balance
08 Oct 2024
Nurse consultant: what does it take to reach this high-level role?
How to plan ahead to gain the skills and experience required
01 Oct 2024
Advanced nurse practitioner: a typical shift in emergency response
An ANP in primary and urgent care explains the role and the skills required
18 Sep 2024