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Practice nurse who gave patients wrong injection avoids NMC suspension
Nurse showed ‘admirable level of developing insight into her actions’, FtP hearing finds
04 Dec 2024
Steep rise in new registrants quitting profession, as recruitment slows
Burnout blamed for ‘devastating’ surge in newly registered nurses leaving NMC register
02 Dec 2024
Addiction and substance misuse in nursing: is it a hazard of the job?
Why many hesitate to seek help with addictive behaviours – and the available support
02 Dec 2024
Partial retirement from the NHS: what looks like the best option for me?
And find out if you’re at risk of losing pension payments thanks to a rule change
29 Nov 2024
Fitness to practise backlog: NMC cannot be expected to police nurses, says new adviser
Anthony Omo, short-term adviser to the regulator, made his comments at a NMC members’ meeting
28 Nov 2024
Free
How to be a nurse leader – even if it doesn’t come naturally
Do you shy away from leadership? Hear from an introvert who rose to a senior role
27 Nov 2024
Evidence and Practice
Advances in the early detection of pancreatic cancer – a literature review
Progress in early diagnosis will be key for improving prognosis and survival
28 Nov 2024
Developing nursing students’ digital capabilities to enhance public health
An assignment showed how digital literacy can be linked to public health improvement in...
20 Nov 2024
Improving cervical screening uptake in under-served patient populations
A quality improvement project promoting trust and engagement resulted in improved screening...
30 Oct 2024
Delivering spirometry in primary care during the COVID-19 pandemic via diagnostic hubs
Also a learning resource, they showed a need for symptom-led hubs that can incorporate other...
22 Oct 2024
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
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
How can I overcome my fears about making mistakes at work?
Tips on addressing anxiety over errors, plus how to handle them if they do occur
05 Dec 2024
‘Smart scrubs’: will your new work wardrobe help you do your job in comfort?
New NHS uniform has its critics, but perhaps it’s not such a bad idea
03 Dec 2024
Practice makes perfect: would reducing clinical placement hours be a mistake?
Placement hours are a big commitment, but they also build skills and confidence
19 Nov 2024
Students
Is it cheating if I use AI to help me with an assignment?
We look at the AI tools available, ways students can use them – and the potential pitfalls
04 Dec 2024
Side hustles: how can I make extra money as a nursing student?
From bank work to bar work, tips on making extra cash while maintaining your studies
27 Nov 2024
Feel you’re not good enough? Tips for students on building confidence
Strategies to help you overcome self-doubt in your studies and on placement
20 Nov 2024
Careers
What does a good employer look like? Your workplace checklist
Experts advise on what to look for, from team culture and well-being support to leadership
28 Nov 2024
Stay at band 5 or move up to band 6? How to decide what’s right for you
Stepping up may mean more pay, but what are the other factors to consider?
21 Nov 2024
Aesthetic nurse specialist: what does a typical week look like?
What an aesthetic nurse specialist does and how to get into this field
14 Nov 2024