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Missing nursing student: fifth man arrested, police make fresh appeal to public
Police make renewed appeal for information about Owami Davies, who vanished over a month ago
Medication errors: how to avoid them and what to do if you make one
Advice on common mistakes, their potential consequences and methods to improve safety
Petition urges Government to rethink scrapping NHS COVID sick pay
Nurses with long-COVID say the payments were a lifeline providing financial security
Nursing in social care: how leadership opportunities can change its image
Using career pathways and peer support to attract people to the sector
Nurses brand call to take on extra cleaning duties ‘ridiculous’ and ‘outrageous’
Hospital’s plan to cover staffing shortages sparks social media backlash
New training will help nurses avoid skin damage from gloves while reducing waste
Free online course for all care settings aims to curb excessive reliance on gloves
Evidence and Practice
Professional, legal and ethical dimensions of prescribing. Part 2: legal and ethical
Legislation and underpinning ethical principles that guide decision-making in prescribing
Identifying and supporting women at risk of, or experiencing, violence and abuse
Enhance your understanding of the forms of violence and abuse women and girls may experience
Professional, legal and ethical dimensions of prescribing. Part 1: professional
This first article of two identifies the main professional dimensions of prescribing practice
Using the ‘8Rs’ checklist to support safe vaccination practice
Enhance your understanding of the principles of safe vaccination practice
Integrating new non-medical practitioners in general practices
Barriers and facilitators to integrating new non-medical practitioners in general practices
COVID-19 and diabetes: onset and challenges in management
There is a clear correlation and bidirectional relationship between diabetes and COVID-19
Features
The therapeutic relationship: how rapport with patients aids shared decision-making
In an overstretched NHS, the nurse-patient relationship is more important than ever
Diagnostic overshadowing: the menopause and mental health
Menopause may be missed or misdiagnosed, preventing women from receiving the help they need
Why I became a children’s nurse – and why I still love it
Six nurses reveal why they chose children’s nursing and why it remains so rewarding
Children and smacking: what changes to the law mean for your practice
Where each UK country stands, and how to respond if you see a child smacked by an adult
Integrated care systems: why they’re going to matter to you (if they don’t already)
A seamless health and care system sounds like the perfect plan – but will ICSs work?
Help for vulnerable families that proves value of health visiting
Innovative projects supported isolated families during the pandemic
Opinion
Industrial action ballot: how it works and what you need to know
Our guide explains the rules on the poll and its potential impact on pay
Staff retention: what would the NHS look like if nurses’ roles were respected?
Stemming the tide of leavers post-COVID will require more than increased overseas recruitment
DNACPR notices: the patient’s role in decision-making and when consent is needed
The discussions required for valid notices, and how patients and their families are involved
Students
Coping with patient death: preparing for your clinical placement
We answer some common questions on care after death and supporting families
What is a nurse paramedic and could this master’s-level role suit you?
A new course integrates the two professions, allowing graduates to forge a new career path
What to expect from a placement in social care
You’ll learn core skills in a nurse-led environment and support people in the community
Careers
What does a thrombosis nurse specialist do – and could this be your next role?
The position involves care in preventing, diagnosing and treating venous thromboembolism
Violence reduction nurse specialists: what do they do and what experience do you need?
Working mainly with young people at risk of violence, strong communication skills are key
Framework for a career: how general practice nursing is being transformed
A new framework for general practice provides a structure for career and role development