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Leadership: how the QNI is helping community nurses develop their skills
Two cohorts of nurses have successfully completed the QNI’s leadership programme since 2017
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Health visitor numbers lowest ever, says Labour Party
Analysis of NHS data reveals decline in health visitor numbers in England
RCN vows to hold Conservatives to account over campaign pledges for nurses
Newly-elected Conservatives urged to tackle nursing shortages and release funds for students
Uber to offer nurses discounted transport and food at Christmas
NHS staff can claim two trips or meals worth up to £10 each
Differing medical record systems between NHS trusts ‘risk the safety of patients’
Study in England reveals 21 systems that fail to share information effectively
2020 Year of the Nurse and Midwife ‘our chance to jump-start a new way to see nursing’
International Council of Nurses reveals how it will promote the profession
Award-winning app slashes nursing student dropout rate
University’s scheme helps tutors identify placement issues at an early stage
Evidence and Practice
Improving women’s uptake of cervical screening in primary care
Why you should read this article: • To enhance your knowledge of how cervical screening is...
How to make clear and compelling written arguments: advice for nurses
In healthcare clearly formulated arguments can mean nurses’ efforts are directed effectively
Measles: the role of health protection teams and primary care
Prompt notification by clinicians and appropriate public health actions can prevent infection
Death: a social disadvantage? How one hospice is addressing inequality at end of life
How a small independent hospice developed an equalities steering committee for the community
Brief health promotion in urgent care centres: a qualitative study
Patients’ and nurse practitioners’ attitudes to brief health promotion
‘Why didn’t I say something at the time?’ A reflective account of a public incident
A reflection on an incident observed while commuting relating to the issue of data protection
Features
General practice nursing: a specialism in need of a higher profile and more recruits
Three years on from a QNI survey, have general practice nurses' concerns been addressed?
Diabetes: why managing the condition is about so much more than blood sugar levels
People can find the emotional demands relentless, leading to diabetes distress or burnout
Diabetes: what nurses can learn from peer support groups
Young, newly diagnosed adults value a positive approach that makes them feel less isolated
Leadership: how the QNI is helping community nurses develop their skills
Two cohorts of nurses have successfully completed the QNI’s leadership programme since 2017
District nursing’s survival is vital to a modern healthcare system
The value of nursing in the community is starting to be recognised. But is it too late?
NHS over-40s health check: how nurses can make it bigger and better
It was never just for the worried well, but now a major revamp will extend its reach
Opinion
Nurses should be given technology for instant access to patient records
The technology exists for multidisciplinary teams to instantly share updated patient records
Celebrate your achievements by entering the RCNi Nurse Awards 2020
The RCNi Nurse Awards 2020 are now open for entries – and we want to hear about your project
How Facebook transformed our breast screening service
Uptake increased thanks to social media posts and a messaging app
Students
It’s just not true that your first job must be in an acute hospital – and here’s why
QNI's Crystal Oldman on why the community is the perfect place to start your nursing career
What a placement on a remote island taught me about truly person-centred care
Working in this environment means really getting to know your patients, says Elizabeth Spence
Refugee camp made me thankful for NHS
A nursing student describes volunteering at a refugee camp and reflects on what she learned
Careers
Imposter syndrome: don’t be too hard on yourself when you transition to a new role
Career transition can be uncomfortable, so be realistic about what you expect of yourself
Experiences of pregnant women with fetal diagnosis of congenital heart disease
Parent support groups have an important role for women with fetal abnormalities
Why community nursing is not just for older nurses
Newly qualified nurses can gain clinical skills and confidence outside the hospital setting