Financial hardship is a reason some consider leaving their studies, but help is available
How nurse pay performs in the graduate jobs market, and why its value is not what it was
The cost of living for nurses varies substantially in different nations of the UK
Over-referral to regulator causes registrants unnecessary stress and clogs up FtP system
Nursing staff pay is not matching the skills and experience gained
Public confidence, patient safety and comfort are vital but there is scope for expression
From a Crimean War hero via an inspiring Princess to the NHS’s first black nurse and matron
Why some UK nurses are leaving to work in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the US and Canada
The plan aims for advanced nursing practice models and performance-driven appraisals
The lack of UK guidance on their use and risks is something the RCN wants to address
What nursing staff say about the prejudice they face, plus advice on taking action
The savings trusts make with cut-price bank rates, and what you lose out on as a result
Many now regard the independent review body as outdated, bureaucratic and inefficient
The requirements and benefits of ANP roles, including experience, qualifications and pay
Protecting title in law gives you the respect you’ve earned, as well as promoting safety
How public health catastrophe unfolded, legacy of long-COVID and aims of official inquiry
Inadequate handovers can lead to failures to respond to a rapid decline in someone’s health
Why weighing the pros and cons of working long shifts is complicated when you’re a nurse