Policy briefing

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How nurses can implement changes to the RCUK process for end of life decision-making

01 Oct 2020
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Picture shows two medics in discussion. Lack of personal protective equipment allows nurses to take a decision to protect themselves, RCN guidance says.

The implications for nurses of RCN guidance on care provision and inadequate PPE

23 Apr 2020
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Picture is abstract illustration showing three figures held within a hand. A guide on staff retention lists best practices, with suggestions including flexible working and pension options as well as support during menopause.
Suggestions focus on flexible working and pension options, support during menopause
03 Dec 2019
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Nurses meeting to discuss and reflect following a difficult situation

The RCN has issued guidance on how to discuss and reflect on challenging incidents at work

20 Aug 2019
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Glove awareness week
RCN Glove Awareness week stresses correct use of gloves and how nurses can protect their skin
25 Apr 2019
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RCN sets out competencies for healthcare staff in relation to adult safeguarding

08 Nov 2018
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A woman carer and therapy dog with an elderly female patient

A new RCN protocol supports nurses in planning to bring dogs safely into care homes and other healthcare environments

14 Jun 2018
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NEWS

In December 2017, the Royal College of Physicians updated the National Early Warning Score to improve identification of acutely ill patients

01 Mar 2018
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New guidance on staff retention from NHS Improvement encourages employers to listen to nurses and engage and empower staff and look closely at their developme

26 Jan 2018
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WiFi

The latest policy and what it means for healthcare professionals.

10 Oct 2017
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Professionalism

The latest policy and what it means for healthcare professionals.

16 Jun 2017
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Trade union Unite has issued a policy briefing on a new toolkit to combat racism in the NHS
14 Nov 2016

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