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NHS Staff survey results: a nurse typing on a smartphone, with ratings speech bubble images hovering above it

The highest scorers in the NHS Staff Survey, based on flexible working, morale and more

Analysis
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Mental health nurses’ care failures: Mill View Hospital in Brighton

Coroner criticises failures to check patient record before tragedy, the latest at the trust

News
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Paediatric early warning system: nurse with child and parent
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How nurses can use PEWS to spot deterioration in babies, children and young people

Podcast
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A group of health visitors in south Wales hold banners, flags and signs during strike action in March

Health visitors in south Wales set to strike after NHS employer ignores job evaluation appeal 

News
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A nurse writing notes on a clipboard

He also failed to take observations and record that he had altered the scores

News
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New NHS uniform: two nurses wearing different styles

Around 55,000 staff wear the uniform but this is less than 10% of the intended workforce

News

Evidence and Practice

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Influence of family support and sociodemographic factors on anxiety levels among young people in Semarang, Indonesia

A study suggests ways to develop strategies to help prevent, detect and manage an

Clinical
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Equitable and high-quality practice learning for children’s nursing students

It must be inclusive, supportive and aligned to the needs of children and young people and

Clinical
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School nurses’ role in detecting child criminal exploitation and in early safeguarding

Enhancing nurses’ understanding of extra-familial harm and contextual safeguarding

Clinical
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Experiences of parents of autistic children and young people in accessing healthcare: a literature review

Nurses need more education on the care of autistic children and young people and their pare

Clinical
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Myanmar children

How virtual resources can support nurses and children and young people in conflict settings

Clinical
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Risk factors and nursing interventions for non-traumatic fractures in neonates and children: a systematic review with narrative synthesis

Children’s bone fragility and the critical role of nurses in identification and prevention<

Clinical

Features

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 Nurse behind seated patient stoops slightly and has her hands on his shoulders to express warmth and reassurance. Touch is a powerful way to show compassion in nursing

Judging when it’s appropriate to touch a patient or relative – and when it’s not

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Bad manager

Tips on initiating constructive conversations and where to seek support over poor leadershi

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A nurse sitting on her own looking sad and upset

Three children's nurses share how they manage their emotions after a patient’s death

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A nurse in scrubs is frowning and hunching her shoulders in a sign of distress

Tips for identifying worrying signs and supporting yourself and colleagues

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Illustration featuring five different NHS uniform tunic colours, from left to right: indigo, green, sea blue, navy blue and light blue

Nurses from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the pros of their nations’ uniforms

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Illustration shows healthcare staff around a table formed from a clock face to suggest a team approach to rostering

Team-based rostering pilots point to improved staff retention and greater collaboration

Opinion

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National Children’s Nurses’ Day on 30 June, organised by the Association of British Paediatric Nurses, is an annual day dedicated solely to the profession Picture: iStock
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Now is the time to mark our achievements despite unprecedented NHS pressures

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A nursing associate in training cares for a patient in a hospital bed

Fast-track programme for nursing associates is on the way.

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Children’s nursing: it is important it is to discuss a child’s condition with their parents and carers
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The importance of nursing instinct and a sixth sense should not be underestimated

Students

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Nurse job interviews: young woman projects positivity as she shakes hands with one of two interview panellists viewed from behind  2. Nurse job interviews: two interview

Tips to help you stand out (in a good way) in front of a recruitment panel 

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Bed rails assessment: an older patient lying on their side on a hospital bed holds on to a bed rail 

The steps you can take on placement to support patient safety and help prevent falls

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A nurse explaining to a patient

Steps for building better communication with patients and colleagues

Careers

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NHS nurse redundancy: pensive nurse leans on a corridor railing as she gazes out of a window

Practical advice on what to weigh up before making this important decision

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A senior nurse consults her notes and speaks to two other nurses in her team

Combining clinical and managerial expertise to keep patient flow moving safely

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A confident-looking senior nurse being interviewed by a potential employer

Here’s how to answer tricky questions and confidently showcase your skills to employers

Jobs