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Children’s nursing: it is important it is to discuss a child’s condition with their parents and carers

The importance of nursing instinct and a sixth sense should not be underestimated

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Nicola Ranger, RCN general secretary and chief executive
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This is not about more responsibility, but recognition, and it will bring real change

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Children’s health: as part of its plans for an NHS fit for the future, the Labour government plans to create the healthiest generation ever by 2035

While the plans are laudable, there are many problems to be overcome

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One key change for children and young people's nursing in the 10 Year Health Plan for England is the establishment of neighbourhood multidisciplinary teams
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The 10 Year Health Plan for England seeks to establish neighbourhood multidisciplinary teams

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Advice for new nurses: illustration of a nurse smiling, with question marks and medical equipment in speech bubbles above her head
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The wisdom of experience passed on by colleagues – and practical jokes to watch out for

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Advertised nursing job on a small island has almost all the makings of a perfect post

An advertised nursing job on a small island has almost all the makings of a perfect post

Expert advice

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Nurse and MasterChef finalist Sarah Danesin

Meal planning and prep to boost your nutrition on demanding shifts

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NHS pension opt-out and buy-back: two jars of money side by side, one nearly empty, one almost full

You may now be able to fill in your pension gap, but there are financial pitfalls too

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NHS pension advice: close-up of cash note with the word PENSION emblazoned on it

Facing redundancy can be disconcerting, and for NHS nursing staff it comes with critical pension considerations. If you are an active member in the NHS Pension Scheme on the date...

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Nurse witness at employment tribunal: woman viewed from behind faces three panellists in official surroundings

Your role in the process, whether testifying for a colleague, employer or in your own case

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NHS pension opt-out: nurse figure climbs up stepped piles of coins

Opting out of NHS pension if money is tight is turning your back on future income

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Measles outbreak: cases are on the rise

Your quick guide to public health messaging, symptom recognition and infection control

Editorial

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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

Now is the time to mark our achievements despite unprecedented NHS pressures

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Children and young people nursing students learn and ask questions about baby incubation in a simulated exercise
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A new university project aims to address education concerns and bring about change

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Long-term health consequences of the pandemic for children are coming to the fore

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A rise in hepatitis cases is being investigated and there could be links to the pandemic

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Children’s nurses are agile and adaptable, but they are under increasing pressure and tired

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A number of concerns are contributing to children’s nurses' anxiety

Your views

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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. We ask readers what they think

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Nurse working hours: exhausted nurse drawn draped over a clock

Case of one nurse’s NMC suspension raises issue of working beyond your contracted hours

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CPD for nurses: a nurse studying via the RCNi Learn website on an electronic pad

Some argue staying up to date requires more than an hour of CPD a month

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Confidential patient records: a woman looking at files on a laptop and holding a mobile phone in her hand that displays a padlock

Without such boundaries, public trust in the nursing profession would be compromised

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The nurse as superhero trope can be damaging: two nurses stand atop a cliff, hands on hips while wearing capes

Hero image puts pressure on nurses to neglect their well-being and work to excess

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Everyday nurse leadership: illustration showing a nurse speaking to a group of four nurses

With staff at every level urged to lead, we ask our panel what this means in practice

Reviews

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from_birth_to_sixteen

Senior lecturer Alyson Davies reviews an account of the social context of child development

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Goodbye Daisy

A storybook about dealing with grief for children with special educational needs

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Lynne Marsh reviews a book arguing that vaccines save lives and do not cause autism

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Childhood obesity

Community nursing reference guide on nutrition and childhood obesity 

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Great Ormond Street Handbook

Illustrative guide aimed at all healthcare professionals caring for children and young people

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MentalHealth

Senior lecturer Dean-David Holyoake reviews Mental Health in Children and Young People

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