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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

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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 

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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

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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

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Cut to placement hours: nurse with student on ward

Regulator invites feedback on proposals, but the RCN has concerns about student preparedness

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District nurse deputy team leader Lauren Heald uses a smartphone to take a picture of a wound on a patient’s foot

Community nurses have reduced healing times and saved money in remote monitoring trial

Analysis

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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

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A nurse in uniform fills up her car at a petrol pump

Eligible staff will soon be able to claim back more money – find out what it means for you

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Nurse student loan debt: woman dressed in scrubs pushes boulder marked ‘debt’ uphill

Nurses speak out over fears career progression only worsens student loan burden

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Rise in numbers of senior nurses; a senior nurse explains something to two colleagues

Rising band 7 and 8 numbers mean senior nurses may now make up 25% of NHS nurse workforce

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NHS band 5 role reviews: Illustration of three nurses being viewed through a magnifying glass

Q&A on who is included, why rethink of nurses’ bandings is needed and when reviews start

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Illustration of a distressed-looking nurse facing unsolicited comments from an array of people pointing at her

Nurses share experiences of unsolicited comments and judgment about their appearance

Clinical update

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Guidance focuses on individualised care for pressure ulcers, lower limbs and surgical wounds

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Advice from NICE on how to care for patients with ongoing symptoms of the virus

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What to look for, how to help – and what not to do if you if you suspect a patient is at risk

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Nurse using a Clinical Frailty Scale

NICE advises on assessing for frailty and including patients and carers in decision-making

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Infection control and the coronavirus
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The government has issued advice for all healthcare workers

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Coronavirus under the microscope
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New government guidance for nurses stresses importance of infection control measures

Policy briefing

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

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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

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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

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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

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Glove awareness week

RCN Glove Awareness week stresses correct use of gloves and how nurses can protect their skin

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RCN sets out competencies for healthcare staff in relation to adult safeguarding

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