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Thinking of stopping your NHS pension? Here’s why you shouldn’t
The benefits of the NHS pension and why it is such good value for nurses
17 May 2024
National nurses’ uniform to make its debut at NHS trust
Nurses in Derbyshire will be the first to wear the uniform, which comes in various colours
16 May 2024
Four-day week roster has given me back my home life
Could your workplace be the next to adopt new shift pattern after popularity of pilot?
15 May 2024
Frailty in people living with cancer: what you need to know
Frailty affects half of all older people living with cancer and nurses’ awareness is vital
15 May 2024
Court order blocking access to Letby trial article defies open justice, MP tells Commons
Ex-minister criticises court order stopping UK online access to article on killer’s trial
14 May 2024
Nursing levels: update on what counts as advanced practice
New definitions in professional framework aim to end ‘ambiguity’ that can limit careers
14 May 2024
Evidence and Practice
Addressing challenges in the management of long-term conditions in prisons
Nurses have a central role in providing care and support to prisoners from arrival to release
09 May 2024
Supporting previously bereaved parents following the birth of a rainbow baby
A health visiting pilot provided targeted, trauma-informed support monitoring parents’...
24 Apr 2024
Initiating insulin therapy in adults with type 2 diabetes: a practical guide
Tips on how to select an appropriate regimen, overcome resistance and minimise side effects
10 Apr 2024
Open access
Factors inhibiting self-care in African-American men with hypertension
Recognising cultural and psychological factors helps nurses encourage behaviour to reduce...
20 Mar 2024
Nurses’ experiences caring for people who inject drugs with a physical health condition
Literature review identified lack of knowledge, emotional challenge, stigmatisation, fear...
06 Mar 2024
Vaccinating preterm infants: a timeliness study
Parents must be supported in vaccination decision-making in the early weeks of a child’s...
21 Feb 2024
Features
Using touch to show compassion: tailoring non-verbal communication to the individual
Judging when it’s appropriate to touch a patient or relative – and when it’s not
12 Apr 2024
Uniform approach: what we like about our standardised scrubs
Nurses from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the pros of their nations’ uniforms
01 Mar 2024
Rostering: could more control over your shift timings transform your work-life balance?
Team-based rostering pilots point to improved staff retention and greater collaboration
27 Feb 2024
I came close to death – now I’m using my experience to improve mental healthcare
Mental health nurse Matty Caine on his pioneering service First Person Project
14 Feb 2024
Bonding with long-term patients: promoting continuity of care within healthy boundaries
Tips on fostering ongoing therapeutic relationships while avoiding undue attachment
09 Feb 2024
How can nursing teams improve communication between generations?
Five nurses on the learning opportunities in teams with different levels of experience
26 Jan 2024
Opinion
DNACPR tragedy will prey on the consciences of nurses involved, but they are all of us
Patient’s death tells us what we already know, but will it change anything?
14 May 2024
Can difficult personal circumstances excuse mistakes at work?
We ask our readers if factors outside of work should be considered relevant
26 Mar 2024
Diabetes and dementia: safely managing people living with multiple long-term conditions
Older people with diabetes are at higher risk of developing dementia
13 Mar 2024
Students
Self-rostering on clinical placement: can I have a say on when I’m on shift?
A predictable schedule enables you to commit to paid work and keep your home life on track
08 May 2024
If you feel close to quitting your degree, what would persuade you to stay the course?
Better clinical placements and the promise of fair pay – the support students deserve
01 May 2024
I’d love to do a clinical placement overseas, but how do I go about it?
Your guide to complying with NMC and visa rules, while embracing a new system and culture
17 Apr 2024
Careers
I’m newly qualified and autistic – here’s how I navigate the challenges of my role
With a little support, autistic nurses like me will thrive at work and enrich nursing care
25 Apr 2024
Work-life balance: what I’ve gained in an occupational health role
It can offer more flexibility than ward or community jobs. Find out what’s involved
18 Apr 2024
From NHS nurse to lecturer: making the transition to education
What I’ve learned moving from an NHS role to academia, and the skills you need
11 Apr 2024