Health visitors in south Wales set to strike after NHS employer ignores job evaluation appeal
Career advice
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In the middle of a busy shift you may find the demands of leadership overwhelming.
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The NHS needs strong leadership - but what exactly does this mean?
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Nurses know they have a duty to raise concerns, but it's also good practice to give positive feedback and show colleagues your appreciation.
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Moving house and starting a new job are both high up on the list of stressful life events.
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Mounting pressures on nurses mean many are working much longer hours, with no proper breaks.
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As a nurse you have skills and experience that are in demand outside the NHS and the healthcare sector.
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Pay restraint and the down-banding of roles has demoralised the nursing workforce.
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Leaving your job is a big step, especially if it means moving outside the NHS or even ending your nursing career.
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Showing a degree of vulnerability when discussing healthy behaviours with your patients can make you appear more approachable, says health coach Mandy Day-Calder.
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Leadership development programmes for staff at every level are among the attractions at the national service for blood, organ and tissue donation.
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Switching off from patients is not a good idea, but neither is being at the mercy of your feelings.
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Employers today ask for more than relevant skills and experience: they also want to know about the values of potential recruits.
Preparation is key to a successful interview. Plan well, do your research and the job could be yours, says RCN careers adviser Julie Watkins.
For the past 18 months agency nurses have seen their wages under threat, with trusts ordered to adhere to a 'cap' on payments. A new change to their tax status is set to hit pockets once again.
Nurses should have a say in policy-making at all levels, but many feel they lack the skills to get involved. A new programme from the International Council for Nurses is aiming to bridge the confidence gap.
A good CV is the first step to getting your ideal job – here’s how to make yours work for you
Having completed your appraisal, you will have a development plan for the coming year. Here's how to make sure it works for you and your patients.
It is easy to regard your appraisal as a chore, but if approached properly, it can put you in charge of your career for the year ahead.
