Analysis

Workplace bullying: why it’s so common in nursing and what to do if it happens to you

Bullying can have a huge impact on well-being, but is not always dealt with well

The NHS pay deal is about more than wages. Now the wider issues are up for discussion

Package came with promise that concerns including safe staffing would be addressed

That guilty feeling: if work is weighing on your conscience, you’re not alone

How to gain healthy perspective when you’re shouldering too much responsibility

Vaccine hesitancy: how nurses can keep immunisation efforts on track

Nurses can help counter the trend of parents hesitating to have their children vaccinated

Chronic wound care: achieving better record-keeping and communication

Learn more about the national wound care strategy at Nursing Live, RCNi’s unique event

Restrictive practices: surprising actions that may breach patients’ rights

The legal implications of using practices that limit individuals’ activities

NHS workforce plan: what does it mean for nurses and training places?

Critics say it lacks detail on how extra staff will be trained – and a retention strategy

Clinical placement shortages: are they putting nursing at risk?

Plans to increase student numbers will be scuppered if a lack of places is not addressed

How to identify patients who can self-manage in the community (and support them)

Self-management of long-term conditions is empowering and enhances holistic care

Fundamental care: is competence being eroded in essential areas of practice?

Nurses voice concerns about routine bowel and wound care being missed

What to do when your workplace culture is toxic

There are now more avenues for nurses to raise concerns, but fear of speaking up persists

The therapeutic relationship: communication techniques for the best patient outcomes

How to build a connection with your patients that works in their best interests

Gender-based violence: how to protect and support women with learning disabilities

A new strategy aims to improve support for women who are particularly vulnerable to abuse

Can bodycams really protect nurses from sexual assault and aggression at work?

Advocates of surveillance say it modifies behaviour, but opponents worry it damages trust

Why are so many nurses still on 12-hour shifts, despite the safety risks?

Some say fewer but longer shifts are the only cost-effective way of working

Nursing beyond your 40s: does it have to mean ‘tired out’?

The pros and cons of working beyond midlife and through menopause and life challenges

Head injuries in children: what nurses need to know

Practical advice on treatment, safeguarding, support and rehabilitation

Working beyond the scope of your role: how to push back and ensure safe practice

Steps to take to protect yourself and patients if assigned work outside your competency

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