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Nurse shift pattern changes possible in work-life balance review

A review of flexible working for the NHS nursing workforce in Scotland will consider changes to shift patterns and rotas, with the aim of improving work-life balance. A taskforce including unions, NHS employers and the government will develop national rostering guidelines. Recommendations so far focus on recruitment, retention, safe staffing and ensuring nurses’ well-being, such as respecting break times and staffing needs to enhance workplace conditions.

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A review of nurses shift patterns to ensure better work-life balance and tackle recruitment and retention is underway in Scotland

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