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A nurse looking glum. Nearly three in four nursing staff said they feel undervalued in their role.

Nurses feel unable to progress their careers while roles become more complex, survey shows

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Degree apprenticeship: nursing associate with patient

Unique course could see nursing associates qualify as registered nurses in fastest time ye

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Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust was criticised by a coroner for not following senior nurses’ recommendation to make medicines administration refresher training mandatory for nurses
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A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine

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Bassetlaw Hospital sees fewer very sick patients, says trust

Trust says it wants nurses to see more complex patients but nurses fear losing their unit<

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust staff in their new colour-coded uniforms

Staff at one NHS trust prefer scrubs for their comfort, breathable material and practicali

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Employers undervalue their worth and force them to choose between well-being and work

Analysis

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A toilet sign with images for female and male and the word ‘Unisex’

Workplaces remain unsure how to apply equality law, as wait for new guidance continues

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Woman with dark circles under her eyes illustrated lying sleepless in a bed that floats in a starry sky

Experts reveal practical steps you can take if you’re having trouble sleeping

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Nurse role re-banding: a nurse sits with her laptop, poring over paperwork

Practical tips on what to do if you think your role and competencies are being undervalued

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NHS league tables: illustration of five hospital buildings colour coded and rated with the words excellent, good, average, poor and bad written underneath

We look at what defines high and low performance, and what it means for staff on wards

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Employment tribunal: nurse facing a tribunal panel

The success rate of tribunals, how much money may be awarded, and what claims can be about

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Nurse volunteers: (left to right) NHS nurse Peter Howie, advanced nurse practitioner and primary care nurse  Sarah Allen, and senior hospital matron Peter Hollely

How volunteering to use your nursing skills can open up experiences and opportunities

Clinical update

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

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Sarcopenia is marked by a loss of muscle mass and often seen in older people

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Resuscitation UK advice affirms role of advance care planning

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Guidance from NICE on spotting signs of neglect and abuse and action to take

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

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Information on setting up secure proxy access for care home staff for repeat prescriptions

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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Public Health England has issued guidance for staff in care homes

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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 inade

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Picture shows an older couple, the woman appearing confused and a nurse looking at her. Five principles on care for people with dementia are set out in a new RCN document.

Five principles on care for people with dementia are set out in a new RCN document

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Care home medication management

The Patients Association charter promotes shared decision-making

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Bowel cancer

RCN guidance advocates a proactive approach to bowel care

Research news

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Picture shows a 3D illustration of herpes viruses and antibodies. Nurses and GPs play a pivotal role in shingles vaccine uptake, according to researchers investigating why people have the vaccination.

Nurses play a pivotal role in uptake of the shingles vaccine targeting people over 70

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Frailty

Ways in which healthcare professionals may be able to help and intervene

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Astrocyte glial nerve cells

Genetic studies show that multiple genes are involved with the development of the disease<

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Stomach acid reflux

Research compares death rates of people taking PPIs with those taking H2 blockers&nbs

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Dietary supplement glucosamine may help prevent cardiovascular disease and reduce mortalit

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Blood tests using biomarkers could be used to predict dementia risk

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Exercise

Older people in hospital need an exercise programme to avoid discharge with a new disabili

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