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A smiling woman appears deep in thought as she looks at her reflection in a mirror
Nurses share how they have used reflection to change and improve everyday practice
17 Apr 2024
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 Nurse behind seated patient stoops slightly and has her hands on his shoulders to express warmth and reassurance. Touch is a powerful way to show compassion in nursing
Judging when it’s appropriate to touch a patient or relative – and when it’s not
11 Apr 2024
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Bad manager
Tips on initiating constructive conversations and where to seek support over poor leadership
29 Mar 2024
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A nurse in scrubs is frowning and hunching her shoulders in a sign of distress
Tips for identifying worrying signs and supporting yourself and colleagues
05 Mar 2024
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Illustration featuring five different NHS uniform tunic colours, from left to right: indigo, green, sea blue, navy blue and light blue
Nurses from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the pros of their nations’ uniforms
01 Mar 2024
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Illustration shows healthcare staff around a table formed from a clock face to suggest a team approach to rostering
Team-based rostering pilots point to improved staff retention and greater collaboration
27 Feb 2024
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An illustration showing a smiling nurse in uniform standing in front of a crowd, represented by several sets of hands raised high and clapping
Nurse experts share their advice on how to prepare well and engage an audience
16 Feb 2024
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Community nurse arrives at man’s front door. The two greet each other, suggesting a they share a warm bond
Tips on fostering ongoing therapeutic relationships while avoiding undue attachment
09 Feb 2024
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Image representing rising prices shows a jagged red arrow pointing upwards against an assortment of groceries spilling out of a paper bag
Four experts offer their top tips for nurses on tax, pensions, debt and grants
02 Feb 2024
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An illustration of a group of nurses of different ages standing together inside a big speech bubble
Five nurses on the learning opportunities in teams with different levels of experience
26 Jan 2024
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An illustration of a smart phone being held aloft with app logos swirling around it
Whether you are planning shifts or a night out, there are all sorts of apps that can help
19 Jan 2024
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Four nurses talk about compassion, curiosity and what mattered most to them
12 Jan 2024
Antonia Philp’s tips for nurses who spot a patient need or a gap in the market
05 Jan 2024
Look back at topics that got you talking, including cost of living, uniforms and overtime
15 Dec 2023
Some feel a sense of lost identity. Find out how to plan ahead, emotionally and practically
08 Dec 2023
Leaving her family behind was heartbreaking for nurse Susie Lagrata, but she has no regrets
01 Dec 2023
The steps you can take to tackle health inequalities faced by trans people
24 Nov 2023
Getting to know the characteristics of rare disorders can improve patient care
23 Nov 2023

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