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Stress, anxiety or depression is cited as the most common reason for nurses’ sickness and absence. Picture shows an unwell nurse sitting outside her place of work
We take a look at the figures for staff sickness rates and how they compare across NHS roles
24 Sep 2024
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Traumatic incidents: flowers and tributes outside The Atkinson art centre in Southport following the 29 July knife attack in the town when three young girls were killed
A nurse who provided care after the stabbings in Southport discusses the effects of trauma
23 Sep 2024
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Nurse pensions: opting out of the NHS Pension Scheme may seem like a good idea, but will rob you of future pension earnings
It may seem like a way to save money, but how much would you really be losing?
20 Sep 2024
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Working night shifts can disrupt the body’s natural rhythms and the brain and digestive system need time to adjust. Illustration shows a nurse lying and sleeping on a round clock which is indicating it has gone midnight, she is floating in the night sky o
Shift work disrupts the body clock and sleep, but there are strategies to help you cope
19 Sep 2024
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​ Nurse salaries: a nurse holding a banknote walks away from an ATM Nurses on band 5 will see a 5.5% pay rise under the government’s offer for 2024-25 – will it be enough? Picture: Neil O’Connor [Click and drag to move] ​
With the RCN pay offer consultation due to end, we talk to four nurses about how they cope
15 Sep 2024
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Nursing student attrition: a combination of factors, including financial and placement pressures and lack of support, are among the reasons suggested for rising attrition rates
How the figures compare across the UK, and what could help stop the trend
12 Sep 2024
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Nurse leadership: illustration showing nurses following a nurse leader
Explore what makes a successful leader and which leadership style is right for you
11 Sep 2024
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 Nursing notes should be written up a soon as possible and not left to the end of the shift
Tips on preventing errors and ensuring patient records are accurate and up to date
08 Sep 2024
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Well-fitting shoes for nursing shifts: many nurses walk a lot during shifts and well-fitting shoes are key to preventing injury
Taking care of your feet and choosing the best shoes for you
05 Sep 2024
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Nurse pay: most nursing staff are on the lowest two pay bands, but many are working beyond their job description. Illustration shows a nurse in uniform standing on a small stack of bank notes with larger stacks alongside her
A visual guide to acting-up pay, rebanding and pay justice, including requesting a review
04 Sep 2024
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Nursing associates’ role includes taking patient observations
They are a valued part of the NHS workforce – read more about their role
01 Sep 2024
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Front-line healthcare staff have indicated in a study by the Institute for Employment Studies that they should be given more choice about when they work
Nurses should be given more choice about shift patterns, says a study – some employers agree
29 Aug 2024
We break down the evidence on what works best for staff satisfaction and patient safety
28 Aug 2024
We look at what nurses will get by band, and how pay compares with cost of living changes
27 Aug 2024
NHS employers use ‘nurse’ designation in unregistered roles, and ‘advanced’ in band 3 jobs
23 Aug 2024
A practical guide to help you improve your written and verbal communication
19 Aug 2024
High vacancy rates should mean new nurses have ample job options, but that’s not the case
12 Aug 2024
Who is most at risk and how will national immunisation programme work?
08 Aug 2024

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