Analysis
No gimmicks or empty gestures: the well-being support staff really need
Tea tents are no use if you can’t take a tea break; initiatives should start with the basics
22 Nov 2021
Alcohol and substance misuse among nurses: overcoming fear and stigma to ask for help
Pandemic pressures have contributed to problems for many, but support is available
19 Nov 2021
Delirium types, causes and signs – and how to manage the risk
Tips on recognising this common medical emergency and reducing post-operative risk
15 Nov 2021
Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination: what you need to know, and could the flu jab be next?
How the rule change will affect you, plus addressing vaccine hesitancy
12 Nov 2021
When a patient asks for help to die: what the law says, plus how to respond
With debate continuing over changing the law on assisted dying, here’s what you need to know
08 Nov 2021
Race and recruitment in the NHS: the reality for black, Asian and minority ethnic nurses
How colleagues, managers and organisations can eliminate bias from recruitment practices
05 Nov 2021
Periods at work: is nurses’ health at risk through long shifts and lack of breaks?
Nurses face discomfort and anxiety because menstrual health is not a workplace priority
29 Oct 2021
Dying at home: not enough community staff to support a good death, nurses say
Survey highlights ‘perfect storm’ of too few staff and more end of life care at home
27 Oct 2021
Anticipatory prescribing: how to use it to improve care of patients at the end of life
Access to ‘just in case’ medications is fundamental to compassionate palliative care
22 Oct 2021
Lone working: safety measures to support nurses at risk of abuse or attack
Nurses who work alone are particularly vulnerable. Here’s how teams can prioritise safety
15 Oct 2021
How to help patients get a better night’s sleep in hospital
Sleep is vital for good health and recovery, but wards are not always the most restful places
11 Oct 2021
Have you ever been ‘Datixed’? How to end weaponised incident reporting
Bullying and back-covering is leading to inappropriate ‘safety’ reports in the NHS
08 Oct 2021
Making change happen: how to introduce fresh ideas and bring your colleagues with you
Implement and sustain your vision with maximum collaboration and minimum stress
01 Oct 2021
Violence against nurses: why do so many attacks go unreported?
How to support colleagues, increase reporting and response to incidents
27 Sep 2021
Personalised care: how to prioritise shared decision-making in your practice
Practical steps you can take to make this key NHS goal part of everyday patient care
24 Sep 2021
RSV cases are already high – are you prepared for a possible winter surge?
How to manage symptoms and risk of seasonal lower respiratory tract infections in children
17 Sep 2021
Your guide to RCN congress 2021
All you need to know about this year’s amended programme, educational events and lectures
13 Sep 2021
12-hour shifts: love them or loathe them?
Compressed working hours may afford you more time off, but pose questions about safety
10 Sep 2021