Expert advice
NHS national uniform will soon be sewn up – so will the new scrubs make your job easier?
Workwear has been designed with staff input, and (spoiler alert) we hope you like blue
21 Mar 2023
Duty of care: the legal, ethical and professional points to consider
What duty of care means for you, whether at work, off-duty or on strike
07 Mar 2023
Breaks during and between shifts: what are your rights?
How to ensure you get the time out you need, even when pressures are high
28 Feb 2023
Psychological first aid: what is it and can it help nurses cope with trauma or crisis?
How the strategy works, and how to access training to support yourself and others
15 Feb 2023
Think before you speak: how to professionally go public with personal views
Advice on how and when nurses are safe to reveal personal or political opinions in public
07 Feb 2023
I received a parking fine while on duty – should I appeal?
Our helpful guide to dealing with penalty charges for work-related stops
31 Jan 2023
Hot, healthy food at work: what the new NHS standards will mean for you
England’s trusts are to be held to higher standards of catering and food options
24 Jan 2023
Moral injury: what to do if are affected by it, and how to reduce the risk
Being forced to make decisions that go against your morals can take an emotional toll
05 Jan 2023
Menopause: guidance on support for NHS staff who are struggling with symptoms
NHS advice marks a cultural shift to foster openness and improve women’s working lives
03 Jan 2023
Mandatory learning disability and autism training: what you can expect
Oliver McGowan programme aims to address health inequalities and prevent avoidable deaths
13 Dec 2022
What to say to patients and the public about why nurses are going on strike in the NHS
Tips on how to reassure patients and debunk myths about cushy pensions and starting pay
07 Dec 2022
Money-saving tips, cards and apps to cut your Christmas costs
The discounts on offer for food, fuel and treats ahead of the festive season
06 Dec 2022
Is laughing gas safe and what can I tell recreational users about managing their risk?
Evidence-based advice on the health implications of inhaling nitrous oxide
30 Nov 2022
What nurses’ strikes will mean for those who didn’t vote for them
How action will work and how those providing life-preserving care can cross picket lines
29 Nov 2022
Can a cuppa help prevent dehydration – or is there such a thing as too much tea?
There is some confusion over whether it improves patient hydration and has health benefits
15 Nov 2022
Language tests for overseas nurses: how are the rules changing?
What the NMC’s new requirements will mean for internationally-trained staff
08 Nov 2022
Child-to-parent abuse: what it is and what to do if you suspect it
How to listen to, support and empower families to seek help
02 Nov 2022
Help with the cost of living: the discounts available to nurses and students
From food shopping to eating out, find out what’s on offer and if you’re eligible
01 Nov 2022