Blogs
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blog posts
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11 May 2023
At the Sharp End
Chukwudubem (Chuks) Ifeajuna, RCN South East Safety Rep Committee Member looks at the RCN’s work to protect members from sharps injuries.
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11 May 2023
Forever grateful for my YTS experience
I’ve been a qualified nurse for 31 years. I originally wanted to be a policewoman, but I hated sixth form as all my friends had left school, so I left too and joined a Youth Training Scheme (YTS) working in a nursing home.
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9 May 2023
Further reflections on grief during COVID-19 from a personal & professional perspective
There are ongoing consequences of the pandemic with the full impact yet unknown. One of the most distressing consequences is on bereavement. The aim of this blog is to raise awareness of the need for good bereavement support with nurses being in a crucial position to help.
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5 May 2023
Strength. Unity. Resolve
Our Chief Executive Pat Cullen considers crucial next steps in our campaign for fair pay and patient safety.
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5 May 2023
75 years of the NHS - Nursing then and now
This blog reflects on the content of an issue of the Nursing Times from July 1948, days before the NHS was launched. The blog identifies some nursing issues from that year that remain current today e.g. pay, but also highlights areas of positive change within the profession i.e. it is more diverse.
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26 Apr 2023
International Workers’ Memorial Day – Organising for safer workplaces
In her second blog as Chair of the RCN UK Safety Representatives’ Committee, Elspeth Caithness looks at why we need to get organised on health and safety in the workplace.
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21 Apr 2023
We will strike again
Pat Cullen sets out plans for 48-hours of industrial action.
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21 Apr 2023
Reflections from forum webinar
This blog is a reflection on the forums first webinar and a summary of how the work of the forum has been supporting nursing practice.
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18 Apr 2023
Why understanding Deprivation of Liberty is essential for Registered Nurses
The dreaded “DoLS”! The words “deprivation of liberty application” can make registered nurses feel anxious, exasperated, or pressured. Unless you are a person like me, who just loves all of this stuff!
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17 Apr 2023
A nurses' badge and medal led to a PhD
Ill health led to a change in my career, and a new passion in nursing history.
