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Independent experts appointed to review NMC culture
The Nursing & Midwifery Council has appointed Nazir Afzal OBE and Rise Associates to lead an independent review of its culture, as part of its commitment to learn and improve so it can deliver its regulatory work as well as possible.
QNI releases position statement on nursing associates in community nursing settings
The Queen’s Nursing Institute has published a position statement on the issue of the safe and effective deployment of Nursing Associates in community nursing settings.
OSCE testing capacity increases for international and returning professionals
The total number of candidates who can take their Objective Structured Clinical Examination each year has now surpassed 50,000, ensuring that international and returning professionals will continue to be able to join the Nursing & Midwifery Council register as quickly and safely as possible.
Launch of new price saver site for prescribed products
Healthcare professionals who prescribe diabetes and pharmaceutical products have been urged to take advantage of a new price comparison saver website to get the best deal for their practice and the NHS.
QNI Community Nursing Research Forum receives NIHR Funding
The QNI’s Community Nursing Research Forum has been awarded funding by the National Institute of Health and Care Research Nursing and Midwifery Office for a pilot programme of work.
Booking open for RCN Congress 2024
Booking is now open for RCN Congress 2024. This year's in-person event will take place from June 2 to 6 at the International Convention Centre Wales in Newport and is free for Royal College of Nursing members to attend.
New Standards for three Community Nursing specialisms
The Queen’s Nursing Institute has developed Field Specific Standards for a further three recognised specialisms within community nursing.
New roles in General Practice not addressing workload issues
A major new report has highlighted the multiple challenges posed by the introduction of the ARRS (Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme) in England.
Sheppey Frailty Unit celebrates its first anniversary
Medway NHS Foundation Trust’s Sheppey Frailty Unit celebrated its first anniversary with a special event for patients, staff and visitors.
Can you contribute to new research project?
Researchers are urging registered nurses working in the community as part of a District Nursing Team to contribute to a new study.
Additional FNF scholarship opportunities available
The Florence Nightingale Foundation has new scholarship places available after receiving additional support from three organisations.
Partnership is nationally recognised for progress on delivering Family Hubs
Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and its partners in Halton have been nationally recognised by the Department for Education for excellent progress in rolling out the Family Hub offer for local children, parents and families.
Community nurses needed for new respiratory study
Community nurses are being urged to help academics better understand the experiences of nurses who may be exposed to second-hand tobacco smoke during regular home visits to respiratory patients.
Online leadership programme for nurses launched
The Florence Nightingale Foundation has launched a new online leadership programme for Internationally Educated Nurses and Midwives.
Community nurse wins coveted Cavell Star Award
A Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust community staff nurse has been awarded a prestigious Cavell Star Award.
NHS Highland community nurses walk miles in ‘challenging’ weather to reach patients
Community nurses in mid Ross have been praised by their Trust for going above and beyond to deliver services during challenging winter conditions.
QNIS celebrates long service with Abbotsford Care
The Queen’s Nursing Institute Scotland helped Abbotsford Care to celebrate long-serving community nurses.
NMC launches review of nursing and midwifery practice learning
The Nursing & Midwifery Council is undertaking research to explore how it can best support student learning across the UK.
QNI offers support to Community Nurses affected by flooding
The Queen’s Nursing Institute is continuing to support community nurses who have been affected by the recent flooding.
Diabetes and homelessness survey launched
Healthcare professionals are being urged to complete a survey to improve the care offered to homeless people living with diabetes.