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New QNI report on team leaders published
The Queen’s Nursing Institute (QNI) has released a new report revealing the views of District Nurse Team Leaders.

Community services patient survey launched in Walsall
People who are supported in their own homes – via community services provided by Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust – are being given the opportunity to share feedback for the first time.

New recommendations to improve end of life care for people with diabetes
Trend Diabetes has reviewed guidance and developed vital new resources to assist healthcare professionals in providing optimal care for individuals with diabetes in their final days of life.
Children’s community nurses in Hampshire shortlisted for CARE Award
The children’s community nursing team in Hampshire has been shortlisted for a CARE award in the region.

New provider for NHS community services in Hounslow
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board (ICB) has announced that West London NHS Trust (WLT) will be the new provider of community health services in Hounslow from July 2024.

Queen’s Nurse awarded RCN Fellowship at Congress
A recognised Queen’s Nurse has received a prestigious award from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).

embecta announced as Insulin Safety Week sponsor
Global medical technology company embecta announced as Insulin Safety Week 2024 sponsor – supporting efforts to reduce errors within the profession.

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust appoints new Chief People Officer
A new Chief People Officer has been appointed at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) as the current Director of People Alison Ryder retires at the end of May.

Learning Disability Queen’s Nurse cohort wins RCN Scotland award
The Learning Disability Queen’s Nurse cohort was announced as the winner of the learning disability nursing award at this year’s RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards ceremony.

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive steps down
Professor Pat Cullen has stepped down from her role as the General Secretary and Chief Executive for the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) to seek election to parliament in the forthcoming general election.

New community nurse director role launched at Nottinghamshire Trust
The Nottinghamshire NHS Foundation Trust has launched a new community director role in a bid to strengthen nurse leadership in the county.

Insulin Safety Week 2024 – Record numbers enjoy free educational webinar
As part of the buildup to Insulin Safety Week 2024, a recent webinar proved a resounding success, attracting healthcare professionals from across the UK and Ireland to increase their understanding of the latest advancements in diabetes technology.

NMC Chief Executive to step down due to ill health
Andrea Sutcliffe CBE is to step down as Chief Executive and Registrar of the Nursing and Midwifery Council due to ill health.

Her Majesty The Queen is new patron of QNIS
The Queen’s Nursing Institute Scotland announced yesterday that Her Majesty The Queen has agreed to become its new Patron.

Nurse celebrates 50 years of dedicated service
A Staffordshire based nurse is celebrating over 50 years of dedicated NHS service.

HM King Charles announced as new RCN patron
The Royal College of Nursing, along with a number of selected organisations across the UK, has been granted patronage to mark the first anniversary of the King’s coronation.

QNI pays tribute to Professor Dame Elizabeth Fradd
The Council, Staff and Fellows of the Queen’s Nursing Institute have shared their sadness following the recent death of Dame Elizabeth Fradd, who was a Fellow of the QNI among her many other affiliations and accomplishments.

Nurse recognised with long service award for services to community nursing
A senior nurse has been recognised with a special Queen’s Nursing Institute long service award.

New graduates contribute to award-winning community services
Award-winning community services in South Lanarkshire have been bolstered by the latest intake of qualified District Nurses.

Ypsomed announced as Insulin Safety Week sponsor
Developer and manufacturer of injection and infusion systems Ypsomed announced as Insulin Safety Week 2024 sponsor – supporting efforts to reduce errors within the profession.