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Pathways into nursing: recruitment and retention

¹úÄÚ¾«Æ·ÒÁÈ˾þþþø¾ President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on a visit from His Majesty King Charles III and the ¹úÄÚ¾«Æ·ÒÁÈ˾þþþø¾â€™s new report into recruitment and retention. 

Determination to speak out: My Journey as an ethnic minority union representative in NHS Scotland

On international day for the elimination of racial discrimination, one ¹úÄÚ¾«Æ·ÒÁÈ˾þþþø¾ Scotland Steward shares their personal experiences of speaking up for members within NHS Scotland.

Life as a Consultant Nurse and Clinical Director

A nurse as a Clinical Director (CD) is uncommon in most organisations. I therefore consider my appointment to interim CD is as much a testament to the foresight and bravery of my line managers, as it is about my skill to perform. Eight months into this role, I reflect on my day to day experience.

Raising the voice of the specialist nurse

UK Professional Lead Long Term Conditions, Callum Metcalfe-O'Shea, explains how on behalf of the Diabetes Forum, his attendance at vital conferences can help raise the voice of specialist nursing to promote roles and improvements in care.

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The importance of decontamination in Endoscopy

This Blog provides a brief discussion on key features and guidelines of decontamination in Endoscopy Units, including the importance of training and guidelines. 

Childhood brain tumour and education

I have worked in Paediatric Neuro-oncology nursing for over 20 years and the longer I work in this field the stronger my belief that we need to do more to support children with brain tumours access meaningful education. 

Breaking barriers: Addressing cancer care inequities for the trans community

As we conclude LGBT History Month last February, this blog reflects on the progress made in healthcare equality and acknowledge the persistent barriers that the transgender community faces, particularly in cancer care. 

Responding to Cardiff University’s proposal to close its School of Nursing

¹úÄÚ¾«Æ·ÒÁÈ˾þþþø¾ Wales' Education & Life Long Learning Adviser, Rachel Hadland, reflects on her experience of supporting staff at Cardiff University and shares insights into ¹úÄÚ¾«Æ·ÒÁÈ˾þþþø¾ Wales’ response to the consultation.

Celebrating my special gift

¹úÄÚ¾«Æ·ÒÁÈ˾þþþø¾ South East Council member Sally Bassett shares this personal and powerful blog on her journey with dyslexia.