Podcasts about nursing standard

In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, RCN general secretary Nicola Ranger discusses the latest on NHS pay, recruitment freezes and cuts to bank pay with RCNi senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi. She also talks about the hot topics set to be discussed at the college's annual congress from 12-15 May, and shares what she loves about RCNi's Nursing Live event.Follow the Nursing Standard podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or wherever you get your podcasts.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Compassion, kindness and authenticity: these are some of the fundamentals of end of life care, according to Marie Curie clinical educator Maria Sinfield.On the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Ms Sinfield tells RCNi content editor and podcast host Alistair Mason about the skills nurses need to provide person-centred end of life care, and how to build confidence in an area of practice that some can find challenging.Follow the Nursing Standard podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or wherever you get your podcasts.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Uniforms, recruitment freezes, changes to compulsory training and improved career progression for nursing staff – our latest podcast delves into the issues getting nurses talking.This week, RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you fresh insights on the nursing headlines grabbing our attention.They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including how cutbacks at trusts are hurting nursing staff and the nursing skills you need to demonstrate when going for a promotion.Follow the Nursing Standard podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or wherever you get your podcasts.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Uniforms, recruitment freezes, changes to compulsory training and improved career progression for nursing staff – our latest podcast delves into the issues getting nurses talking.This week, RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you fresh insights on the nursing headlines grabbing our attention.They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including how cutbacks at trusts are hurting nursing staff and the nursing skills you need to demonstrate when going for a promotion.Follow the Nursing Standard podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or wherever you get your podcasts.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listening is a key skill for nurses to be able to develop effective therapeutic relationships with patients and service users.In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, senior lecturer Sophie Waters at Nottingham Trent University's Health and Allied Professionals Centre discusses the features of active listening, addressing key listening skills and offering tips for overcoming barriers to listening.A shorter CPD article on the topic of listening and therapeutic relationships by Ms Waters also touches on ‘unconditional positive regard', a concept that is explored more fully in the podcast.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listening is a key skill for nurses to be able to develop effective therapeutic relationships with patients and service users.In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, senior lecturer Sophie Waters at Nottingham Trent University's Health and Allied Professionals Centre discusses the features of active listening, addressing key listening skills and offering tips for overcoming barriers to listening.A shorter CPD article on the topic of listening and therapeutic relationships by Ms Waters also touches on ‘unconditional positive regard', a concept that is explored more fully in the podcast.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pay for nursing staff, the success of a flexible working degree and a different way to do CPD – our latest podcast delves into the issues getting nurses talking.This week, Nursing Standard content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you insights on nursing headlines that have caught our attention. They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including who decides what pay award nursing staff get, and how.Our latest stories on pay include news of an 8% pay offer for nursing and other NHS staff in Scotland, and a delay to the pay offers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Meanwhile, we also look at the NHS Pay Review Body process for healthcare workers' annual pay rises.In other news, a flexible nursing degree has been hailed by students as a ‘lifesaver' for work-life balance.Finally, our CPD editor Nick Lipley talks about new CPD content, which offers nursing staff shorter online learning sessions to fit in with busy schedules.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pay for nursing staff, the success of a flexible working degree and a different way to do CPD – our latest podcast delves into the issues getting nurses talking.This week, Nursing Standard content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you insights on nursing headlines that have caught our attention. They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including who decides what pay award nursing staff get, and how.Our latest stories on pay include news of an 8% pay offer for nursing and other NHS staff in Scotland, and a delay to the pay offers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Meanwhile, we also look at the NHS Pay Review Body process for healthcare workers' annual pay rises.In other news, a flexible nursing degree has been hailed by students as a ‘lifesaver' for work-life balance.Finally, our CPD editor Nick Lipley talks about new CPD content, which offers nursing staff shorter online learning sessions to fit in with busy schedules.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our podcast discusses how the peer review process works for clinical articles in Nursing Standard and its sister journals, why it matters and the challenges involved, with guidance for those interested in becoming peer reviewers themselves.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our podcast discusses how the peer review process works for clinical articles in Nursing Standard and its sister journals, why it matters and the challenges involved, with guidance for those interested in becoming peer reviewers themselves.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Datix abuse, a nurse's ‘deplorable' behaviour with emergency department (ED) patients, and working during pregnancy – our latest podcast delves into the issues getting nurses talking.This week, Nursing Standard content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you insights on nursing headlines that have caught our attention. They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including safety issues being ignored or minimised by managers, and how to take a wound swab.Our latest fitness to practise story covers the case of a nurse who was given a caution order by the Nursing and Midwifery Council after bodycam footage showed her using inappropriate language and conduct with patients in a hospital ED.In other news, nurses spoke to us about Datix and other incident reports at their trusts being ignored or downgraded by senior staff, leading to them feeling demoralised and discouraged from raising concerns.Our latest analysis looks at challenges for nurses during pregnancy including common workplace hazards, plus advice on how to ask for adjustments, while a ‘How to' article features a step-by-step guide to taking a wound swab.You can see these subscriber pieces, and much more, from just £5.25 a month with RCNi Plus.Find out more about RCNi PlusFollow the Nursing Standard podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or wherever you get your podcasts.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Datix abuse, a nurse's ‘deplorable' behaviour with emergency department (ED) patients, and working during pregnancy – our latest podcast delves into the issues getting nurses talking.This week, Nursing Standard content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you insights on nursing headlines that have caught our attention. They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including safety issues being ignored or minimised by managers, and how to take a wound swab.Our latest fitness to practise story covers the case of a nurse who was given a caution order by the Nursing and Midwifery Council after bodycam footage showed her using inappropriate language and conduct with patients in a hospital ED.In other news, nurses spoke to us about Datix and other incident reports at their trusts being ignored or downgraded by senior staff, leading to them feeling demoralised and discouraged from raising concerns.Our latest analysis looks at challenges for nurses during pregnancy including common workplace hazards, plus advice on how to ask for adjustments, while a ‘How to' article features a step-by-step guide to taking a wound swab.You can see these subscriber pieces, and much more, from just £5.25 a month with RCNi Plus.Find out more about RCNi PlusFollow the Nursing Standard podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or wherever you get your podcasts.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amid reports that nursing associates are being asked to do some of the work of registered nurses we explore the scope of practice of the role.Martyn Davey, a nursing associate who wants to promote better understanding of what the role involves and foster stronger working relationships between nursing associates and registered nurses, cautions against regarding them as 'budget nurses'.Being asked to work outside of the scope of your roleMr Davey and University of Southampton chair in health services research Peter Griffiths join this week's episode of the Nursing Standard Podcast for a discussion on the evolving role of the nursing associate in the healthcare workforce.Mr Davey tells Nursing Standard content editor and podcast host Alistair Mason about his experiences in the job and what it feels like to be asked to work outside of the scope of your role.Professor Griffiths, meanwhile, gives an overview of the role – and explains why, in his view, concerns about job creep are well-founded.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amid reports that nursing associates are being asked to do some of the work of registered nurses we explore the scope of practice of the role.Martyn Davey, a nursing associate who wants to promote better understanding of what the role involves and foster stronger working relationships between nursing associates and registered nurses, cautions against regarding them as 'budget nurses'.Being asked to work outside of the scope of your roleMr Davey and University of Southampton chair in health services research Peter Griffiths join this week's episode of the Nursing Standard Podcast for a discussion on the evolving role of the nursing associate in the healthcare workforce.Mr Davey tells Nursing Standard content editor and podcast host Alistair Mason about his experiences in the job and what it feels like to be asked to work outside of the scope of your role.Professor Griffiths, meanwhile, gives an overview of the role – and explains why, in his view, concerns about job creep are well-founded.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cuts to bank shift pay, incorrect insulin administration and an investigation into nursing uniforms – our latest podcast delves into the issues that are getting nurses talking.This week, Nursing Standard content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you insights on nursing headlines that have caught our attention. They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including when mental health nurses should wear a uniform.In our most-read news story of the week so far, nurses express their anger at plans to cut bank pay at four NHS trusts. In another story, a coroner flagged concerns by a specialist diabetes nurse about how ward nurses were administering insulin to a patient who later died.In other news, the Queen's Nursing Institute has announced a big change to its executive team, while a new RCNi investigation looks into nurses' uniforms and when they should be worn in certain settings.Finally, a CPD article explores the role of nurses in managing patients with mpox. Nurses can take a quiz on the topic to gain a CPD certificate.You can see these subscriber pieces, and much more, from just £5.25 a month with RCNi Plus.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cuts to bank shift pay, incorrect insulin administration and an investigation into nursing uniforms – our latest podcast delves into the issues that are getting nurses talking.This week, Nursing Standard content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you insights on nursing headlines that have caught our attention. They also discuss RCNi subscriber content, including when mental health nurses should wear a uniform.In our most-read news story of the week so far, nurses express their anger at plans to cut bank pay at four NHS trusts. In another story, a coroner flagged concerns by a specialist diabetes nurse about how ward nurses were administering insulin to a patient who later died.In other news, the Queen's Nursing Institute has announced a big change to its executive team, while a new RCNi investigation looks into nurses' uniforms and when they should be worn in certain settings.Finally, a CPD article explores the role of nurses in managing patients with mpox. Nurses can take a quiz on the topic to gain a CPD certificate.You can see these subscriber pieces, and much more, from just £5.25 a month with RCNi Plus.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode of the Nursing Standard podcast is all about facing and overcoming challenges in the workplace – whether that is bouncing back from errors, dealing with staff shortages, reporting concerns, or simply dealing with an ever-increasing patient care workload.Dr Doyle joins RCNi career development editor Clare Lomas on the podcast, recorded at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in Glasgow on 19 February, to discuss these and other challenges faced by nurses.Also on the panel are NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde police custody healthcare nurse practitioners Robbie Kane and Andrew Lockhart, as well as newly registered nurse Sam Moffat.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode of the Nursing Standard podcast is all about facing and overcoming challenges in the workplace – whether that is bouncing back from errors, dealing with staff shortages, reporting concerns, or simply dealing with an ever-increasing patient care workload.Dr Doyle joins RCNi career development editor Clare Lomas on the podcast, recorded at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in Glasgow on 19 February, to discuss these and other challenges faced by nurses.Also on the panel are NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde police custody healthcare nurse practitioners Robbie Kane and Andrew Lockhart, as well as newly registered nurse Sam Moffat.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham Scott is one of only twenty Premier League football referees. In this podcast we explore the challenges, pressures and satisfactions of being a top level referee and discuss the nature of the role. We also explore Graham's parallel career in journalism, from being a report to becoming Editor of the Nursing Standard.

An alarming rise in eating disorder cases is highlighted in a parliamentary report that calls for mandatory training for nurses and also raises concerns over patients being discharged with dangerously low BMI scores. The latest Nursing Standard podcast discusses the complexities of nasogastric feeding under restraint, the legal and emotional challenges, and the effect on nurses and patients' families.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An alarming rise in eating disorder cases is highlighted in a parliamentary report that calls for mandatory training for nurses and also raises concerns over patients being discharged with dangerously low BMI scores. The latest Nursing Standard podcast discusses the complexities of nasogastric feeding under restraint, the legal and emotional challenges, and the effect on nurses and patients' families.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A supporting statement is one of the most important parts of the nursing job application process. This is the evidence employers will use to shortlist you, and, as it is likely to be the first impression they will have of you, it is important to get it right.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Charlotte Collings, recruitment and retention lead at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow, Essex, explains how you can put together a strong supporting statement to make sure you stand out from the crowd and secure that all-important job interview.She tells RCNi careers development editor and podcast host Clare Lomas what employers are looking for in a good supporting statement and how it should be structured.This is your opportunity to show a potential employer that you have the right knowledge, skills and experience for the role you are applying for, says Ms Collings, so do not be afraid to showcase your achievements and have confidence in your abilities.Above all, she adds, always do your homework: ‘I can see from a mile away a rushed application compared with someone who has really put the effort into it. ‘It's the ones who have done their homework and their research that get the interviews.'For further support with your career development, the RCN's careers resources provide advice and information, including sample supporting statements that are free to access for RCN members.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A supporting statement is one of the most important parts of the nursing job application process. This is the evidence employers will use to shortlist you, and, as it is likely to be the first impression they will have of you, it is important to get it right.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Charlotte Collings, recruitment and retention lead at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow, Essex, explains how you can put together a strong supporting statement to make sure you stand out from the crowd and secure that all-important job interview.She tells RCNi careers development editor and podcast host Clare Lomas what employers are looking for in a good supporting statement and how it should be structured.This is your opportunity to show a potential employer that you have the right knowledge, skills and experience for the role you are applying for, says Ms Collings, so do not be afraid to showcase your achievements and have confidence in your abilities.Above all, she adds, always do your homework: ‘I can see from a mile away a rushed application compared with someone who has really put the effort into it. ‘It's the ones who have done their homework and their research that get the interviews.'For further support with your career development, the RCN's careers resources provide advice and information, including sample supporting statements that are free to access for RCN members.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cultural awareness is essential in diabetes care, as patients bring diverse beliefs and attitudes to healthcare. Diabetes nurse consultant Tembi Chinaire emphasises the importance of ‘cultural agility' and ‘cultural humility' for effective, person-centred care. She advocates using every interaction to learn and understand individual patient perspectives on health management.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcasts visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cultural awareness is essential in diabetes care, as patients bring diverse beliefs and attitudes to healthcare. Diabetes nurse consultant Tembi Chinaire emphasises the importance of ‘cultural agility' and ‘cultural humility' for effective, person-centred care. She advocates using every interaction to learn and understand individual patient perspectives on health management.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcasts visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you remember what made you want to become a nurse? When things get tough at work, it can be helpful to reconnect with why you came to love nursing in the first place.So as the new year gets going and winter pressures put strain on the workforce, the Nursing Standard podcast brings three nurses together to talk about why they went into the profession and how they maintain their enthusiasm for work.Ana Waddington, a former RCN Nurse of the Year, is the paediatric critical care outreach team lead and Martha's Rule lead at the Royal London Hospital. She discusses how making the most of new opportunities keeps her motivated.Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust chief nursing officer Nathan Askew talks about how switching off from work and maintaining other passions helps to refresh his love for the job.And Harley Street Clinic lead radiotherapy clinical nurse specialist Jane Ewang describes the support and inspiration she receives from colleagues, both in her day job and in her work with the UK Oncology Nursing Society.The three tell Nursing Standard content editor and podcast host Alistair Mason some of the best advice they've received as nurses and offer tips on staying motivated when work is particularly tough.They also talk about the improvements they have seen in the profession over the course of their careers and highlight the things that are getting them excited for 2025.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you remember what made you want to become a nurse? When things get tough at work, it can be helpful to reconnect with why you came to love nursing in the first place.So as the new year gets going and winter pressures put strain on the workforce, the Nursing Standard podcast brings three nurses together to talk about why they went into the profession and how they maintain their enthusiasm for work.Ana Waddington, a former RCN Nurse of the Year, is the paediatric critical care outreach team lead and Martha's Rule lead at the Royal London Hospital. She discusses how making the most of new opportunities keeps her motivated.Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust chief nursing officer Nathan Askew talks about how switching off from work and maintaining other passions helps to refresh his love for the job.And Harley Street Clinic lead radiotherapy clinical nurse specialist Jane Ewang describes the support and inspiration she receives from colleagues, both in her day job and in her work with the UK Oncology Nursing Society.The three tell Nursing Standard content editor and podcast host Alistair Mason some of the best advice they've received as nurses and offer tips on staying motivated when work is particularly tough.They also talk about the improvements they have seen in the profession over the course of their careers and highlight the things that are getting them excited for 2025.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many nurses working at Christmas is unavoidable given the demands of 24-hour care, but it may still be possible to share some festive cheer with colleagues and patients. In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast two nurses from different clinical backgrounds discuss their experiences of working over Christmas and offer tips on and how to make the most of itFor more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many nurses working at Christmas is unavoidable given the demands of 24-hour care, but it may still be possible to share some festive cheer with colleagues and patients. In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast two nurses from different clinical backgrounds discuss their experiences of working over Christmas and offer tips on and how to make the most of itFor more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All nurses can be leaders, no matter your band or level of seniority.But everyone's leadership journey will look different, depending on your personality, preferences and cultural influences – there is no ‘one size fits all' when it comes to leadership.Nichole McIntosh has worked as a nurse in the NHS for 24 years and held many leadership roles. But as an introvert, she says leadership is not something that comes naturally to her.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Ms McIntosh describes her leadership journey - from nursing student to her current role as NHS England head of nursing and midwifery in workforce, training and education for the London region.She explains how to embrace the leadership challenge even if you are reluctant, the importance of emotional intelligence and reflection in leadership, and why it is so important to always bring your authentic self to the table.In a seminar delivered at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in London in September 2024, Ms McIntosh described how leadership is about respecting, empowering and enabling your team, which is why she always sticks to her values of kindness, compassion and empathy.Your leadership journey is also about taking risks, she says, and sometimes taking a step sideways or down can be beneficial to your career. Having the courage to step outside of your comfort zone can also inspire others.This podcast is from a seminar at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in London held on 6 September 2024For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All nurses can be leaders, no matter your band or level of seniority.But everyone's leadership journey will look different, depending on your personality, preferences and cultural influences – there is no ‘one size fits all' when it comes to leadership.Nichole McIntosh has worked as a nurse in the NHS for 24 years and held many leadership roles. But as an introvert, she says leadership is not something that comes naturally to her.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Ms McIntosh describes her leadership journey - from nursing student to her current role as NHS England head of nursing and midwifery in workforce, training and education for the London region.She explains how to embrace the leadership challenge even if you are reluctant, the importance of emotional intelligence and reflection in leadership, and why it is so important to always bring your authentic self to the table.In a seminar delivered at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in London in September 2024, Ms McIntosh described how leadership is about respecting, empowering and enabling your team, which is why she always sticks to her values of kindness, compassion and empathy.Your leadership journey is also about taking risks, she says, and sometimes taking a step sideways or down can be beneficial to your career. Having the courage to step outside of your comfort zone can also inspire others.This podcast is from a seminar at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in London held on 6 September 2024For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nurses could hold the key to solving the mystery of a 34-year-old cold case, which could potentially help reunite an unidentified man with his name and provide solace to his loved ones. In spring 1990, the skeletal remains of a man were found in Deepdene Woods in Surrey by a dog walker and his identity has never been established. However, due to clues found with ‘Deepdene man' as he is known, investigators believe that he could have been a patient at Netherne Hospital and are appealing for nurses who may have worked there to come forward to help with their investigations. The mystery is one of a number of cases of missing or unidentified people which missing person charity Locate International is attempting to resolve. The charity takes on cold cases that otherwise would not receive attention, with teams of volunteer sleuths meeting to identify unknown people and give them back their names.On this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, two of the charity's volunteers – Roland Hughes and Jess Halsey – discuss how nurses may be able to play a part in solving this case and other mysteries.‘St Helier woman': depiction of an unidentified woman who died in St Helier Hospital in 2006 Picture: Hew MorrisonMr Hughes and Ms Halsey also appeal for help in a case of an unidentified woman who died soon after being found outside St Helier Hospital in south London in 2006. They tell Nursing Standard features editor and podcast host Alistair Mason why nurses could be particularly useful in resolving these cases.‘We are aware that people who work in nursing and the medical professions will have dealt with these cases in the first place. People within these professions have a knowledge that is unique and they can really help us,' says Mr Hughes.They are particularly keen on hearing from people who might have worked at these hospitals at the time of the .For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As nurses joining the register for the first time report having to take jobs in shops, cafes and pubs as they struggle to find jobs in the NHS, we talk to one new nurse about her experience.Although the NHS in England has more than 30,000 vacancies, many newly qualified nurses are facing unemployment and considering leaving the profession before their careers have properly started.York University nursing graduate Amy Mann was shortlisted for the RCN's Nursing Student award in 2023 after founding Kathleen's legacy, which provides comfort to patients and their families at the end of life.Now qualified and newly registered, Ms Mann has applied for 35 jobs in the NHS without success and with bills to pay, she has moved back home to Nottingham to take a job in a coffee shop.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Ms Mann shares her experiences trying to get a full-time job and discusses the emotional and professional impact the process has had on her, as she attempts to kickstart her nursing career.Joining her is nurse Charlotte Collings, recruitment and retention lead at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow.She discusses the possible causes of the problems, such as recruitment freezes and NHS finances, and shares her advice for Ms Mann and other new nurses facing the same issues across the country.Ms Collings also warns that by denying these skilled professionals jobs now, they could leave the country for work or even leave nursing altogether for good. ‘If you don't take up the skills that are in front of you, people are going leave to work for other organisations, or they might leave the country entirely,' she tells the podcast.‘We have had a lot of inquiries about overseas vacancies in places like Australia and Canada, because they are thinking if the UK don't want me then I'll go somewhere else. I think it's an absolute shame.'Despite the hardship Amy Mann said that she is more motivated than ever to find a role and she's sure that the right job is waiting for her ‘rain or shine.'For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ADC 100501 (V1.0) 10/2024The views expressed are not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment or as a substitute for professional medical advice. Patients should consult their physician or qualified health provider regarding their condition and appropriate medical treatment. Individual symptoms, situations and circumstances may vary.Is it a hypo or a hot flush? This is a question women with diabetes who are also experiencing menopause symptoms may ask themselves.The overlapping symptoms of diabetes and perimenopause and menopause are the subject of this episode, sponsored by global health company Abbott.The episode also examines the impact of diabetes on fertility and pregnancy, and offers guidance for nurses treating women with diabetes at different life stages.It features Dawn Adams, a midwife and menopause advocate from Belfast who has personal experience of type 1 diabetes and menopause. She is joined by Jess Jacques, who has lived with type 2 diabetes for more than ten years and is in the process of trying to conceive.The episode is sponsored by Abbott, a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Focused on making breakthrough technology accessible and approachable for all, Abbott's sensing technology is revolutionising how people monitor glucose and providing healthcare professionals with more data for better informed treatment decisions.· For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast two experienced nurses share their experiences of the challenges and benefits of working shifts, including how irregular hours can lead to social isolation, poor diet and disrupted sleep. They emphasise the importance of good quality rest and the need for nurses to prioritise self-care.· For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pressure ulcers are one of the most common preventable ways by which patients are harmed during their care.They can be serious and even life-threatening, causing pain and distress to people of all ages and across all care settings.Nurses have an essential role in preventing pressure ulcers, and often the first action in prevention is to complete a pressure ulcer risk assessment. This can provide a foundation for care planning. Risk assessment and using risk assessment tools are the focus of the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast. This episode features tissue viability nurse consultant Julie Tyrer, who has written a continuing professional development (CPD) article headlined Implementing the PURPOSE T pressure ulcer risk assessment tool into clinical practice for RCNi specialist journal Nursing Older People. Talking with RCNi continuing professional development editor Nick Lipley, Ms Tyrer discusses her work at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the latest pressure ulcer recommendations from the National Wound Care Strategy Programme, in particular the advantages and challenges associated with PURPOSE T. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When sepsis nurse Yvonne Young's son experienced pain in his knee and groin, she told herself there must be another explanation. It couldn't be sepsis, could it?The signs were atypical. But Yvonne, assistant director of nursing for sepsis at UL Hospitals Group in Ireland, listened to the nagging doubt in her head and took her son to the emergency department.Her instincts were correct – her son ended up staying in hospital for ten days as he recovered from sepsis, and remained on antimicrobials for three months.On the latest Nursing Standard podcast episode, Yvonne and Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust lead sepsis nurse Clare Hird discuss atypical sepsis presentations with Nursing Standard features editor Alistair Mason.They talk about how sepsis can present in vulnerable patient groups, and some cohorts in which it can easily be missed, including older patients and individuals with learning disabilities.And Yvonne shares what she learned from the ‘terrifying' experience of having her 10-year-old son hospitalised with the condition.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whatever gripes nurses may have about modern uniforms, they reflect that they at least have it better than previous generations. Nurses at trusts which take on the new national uniform in England will be wearing a smart scrub or dress in a lightweight fabric. In this Nursing Standard podcast we get an overview of the history of the nursing uniform from the 1860s to the modern day and how it is linked to the nursing identity.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Everybody's going to get pain at some point in their lives. It's something we're all going to experience.' And that's why it is vital that all nurses have a firm grasp of essential pain management (EPM), according to RCN Pain and Palliative Care Forum chair Martin Galligan.In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, guest host Martin – who is also a lecturer practitioner at the Royal Marsden School – discusses what EPM is and how nurses can use it to provide holistic treatment for patients who are experiencing pain.Then, along with Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust pain management nurse consultant Karin Cannons and Birmingham Children's Hospital nurse consultant Rachel Desai, he looks at how it can be used in practice.Martin, Karin and Rachel use the RAT structure of recognise, assess and treat to explore some real-world examples of pain management.How would you apply the RAT structure to a 51-year-old man with a two-year history of lower back pain who presents with increased pain and trouble walking after a recent fall? Or a 12-year-old girl who presents with abdominal pain which has been ongoing for a few days, but suddenly worsened the previous night? For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ‘glacial pace' of fitness to practise (FtP) investigations into nursing staff breached human rights, says the review team that examined the running of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).Following the publication of their damning report into the internal culture at the NMC, project manager Matt Baker from specialist consultancy Rise Associates spoke to senior reporter Alison Stacey for the latest Nursing Standard podcast episode about the most worrying and shocking aspects of their findings.But Mr Baker praised the NMC for opening its doors for the investigation to be carried out, and said the regulator had accepted the review's recommendations, including a commitment to reaching much swifter decisions in FtP cases, getting the process right and reducing the backlog.‘This has to be a watershed moment for them,' he said.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the general election on 4 July, Nursing Standard met with cancer nurse and parliamentary undersecretary at the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), Maria Caulfield to talk to her about what nurses can expect if the Conservatives hold on to power next month.Still working part time as a nurse, the MP for Lewes spoke to us to discuss the Conservative Party's priorities for the NHS and the nursing workforce, including whether she agrees that England's emergency departments are in crisis.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nursing and other staff cannot continue to be ‘emotionally blackmailed' into keeping the NHS going, the Nursing Standard podcast hears.In an interview on the latest episode, shadow health and social care secretary Wes Streeting speaks about how NHS staff goodwill is now exhausted.Mr Streeting tells senior news reporter Alison Stacey that action on pay and working conditions must happen to restore professional pride in nursing.He also talks about his own experience of receiving treatment for kidney cancer, saying the care he received was fantastic, as were NHS staff, but there were too few of them.The episode is an extract of a longer interview with Nursing Standard ahead of the UK going to the polls in the general election on 4 July.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have a job interview coming up and it's making you feel increasingly anxious?If the thought of showcasing your talents to an interview panel is making your stress levels go through the roof, don't worry, you are not alone.The key to success is preparation – prepare well and you are giving yourself the best chance to show the interviewers that you are the ideal candidate for the job.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, hosted by RCNi career development editor Clare Lomas, independent careers coach Dave Cordle offers advice on what to do before, during and after your interview.Using the STAR technique to answer questionsShould you go for an informal visit? Practise your answers out loud? How can you use the STAR technique – situation, task, actions and results – to answer questions? And how important is asking for feedback?He advises on all this and more, with examples of how to answer some common interview questions, including the classic icebreaker ‘tell us about yourself'.If you want to hear more from Mr Cordle, visit an RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair, where he is a regular speaker. You can also look at the RCN's nursing careers resource, which has information, advice and support, including free coaching sessions for RCN members.Note: This is a recording from a panel discussion at an RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in Manchester.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our podcast guest explains the benefits of the NHS pension, why it is such good value for nurses, and the implications of recent changes to the scheme.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the difference between being a nurse in Scotland and the rest of the UK? This latest episode explores the differences on pay, terms and conditions for nurses working in NHS Scotland and beyond. Our guest, RCN Scotland's director Colin Poolman, talks to podcast host and senior reporter Alison Stacey about how negotiations between the RCN and the Scottish government secured better pay, a shorter working week and protected learning time. Band 5 nurses will also be able to self-apply to have their role reviewed to check their job and skills match their pay band. Mr Poolman explains why RCN Scotland are able to directly negotiate with the government on pay, gives advice to all nurses on the band 5 job review, and discusses what the new safe-staffing legislation means for healthcare staff across the country.We also hear from Mr Poolman on what the election could mean for the pay claim, and whether he envisages Scottish nurses taking to the picket lines in 2024. For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tips on defusing conflicts, responding to aggression and the importance of staying calmFor more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The incredible work of a nurse that inspired a hit charity song and global humanitarian effort to feed starving people in Africa is remembered in our latest podcast episode.On the 40th anniversary of the formation of charity superstar group Band Aid, Nursing Standard talks to the nurse who helped prompt the cultural phenomenon led by musician Sir Bob Geldof.Dr Dame Claire Bertschinger was working for the Red Cross in Ethiopia in 1984 when she was featured in a BBC news broadcast about the devastating drought.Journalist Michael Buerk described the biblical famine he was witnessing as the ‘closest thing to hell on earth'.Thousands of people had already died and seven million were threatened with starvation in the war-torn country.Dame Claire tells journalist Erin Dean how she was running a feeding station where hundreds of women brought their starving babies each day.‘There were just thousands of people starving, hungry, wearing tatters, not even clothes, just rags,' she says. ‘There was insufficient food for everyone. It was the most horrendous thing you can imagine.'There were few resources available, and Dame Claire had to choose who would be fed and saved. One day she went out to select the 60 or 70 children they had food for that day – and found there were more than a thousand waiting outside.The BBC footage prompted musicians to launch Band Aid, and the recording of charity single Do They Know It's Christmas? It featured some of the most famous musical stars in the world at that time, including George Michael, Bono, Boy George and Sting.The song was also performed at a charity concert, Live Aid, on 13 July 1985, which raised more than £100 million for famine relief in Ethiopia.Dame Claire describes how she had little idea what was going on with the fundraising at the time – but it did have a rapid impact on the care available in Ethiopia.She reflects in the podcast on her experiences in Ethiopia and other countries, the impact it has had on her, the legacy of Band Aid, and what she has learned through her varied career.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Public speaking strikes fear into the hearts of many – it's regularly reported as one of the most common phobias – but is an increasingly important skill for many nurses. The good news is that there are many ways to become a better and more confident public speaker, even in the face of anxiety. This latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast explores how nursing staff can hone their speaking skills. It considers the importance of preparation – from understanding an audience, to getting slides right, to practising words out loud in advance – as well as sharing tips for the day itself. Guest Paul Trevatt qualified as a nurse in 1993 and has over 20 years' experience of presenting at conferences and events. He tells health journalist and podcast host Claire Read that nurses should ultimately see speaking opportunities as a chance to improve patient care. Keeping that in mind can, he says, help make any nerves feel worthwhile enduring.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Building confidence in the workplace is vital for nursing staff, both for patient safety and nurses' own career development. Being confident can help in areas such as raising concerns and overcoming imposter syndrome, as well as in job interviews and applying for opportunities, such as a secondment. But what steps can nurses take to build their confidence in the workplace? This episode looks at what we mean by confidence, how communicating with confidence can benefit your patients and your career, and how being confident can make you a better leader. Guests RCN Nurse of the Year 2023 and head of nursing primary care at East London NHS Foundation Trust Julie Roye and lead nurse for safe staffing at University Hospitals Leicester NHS Trust Pippa Clark speak about why a good organisational culture is vital to enable nurses to build their confidence, the importance of reflection in nursing and how to handle negative feedback. Celebrating your successes as a nurse is also vital in building confidence, they tell RCNi career development editor and podcast host Clare Lomas, and never forget – there is no such thing as a silly question.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nurses and other healthcare staff face constant workplace pressures, especially during the colder months when respiratory conditions are more prevalent. Staff shortages and industrial action have also impacted services.But what support is there for nursing staff and managers to navigate challenging times?This episode examines how the NMC code acts as a professional anchor, helping nurses manage risks and escalate concerns. It provides a framework for decision-making and professional accountability. Guests NMC executive director of professional practice Sam Foster and assistant director, national and regional outreach Sam Donohue speak about how the code should never be used in a negative way, but rather as a tool to support nurses and promote patient safety. Managers also have a role in supporting staff and making tough decisions to mitigate risks and keep people safe, they tell Nursing Standard editor and podcast host Flavia Munn.Our guests also discuss the importance of tackling incivility at work and Ms Donohue shares the findings of her research into joy in nursing.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.