Nursing Standard Podcast
The Nursing Standard Podcast is aimed at nurses and covers the issues that matter most to nurses and patients. It is hosted by Nursing Standard and RCNi, the publishing arm of the Royal College of Nursing. The show provides discussion and insight for nursing professionals, with episodes likely covering clinical practice, professional development and healthcare policy.
Episodes
Nil by mouth: what’s the latest best practice for nurses?
Are traditional, so-called ‘nil by mouth’ practices damaging to patients? In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, University of Gloucestershire senior nursing lecturers Rachel Jefferies and Leigh Crossland discuss best practice in fasting – and why some nurses may be following outdated guidelines.They talk about the need for a person-centred approach to preoperative fasting, balancing nut
Rate your shift: how live feedback improves nurses' working lives
What if there was an app on your phone where you could flag work issues directly to your manager on every shift? And then your manager acted to make changes?Nurses Olivia Crossing and Annie Taylor launched the Rate My Shift app to allow staff to give feedback to managers at the end of every shift via an emoji with a particular expression, capturing how they feel at the end of each working day. Aft
Grief: how my personal bereavement shapes my nursing practice
How can personal bereavement inform – and even inspire – your nursing practice? Catherine McAllister’s journey into nursing began in a hospital room when her daughter Ellie died at the age of three. ‘I remember standing in the hospital watching all these healthcare professionals rush around, trying to do everything they could to save my daughter. I remember thinking that I couldn't do anythin
Decoding nursing job adverts: how to tell if you are a good fit
How can you tell what a job advert is really asking of you? And what should you do if you don’t meet all the essential criteria in the person specification?RCN careers coach Julie Watkins and Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust lead nurse for safe staffing and workforce Charlotte Collings help listeners decode some common words and phrases that feature in adverts for nursing jobs.They also talk
Bank cuts: NHS trusts accused of failing to challenge spending limits
This week we published a special investigation into cuts to bank pay and shifts, which are costing some nursing staff hundreds of pounds a month in lost income.Joining us on the podcast this week are representatives from the RCN north west region Simon Browes and Paul O’Keefe, who talk to senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi about how bank cuts are affecting nursing staff and why.Our g
My quirky nursing career: how being different can get you ahead
Nursing offers so many different career paths, so how do you decide which one to take?University of Nottingham professor of critical inclusive leadership Stacy Johnson says leaning into what makes you unique is the right path to follow.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Professor Johnson describes how her ‘quirky’ career led her to becoming the 83rd black female professor in th
Revalidation: how to make the process quicker and easier
Are there ways of making the revalidation process quicker and easier?Claire Picton – a nurse consultant, author and intuitive nurse coach – acknowledges that a lot of registrants, including herself, do not begin to think about revalidation criteria until towards the end of the three-year cycle.Ms Picton, a self-described ‘lastminute.com-type person’, has developed methods to make the revalidation
Communicating confidence: tips from a leadership expert
How can you change your communication style to build your confidence and present yourself as a leader?RADA Business practitioner Jonny Lewis, who runs communication courses for the Florence Nightingale Foundation’s leadership scholarships, gives nurses some tips in the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast.Joining him is nurse Agi Pradeep, recent Florence Nightingale Foundation
What the paediatric early warning system means for nurses
Why was a national paediatric early warning system (PEWS) introduced in England and how can nurses use it to spot deterioration in babies, children and young people?In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Nursing Children and Young People editor Christine Walker unpicks PEWS in more detail. She is joined by West Midlands Children’s Network paediatric critical care lead educator Vicc
What’s a ‘normal’ relationship with alcohol?
What is a ‘normal’ relationship with alcohol – and how do you know if yours needs addressing?In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Southmead Hospital’s lead nurse for addictions Sally Quigley discusses nurses’ relationship with alcohol – and the factors behind evidence that suggests alcohol misuse might be higher among nurses than in the general population.She also discusses
Good and 'bad' nursing leaders: what can you learn from them?
Who can you learn the most from in your workplace – the good or ‘bad’ nursing leaders?Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust associate chief clinical information officer Amanda Jackson discusses why she believes all sorts of leaders – positive and negative – can be sources of inspiration in your career.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Ms Jackson also discusses her own leadershi
Chief nurse who fought back after work suspension reveals her story
A chief nurse who took on her employer and won a landmark employment tribunal case discusses the two-year battle to clear her name.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Evonne Hunt talks to Nursing Standard senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi about how it feels to be back in her role at Medway NHS Foundation Trust. She also offers advice to nurses who might be in a si
Dehydration: how to identify, avoid and manage the condition
Maintaining adequate hydration for patients, care home residents and other service users can be challenging – so what can nurses do to ensure those in their care do not become dehydrated?In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, NHS South West London regional hydration project manager and registered nurse Charlotte Trumper discusses how to identify and manage dehydration in hospital a
Band 5 role reviews: 'I expect majority of nurses to go through'
Nursing staff have seen two major announcements in the past week – a 3.3% pay award for NHS nurses in England and Wales and band 5 role reviews for all nurses in England.In this week’s episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, RCN general secretary Nicola Ranger talks all things pay, including her message to nursing staff who are calling for demonstrable action by the union on below-
Female external catheters: how to start a trial
A nurse-led female external catheter trial proved hugely successful at one trust by almost eradicating incontinence-related dermatitis on two wards.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, continence nurse Elinor Howcroft discusses what inspired her to start the trial and the positive impact it had on staff and patients.Ms Howcroft also shares tips and insights into how nurses can ro
General practice: why to enter as a mid or early career nurse
What are the career opportunities in general practice and is it a good place for newly registered nurses to start out?In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board lead primary care nurse Frances Baverstock challenges some common misconceptions about working in general practice, and outlines the opportunities and challenges for nurses in this sector at al
Band 5 to band 6 nurse roles: how do you decide when to step up?
How do you decide when the time is right to step up from band 5 to band 6?For many nurses, the move to a band 6 role is seen as a natural step within a few years of registering, but it is not for everyone. Moving from band 5 to 6 may mean more money, but it could also mean less flexibility.The latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast looks at the differences between a band 5 and a band 6 rol
Who is your unsung nursing hero of 2025, and why?
Who is your unsung nursing hero of 2025, that person you work with who has your back and deserves recognition?In the final Nursing Standard podcast episode of 2025, previous guests including Queen’s Nurse Caron Sanders-Crook and RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Kirsty Cartin tell us who they think should be applauded for the work they have done over the past 12 months.From the nursing lecturer who i
‘Biased’ decisions and mistrust: what went wrong at one NHS trust?
Nurses’ distrust of senior management comes under the spotlight in this week’s episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, as nursing staff at one London trust reported feeling suspicious of managers making ‘biased’ decisions based on close relationships.RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi also discuss a medicines management error linked to the
Are cuts to nurse bank shifts putting patient safety at risk?
The latest Nursing Standard podcast discusses an NHS trust’s decision to restrict bank shifts, news of a chief nurse being reinstated to her role following suspension, and free tea and coffee being scrapped for one trust’s staff, among other hot topics.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to write a reflective account for revalidation
How do you write a reflective account for revalidation – and how often should you reflect as a busy nursing professional?This episode of the Nursing Standard podcast looks at the reflective elements of the NMC’s revalidation requirements, which include writing five such accounts every three years.Our podcast guest, Queen’s University Belfast senior lecturer Barry Quinn, also argues that reflection
Two full-time jobs: why would a nurse risk their registration?
Working two full-time jobs: why would a nurse risk their registration?This week’s episode of the Nursing Standard podcast discusses the case of a nurse who was suspended after secretly working two full-time jobs. RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi also discuss the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s proposed registration fee rise, and the government’s recomme
How can nurses help combat the spread of health misinformation?
How can nurses help to counter the spread of health misinformation?Birmingham City University senior nursing lecturer Scott Colton believes nurses are in a unique position to help intervene with patients who may be getting poor quality information online and help them to make informed healthcare decisions.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Mr Colton describes what he believes i
NMC fee rise: what happens next?
A proposed rise in the Nursing and Midwifery Council's annual registration fee is one of the main topics discussed in this week’s episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, as the nursing regulator approves plans to launch a public consultation on increasing it.A nurse’s £300 parking fine and clocks going back at the weekend are also discussed in the episode by RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and
Sick of 'resilience'? How to manage emotions at work
How can nurses manage emotional demands in their jobs and day-to-day lives and not fall prey to expectations to be ‘endlessly resilient’ in the face of challenging working conditions?Nurse educator and researcher Charlotte Ross outlines practical strategies nurses can use to manage what she describes as ‘emotional labour’ in the workplace in this latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast
From chief nurse to first female Archbishop of Canterbury
Former chief nursing officer for England Dame Sarah Mullally – the youngest person to have been appointed to the post – has also made history by becoming the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.The topic comes under the spotlight in the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, which also discusses the publication of long-awaited reviews on the NMC’s handling of fitness to practise ca
Automatic nursing notes: would this tool change your working life?
A tool that means nurses will no longer need to hand write or type up clinical notes in outpatient clinics is being rolled out in one hospital after a successful trial.Clinicians at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London can access a new time-saving tool that produces automatic transcriptions of consultations and drafts clinical notes, but can be checked and edited before saving to a patient’
Fitness to practise: why does the process still take so long?
There is ‘still a long way to go’ in speeding up fitness to practise (FtP) cases for nursing and midwifery professionals, according to Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) chief executive Paul Rees.In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Mr Rees tells RCNi senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi that while the regulator is doing everything it can to make the FtP process as swift as po
How to become a nurse leader at your own pace
Should all nurses be expected to be leaders? RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Kirsty Cartin believes nurses must be given space to find their own route into leadership – or they could be deterred from wanting to take on such roles.Queen’s Nurse Ms Cartin, who is manager of the Rashielee Care Home in Erskine, discusses how her curiosity and compassion helped her to see herself as a leader in this lat
Nurses’ pay: what are health unions' next moves?
Nurses’ pay is under the spotlight in this week’s Nursing Standard podcast episode, which looks at health unions’ next moves and whether there will be structural reform.The government’s new professional strategy for nursing and midwifery, RCN and RCN Scotland award nominations, and tributes to a much-loved nurse leader are also discussed by RCNi content edit
‘Share new ideas and be confident’: tips from an effective nurse leader
Sam Tyrer talks about how he channelled difficult personal experiences into an initiative to change other people’s lives. The founder of Change Talks, which provides health and well-being education in schools, colleges and corporate settings, offers advice to other nurses who want to get their own initiatives off the ground. He also discusses how to boost well-being in the workplace in this e
From work burnout to conquering Everest: a nurse's journey
A nurse who went from work-related burnout to conquering Mount Everest discusses her unusual journey in the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast.Rowena Rowberry, a lecturer at the University of Derby and former community nurse, discusses how she went from a novice with no climbing experience to scaling the world’s tallest mountain in just 18 months.She also reveals one surprisi
Workplace pressures: film exposes the state of nursing
Nurses’ intolerable workloads are under the spotlight in this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, with a review of a new film about nursing.The Late Shift movie by writer-director Petra Volpe has brought the profession’s challenges to cinema screens across the UK and content editor Alistair Mason and CPD editor Nick Lipley discuss whether it hits the mark.The podcast also discusses
End of life care: making nurses confident to talk about dying
How should nursing staff be expected to meet the growing need for palliative and end of life care now and in the future?The latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast hears the views of leading nurses on how to equip the profession with the skills and confidence to talk to and support those at the end of life, both in general and specialist areas.RCNi senior nurse editor Richard Hatchett chair
NHS pay – what are the next steps?
NHS pay is one of the main topics discussed in the latest Nursing Standard podcast episode, with nursing staff in England, Wales and Northern Ireland expected to overwhelmingly reject this year’s 3.6% pay award.The fact that next year’s pay award process has also been triggered unusually early is also discussed by RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi as the
Feedback in the workplace: how to give and receive it
How do you handle feedback from managers, colleagues and the people you care for? And if you are assessing someone’s performance, how do you ensure whatever you say is positively received?Giving and receiving feedback is the topic of the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, featuring Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust people promise manager Fahida Rehman-Manby, who is also a nu
Cuts to bank nurse pay and shifts – what’s the latest?
NHS trusts across England are continuing to cut bank pay and shifts – a topic which comes under the spotlight in the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast.An £8,000 fine for a nurse prescriber unlawfully supplying weight-loss drugs and other prescription-only medicines is also discussed in the episode hosted by RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti
Social care nursing: why it’s where to start not end your career
From diverse first jobs for newly registered nurses to a progressive career pathway, opportunities in social care nursing is the topic discussed in the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast.Chief nurse for adult social care in England Deborah Sturdy counters common misconceptions about the sector and talks about how these nursing roles offer autonomy to improve and make an immed
Lucy Letby case: what are the latest developments?
Three ex-leaders at Lucy Letby’s former trust were arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter this week – a story we examine in this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast.Another former nurse and convicted murderer, Colin Campbell, came under the spotlight when he lost a legal appeal to overturn his convictions recently.RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior jou
Weight-loss drugs: what are the benefits and risks?
The mass rollout of weight-loss drugs on the NHS in England began this week as GPs became able to prescribe the drugs for the first time. Some 220,000 people with the ‘greatest need’ are expected to receive Mounjaro, the commercial name for tirzepatide, over the next three years.In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Lisa Rickers – a registered nurse with more than 15 years’ experience a
New advanced nursing practice principles: what can you expect?
New principles for advanced practice, and nursing staff recognised in the King’s birthday honours, are among the headlines grabbing nurses’ attention this week.In our latest podcast episode, RCNi content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi bring you fresh insights on issues affecting nursing staff. These also include harrowing accounts of nurses experiencing suicidal i
Nurse leadership tips: how to develop your skills
Nursing leadership skills are in the spotlight in this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast. RCN Nursing Leadership Academy associate director Emily McWhirter discusses essential leadership skills, from active listening to conflict resolution and emotional intelligence.She also offers tips too on how to develop these. This podcast was recorded at the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair Birmingha
NHS pay award: what’s in it and what happens next?
NHS pay, changes to funding for advanced practice programmes and a petition to recognise nursing associates in their own right – these are some of the issues getting nurses talking this week.In our latest podcast, 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 c
Sepsis myth-busting: what is best practice now?
Sepsis treatment continues to evolve. In this episode of the Nursing Standard podcast Suman Shrestha, a consultant nurse in critical care at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, looks at best practice guidelines and discusses why traditional thinking on various aspects of care, including the use of antibiotics, is changing.For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast H
Pension changes and a law to protect nurses: what it means for you
Pay, legislation on the use of the nurse title and a fitness to practise case feature in the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast.Content editor Alistair Mason and senior journalist Shruti Sheth Trivedi discuss the issues getting nurses talking, including changes to pensions and how it will soon be a criminal offence for someone to claim they are a nurse if they are unregistered.Follow t
Stress and trauma in nursing: try these coping strategies
What can you do to support yourself when you’re feeling totally overwhelmed? And, crucially, how can your manager help you cope with stress via their leadership style? In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, Caron Sanders-Crook – a Queen’s Nurse, coach and nurse educator – argues for a trauma-informed approach to leadership. She discusses how leaders who understand their own nervous
NHS pay and bank cuts: union chief’s take on hot nursing topics
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 N
End of life care: what fundamental skills do nurses need?
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 practic
Uniforms and recruitment freezes: how changes affect nurses
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 cu
Therapeutic relationships: listening skills for effective communication
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 li
NHS pay and flexible degrees: what’s getting nurses talking?
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 w
Peer reviews: how they work and how you can become involved
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 denials and fitness to practise caution: what’s getting nurses talking
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, i
Nursing associates: are they being used as ‘budget nurses’?
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 t
Pay cuts and uniforms: what’s getting nurses talking this week?
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, includin
How to bounce back from errors – and other nursing challenges
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 i
Eating disorders: the impact of nasogastric feeding under restraint
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' famil
Nursing job applications: get your supporting statement right
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
What to do when a person’s beliefs run counter to their care needs
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 th
How to stay motivated and retain your love of nursing
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 wo
Nursing at Christmas: the highs and lows of shifts
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 N
How to be a nurse leader – even if it doesn’t come naturally
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 some
Could nurses hold the key to missing persons cold cases?
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 k
Why can’t newly qualified nurses find jobs in the NHS?
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
Is it a hypo or a hot flush? Common symptoms of diabetes and menopause
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 wom
Coping with shifts: how nurses can prioritise their well-being
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 S
Pressure ulcers: tips for avoiding preventable harm
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
Sepsis: how to spot atypical symptoms
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 end
Nurses’ uniforms: what they say about nursing identity
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 lin
Essential pain management: how to use it in practice
‘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 th
A watershed moment for change at the NMC
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
What are the Conservative party doing for nurses and the NHS?
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 an
Wes Streeting on what Labour would do for nurses
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
Job interviews: how to prepare for and succeed at them
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 l
Thinking of stopping your NHS pension? Here’s why you shouldn’t
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.
Pay, conditions and staffing: how Scotland’s leading the way
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
Conflict in healthcare: how to resolve issues calmly and safely
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.
Band Aid remembered: how one nurse inspired a phenomenon
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 wa
Public speaking: tips to excel as a nurse
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 h
How to build your confidence at work
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 epis
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