Half of community mental health nurses believe patients are frequently coming to harm because of overwhelming caseloads, according to latest union survey results. Community mental health nurses ‘caught in perfect storm’, warns RCN appeared first on Nursing Times.

Introducing a simple glove change during caesarean birth could deliver millions in cost savings for the NHS and improve patient safety, according to UK researchers. ‘Simple’ glove change might save NHS £45m and improve caesarean safety appeared first on Nursing Times.

Encouraging women to check their blood pressure each day at home could cut the risk of a future heart attack or stroke for new mothers who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. DIY blood pressure checks may protect women after hypertensive pregnancy appeared first on Nursing Times.

Sharon Osborne, member of the RCN's Trade Union Committee, on the package agreed with the government and what changes will come. ‘Every band 5 nurse in England will now have their role reviewed’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has been seeking feedback on potential changes to its Revalidation process from employers working in the NHS and social

The National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) has launched a pioneering new programme to develop National Intergenerational Engagement Standards for Care Homes, marking a significant step... New National Standards to Strengthen Intergenerational Engagement in Care appeared first on The Carer.

Two first team players, prop Thomas Burgess and forward Harry Rushton, made the visit to see Albert “Bert” Mackay, 78, who lives at Aden View... Former Rugby Coach Gets Special Visit From Huddersfield Giants appeared first on The Carer.

A proposed law to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales has failed to progress after running out of parliamentary time, bringing an end to... Assisted Dying Bill Falls as Parliamentary Time Runs Out appeared first on The Carer.