Helen Donovan explains why empowering individuals to take better care of themselves is a vital part of the solution to reducing demand and improving health outcomes. ‘Nurses have a critical role in closing the self-care gap’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

Nathan Smith argues that bank and agency nursing staff are not just filling a rota or meeting a contract, they are part of the skilled team providing patient care. ‘Temporary staff do not provide temporary care’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

Are you ready to spread some Christmas cheer? The Carer is hosting a special Christmas Day competition to find the most beautifully decorated Christmas tree!... WIN a £100 Marks & Spencer Voucher This Christmas appeared first on The Carer.

We’ve been working with partners across the UK and with our stakeholder groups to review the National Occupational Standards (NOS). The NOS underpin the qualifications and training programmes that you need to work in social care in Scotland, and to register with us. 

Kathleen Townsend has been appointed as manager of Kilburn Care Home in Kilburn, near Belper, part of Aurem Care. Kat brings more than a decade... Experienced New Home Manager Joins Kilburn Care Home appeared first on The Carer.

Colleagues and residents at HC-One’s Guide Lane Care Home in Audenshaw, Manchester, are celebrating the incredible efforts of Laundry Assistant Tracey Simpson, who has spearheaded... Guide Lane Care Home Celebrates Community Spirit as Laundry Assistant Leads Successful Christmas Toy Appeal appeared first on The Carer.

The RCN is urging the Westminster government and NHS leaders to eradicate corridor care, not just mitigate its impacts, as the updated NHS England (NHSE)... Corridor Care Should Be Eradicated, Not Just Mitigated, Says RCN appeared first on The Carer.

Eckington Court Nursing Home in Derbyshire, part of Orchard Care Homes has opened a Reconnect Mental Health Care Community, providing specialist support for people aged... Derbyshire Care Home Opens Specialist ‘Reconnect’ Mental Health Community For Older People appeared first on The Carer.

As winter approaches and respiratory illnesses increase across Scotland, health boards are beginning to reintroduce visiting restrictions and mask requirements in hospitals and healthcare facilities.... Scottish Care Calls for Balanced Approach to Winter Restrictions in Care Homes appeared first on The Carer.

An “inspirational” couple have given festive hampers to more than 800 staff as their pioneering care organisation marked its 40th anniversary in style. Founders Mario... “Inspirational” Couple Mark 40 Years With Hampers For 800 Care Heroes appeared first on The Carer.

More than 1.5 million older people across the UK will spend Christmas alone, according to charity Age UK. Polling of more than 2,600 people aged... 1.5 Million Older People Will Be Eating Dinner Alone On Christmas Day appeared first on The Carer.

How professional autonomy, as promoted by the professional nurse advocate role, enhances nurses’ wellbeing and the quality of care they provide. How professional autonomy helps nurses thrive and grow in the workplace appeared first on Nursing Times.