We get very few fitness to practise referrals for Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW), however the introduction of the NQSW Supported Year from this October may influence the kinds of referrals we receive. 

Since June new staff need to apply for SSSC registration within three months of starting their role. This is one of the changes to registration that came into effect on 3 June 2024. 

Virtual wards provide hospital-level care in a patient’s home, combining remote monitoring and face-to-face treatment. Virtual wards: benefits, challenges and required skills appeared first on Nursing Times.

A new network for general practice nurses has been established by the Queen’s Nursing Institute, which aims to become the “professional home” for the specialty. New network hopes to end GPN ‘isolation’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

How to support palliative care patients and their families with eating and drinking concerns. Nutrition and hydration: best practice towards the end of life appeared first on Nursing Times.

Researchers from Kent, in collaboration with the University of Surrey and the University of Hertfordshire, have developed a free guide to support care homes to... New Guide For Care Homes To Support Inclusive Care Practice For Older LGBTQ+ People appeared first on The Carer.

Generations appreciated each other’s many talents at a cabaret-style show hosted at the Cookridge Court care home. The home in Cookridge, Leeds held a talent... ‘Cookridge Court’s Got Talent’ appeared first on The Carer.

Nursing Times has created the following list of senior nursing and midwifery leaders in post with regional NHS integrated care boards across England. Nursing Times leaders list: Regional NHS integrated care boards appeared first on Nursing Times.

We want people to know what it means to be registered with the SSSC, to know about the benefits and value of being registered and the standards, skills and qualifications needed to deliver high quality care.  

Athena Care Homes created a special moment when they hosted an evening of opera unfolded at Goodwins Hall in King’s Lynn, where a resident’s dream... A Night Of Opera Magic At Goodwins Hall- Care Homes Makes Wish Come True appeared first on The Carer.

Councillor Sidney Imafidon the Mayor of Wisbech visited the Rose Lodge Care Home in Wisbech to surprise one of the homes residents during their birthday... Mayor Of Wisbech Visits Rose Lodge For Birthday Suprise appeared first on The Carer.

SOCIAL CARE CAMPAIGNERS have backed a major new study which revealed that thousands of people thrive in care and nursing homes.And they have called on... Campaigners Back Study On Residential Care appeared first on The Carer.