http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newseventsResearch policy and practiceThu, 1 Jan 1970 01:00:00 BSTwebteam@rcn.org.ukRCN Research and development10http://www.rcn.org.uk/images/rss/RCN_.gifhttp://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newseventshttp://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/kcl_nnru_policy_issue_35King's College London National Nursing Research Unit Policy+ is a publication which aims to deliver brief overviews of evidence related to current policies affecting the nursing workforce in England, the wider United Kingdom and the rest of the world. Issue No 35 is on "Intentional Rounding: What is the evidence?".Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:31:55 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/new_school_for_public_health_research_launched_in_april_2012The NIHR is funding an initiative that aims to undertake research into public health with an emphasis on what works practically, can apply across the country and better meets the needs of policy makers, practitioners and the public. The School will receive total funding of £20 million over a five-year period.Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:50:26 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/kcl_nnru_policy_issue_34King's College London National Nursing Research Unit Policy+ is a publication which aims to deliver brief overviews of evidence related to current policies affecting the nursing workforce in England, the wider United Kingdom and the rest of the world. Issue No 34 is on "Is it time to set minimum nurse staffing levels in English hospitals?".Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:47:40 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/dh_offers_more_research_training_to_nurses,_midwives_and_allied_health_professionalsA new DH strategy announced on 8 March 2012 will offer healthcare professionals more funding to undertake further education, such as Masters and PhD degrees or as interns to gain experience in using research to improve care. The strategy, Developing the Role of the Clinical Academic Researcher in the Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions, aims to put research at the heart of frontline services and make NHS staff some of the best trained in the world.Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:40:31 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/long-term_conditions_and_mental_health_co-morbiditiesMore than 4 million people in England with a long-term physical health condition also have mental health problems. The authors of a paper published jointly by The King’s Fund and the Centre for Mental Health in February 2012 suggest developing more integrated support for people with mental and physical health problems who may experience significantly poorer health outcomes and reduced quality of life.Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:54:32 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/is_privacy_legislation_at_the_heart_of_the_electronic_health_recordResults from the second global survey on eHealth published in February 2012 by the WHO's Global Observatory for eHealth investigated how its member states' legal frameworks address the need to protect patient privacy.Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:44:45 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/kcl_nnru_policy_issue_33King's College London National Nursing Research Unit Policy+ is a publication which aims to deliver brief overviews of evidence related to current policies affecting the nursing workforce in England, the wider United Kingdom and the rest of the world. Issue No 33 is on "What are the implications of changes in nurse migration?".Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:51:48 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/does_improving_safety_culture_affect_patient_outcomesA research scan by the Health Foundation issued in November 2011 examines the assumption that improving organisational safety culture and staff attitudes directly, or indirectly, affects patient outcomes.Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:52:44 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/uk_regulator_health_research_authority_launched_on_1_december_2011The HRA starts its role as a Special Health Authority, protecting patients and the public taking part in research; it will benefit the research community and the life sciences sector by simplifying and streamlining regulatory processes. Janet Wisely, the current Director of NRES, is the interim Chief Executive.Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:44:09 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/research_nurse_competency_frameworkThis is the second edition of what is anticipated will continue to be a regularly revised and updated Framework document that will evolve alongside changes in the context in which clinical research studies are planned, undertaken and reportedThu, 01 Dec 2011 08:31:51 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/research_nurses_in_primary_care_-_the_early_yearsAfter 39 years, the Medical Research Council's General Practice Research Framework (GPRF) will be discontinued from April 2012. Louise Letley reflects on the significant contribution of the GPRF to primary care research nursing.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:24:41 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/public_health_issues_a_real_challenge_for_northern_irelandA bulletin issued in November 2011 presents the first results from the NI Government’s 2010/11 Health Survey covering a range of health topics of major interest to nursing staff working in research.Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:32:55 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/nihr_annual_report_201011The 40-page report provides an overview of their activities and key achievements, reportong on developing research programmes; infrastructure; and faculty and systems to facilitate health research in England.Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:30:55 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/perspectives_on_telehealth_and_telecare_briefing_paperA paper from the King's Fund examines the experiences of the DH England-funded online telecare and telehealth action research programme, the Whole System Demonstrator Action Network.Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:54:17 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/health_professional_mobility_study_in_17_european_countriesThe mobility of health professionals affects the performance of health systems, and increasingly so since the European Union enlargements in 2004 and 2007. A study by the WHO European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies presents research on the gaps in knowledge.Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:44:57 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/new_research_partnerships_for_early_stage_health_researchThe UK Coalition Government announced on 6 October 2011 the launch of the first two National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, aiming to usher in a new era for clinical trials and providing a real boost to the growth of the life science sector. These Translational Research Partnerships will allow NHS, university clinical researchers and life science companies to work together focusing on inflammatory diseases.Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:07:56 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/the_influence_of_health_services_research_on_the_nhsA briefing by the NHS Confederation looks at some of the key issues that challenge NHS clinicians and managers on a daily basis, such as patient safety and cost cutting, and looks at where health services research can address them.Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:30:23 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/setting_priorities_in_healthA national study into how PCTs have prioritised NHS resources highlights the strengths and weaknesses of their processes and the lessons for the coming generation of clinical commissioners.Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:59:31 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/providing_and_paying_for_long_term_care_in_an_ageing_societyAs life expectancy increases and family ties are becoming less close-knit, more people will want help to live their lives to the full for as long as possible. A report from the OECD issued in May 2011 examines how countries including the UK are facing common challenges and their diverse solutions.Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:11:20 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/an_estimated_10,000_old_people_physically_abused_every_dayEvery year, an estimated 4 million plus older people in the WHO European Region suffers physical abuse; research also indicates that as many as 2,500 older people may die at the hands of family members.Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:12:50 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/kcl_nnru_policy_issue_32King's College London National Nursing Research Unit Policy+ is a publication which aims to deliver brief overviews of evidence related to current policies affecting the nursing workforce in England, the wider United Kingdom and the rest of the world. Issue No 32 is on " Measuring patient experience in the primary care sector: Does a patient's condition influence what matters?"Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:51:47 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/emergency_accommodation_for_young_runawaysYoung runaways are vulnerable to harm and require support to protect them. Community Care magazine has published a short feature that highlights evidence from a government report about commissioning and delivering cost-effective emergency accommodation.Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:34:33 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/report_of_the_national_review_of_services_for_disabled_childrenReport of the National Review of Services for Disabled Children. This review assesses the state of services for disabled children in ScotlandFri, 12 Aug 2011 08:30:44 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/a_pathway_of_care_for_vulnerable_familiesA pathway of care for vulnerable families (0-3) - guidance for agencies on supporting vulnerable families in the antenatal and immediate postnatal period.Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:22:07 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/research_and_development_work_relating_to_assistive_technology_2010-11This report from the DH describes the wide range of UK Government funded projects supporting the development, introduction and evaluation of assistive technology to increase the range of activities and independence or well-being of disabled and older people.Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:48:33 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/kcl_nnru_policy_issue_31King's College London National Nursing Research Unit Policy+ is a publication which aims to deliver brief overviews of evidence related to current policies affecting the nursing workforce in England, the wider United Kingdom and the rest of the world. Issue No 31 is on: Can we measure "failure to rescue"?Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:14:18 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/alternatives_to_peer_review_in_research_project_fundingRAND Europe, a policy-research organisation, published a report in May 2011 suggesting that peer review is not always the best method to allocate research funding.Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:23:51 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/dh_route_map_for_dementia_researchIssued in June 2011, the Government’s Ministerial Advisory Group on Dementia Research route map report details proposals to increase the volume, quality and impact of dementia research. The Advisory Group will publish a progress assessment in July 2012 at their final meeting.Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:01:23 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/end_of_life_care_for_minority_ethnic_groups_in_the_ukThis study of literature reviews and assessment as an evidence base for policy found a number of high quality reviews that provide a good reflection of the primary evidence and could be used to inform policy.Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:21:59 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/rcn_position_statement_on_the_role_of_the_learning_disability_nurseThe population of children, adults and older people with learning disabilities is increasing and there is a higher number of people living into adulthood with a range of complex needs. This is resulting in children, young people and adults presenting with patterns of complex learning disabilities unlike those experienced by existing services and healthcare services will experience higher demand from this group in the future.Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:07:39 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/european_health_services_research_report_to_help_decision_makersThe final report of the Health Services Research into European Policy and Practice project, issued in May 2011, provides an overview of findings and recommendations.Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:13:15 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/research_policy_and_practice/governance_for_research_ethics_committeesThis policy document prepared by the UK Health Departments describes what they expect from research ethics committees reviewing their proposals; it comes into effect on 1 September 2011 throughout the UK.Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:16:20 +0100