http://www.rcn.org.uk/aboutus/england/eastmidlands/newsEast Midlands - news from the RCNThu, 1 Jan 1970 01:00:00 BSTwebteam@rcn.org.ukUK news - East Midlands10http://www.rcn.org.uk/images/rss/RCN_.gifhttp://www.rcn.org.uk/aboutus/england/eastmidlands/newshttp://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/nursing_leaders_come_together_to_celebrate_good_practiceSenior nurses from the West Midlands, East Midlands and Eastern region have met at a day-long conference organised by the Royal College of Nursing to share good practice and learning from across the regions, and to discuss the challenges of delivering and improving patient care.Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:01:33 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/healthcare_workshop_aims_to_boost_local_skillsHealthcare assistants across Derbyshire are being encouraged to take advantage of a free workshop to improve their skills and knowledge.Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:31:40 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_responds_to_withdrawal_of_nursing_and_midwifery_students_from_pilgrim_hospital,_bostonNursing and midwifery students withdrawn from their placements at Pilgrim Hospital in Boston at the request of the Nursing and Midwifery Council are extremely anxious about the impact on their training and future careers, says the Royal College of NursingFri, 05 Aug 2011 10:20:16 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_alarmed_by_trust_admission_on_cash_flowRCN alarmed by UHL admission on cash flow.Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:57:36 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/unions_urge_veto_of_kettering_pay_cut_ballot_ransomRCN East Midlands media release Kettering pay cut ballot 'ransom'Fri, 10 Jun 2011 10:22:23 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/derby_social_enterprise_values_rcn_inputStaff working at the Derby walk-in centre transferred to Derbyshire Health United (DHU) earlier this month (June) as part of the divesting of community healthcare services by local primary care trust NHS Derby City.Wed, 25 May 2011 14:17:18 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/nurses_day_in_the_east_midlandsNurses' Day celebrations across the East MidlandsFri, 13 May 2011 14:12:53 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/derby_nurse_attacks_health_service_reform_plansA Derby nurse condemned the Government’s proposed NHS reforms during a debate at Congress.Mon, 18 Apr 2011 10:39:07 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/notts_shares_transgender_care_expertiseNotts shares transgender care expertise at RCN Congress 2011.Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:16:45 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/nottingham_nurse_nominated_for_major_national_patients_awardNottingham nurse nominated for major national patients' awardThu, 24 Feb 2011 16:29:53 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/staff_parking_boost_at_derbyExtra parking spaces are being created for staff working at Derby’s new super hospital after RCN members lobbied local councillors about the impact of longer, more complicated journeys to work for nurses unable to park at the site.Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:27:37 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/temporary_closure_of_rcn_east_midlands_officeThe RCN East Midlands office in central Nottingham has reopened after being closed for a short period yesterday (Monday 8th June).Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:16:33 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/promoting_parish_nursingA meeting to promote the development of parish nursing in Leicestershire will be held at Cross Hills Baptist Church, Thornton Lane, Bagworth on Monday 12 May from 6.30pm.Mon, 18 May 2009 11:52:37 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/give_east_midlands_nurses_more_time_to_care,_says_rcnAn increase in paperwork is preventing East Midlands nurses from spending enough time caring for patients, according to a new survey for the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).Mon, 18 May 2009 11:37:42 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_members_withdraw_from_derby_hospitals_disputeRoyal College of Nursing members affected by plans by Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to downgrade nursing posts in the surgical services directorate have decided “with great reluctance and concern” to accept, with some minor modifications, the Trust’s recently-improved offer to settle the dispute.Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:00:30 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_members_call_for_further_talks_in_derby_hospitals_dispute2Royal College of Nursing members affected by disputed plans by Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to downgrade nursing posts in the surgical directorate have decided against pursuing industrial action for the time being.Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:32:31 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/mp_hears_of_financial_strain_on_nursing_studentsStudent nurses in Lincolnshire are struggling to afford to continue their training in the face of mounting financial pressures, Boston and Skegness MP Mark Simmonds has been told.Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:17:00 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/derby_hospitals_dispute_-_meeting_of_rcn_members_in_surgical_servicesThe RCN has called a meeting of members affected by proposals to downgrade nursing posts in the surgical directorate of Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The meeting will be held at Queen's Hall, London Road, Derby on Wednesday 26 March at 7pm.Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:03:30 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/nursing_students_gather_for_regional_conferenceNursing students from across the East Midlands will gather in Nottingham on 11 March for their annual regional conference.Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:52:21 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_members_reject_offer_in_derby_hospitals_downgrading_disputeRCN members reject offer in Derby Hospitals downgrading disputeTue, 03 Mar 2009 12:02:05 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/restructuring_and_downgrading_of_posts_at_derby_hospitals_foundation_trustA meeting for RCN members to discuss the proposed restructuring and downgrading of nursing posts at Derby Hospitals Foundation Trust will be held at Queen's Hall, London Road, Derby.Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:59:43 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/nurses_urged_to_lead_care_quality_debateSenior NHS nurses from across the East Midlands have been urged to influence how nursing’s contribution to the quality of healthcare is measured.Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:48:52 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/calling_modern_matrons_and_middle_nurse_managersAre you a modern matron or middle nurse manager above ward sister level working in the NHS in the East Midlands?Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:27:08 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/region_pilots_one-number_dial_schemeThe RCN East Midlands is piloting a new ‘first contact’ scheme from 3 February. From this date, all calls to the Nottingham office main numbers of 0845 456 7873 and 0115 850 7669 will automatically go through to advisers at RCN Direct, who will be the first point of contact for members’ queries.Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:15:17 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_welcomes_red_pegs_to_protect_patient_privacyLeicester’s hospitals have been praised by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) for introducing measures to preserve the privacy and dignity of patients.Fri, 28 Nov 2008 09:12:02 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/funded_learning_opportunities_on_offer_to_rcn_membersAre you a registered nurse working in the NHS in the East Midlands? Did you know that you can apply for a fully-funded place on an Open University course to support your professional development and help improve healthcare in the region?Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:33:41 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_welcomes_payroll_contract_changeThe Royal College of Nursing has welcomed a decision by a number of NHS trusts in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire to change their payroll provider in the New Year.Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:31:44 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/rcn_calls_for_dignity_to_be_at_the_heart_of_patient_care_in_the_east_midlandsA campaign is being launched today by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) to give NHS patients in the East Midlands a guaranteed right to dignified care.Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:26:44 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/derby_hospitals_downbanding_deal_improvedThe Royal College of Nursing and Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have reached an agreement which will further improve the pay protection package for nurses whose posts are due to be downgraded as part of a restructuring at the trust's two hospitals.Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:29:23 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/regional_board_broadens_its_membershipThe RCN's East Midlands Regional Board welcomed two newly-appointed members to its meeting at the regional office at the end of May.Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:40:39 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/newsevents/news/article/east_midlands/60_hands_to_celebrate_60_yearsThe Royal College of Nursing has made its mark in the history of Nottingham’s two main hospitals by taking part in a novel 60th anniversary celebration of the NHS.Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:25:16 +0100