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Overview of public health
This resource maps the NMC's standards of proficiency for registered nurses to the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (PHSKF) functions, alongside learning opportunities for student nurses to support them gain experience in public health.
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Ophthalmic conditions and treatment pathways
Watch a series of short videos, developed by the RCN Ophthalmic Nursing Forum (ONF), which discuss a range of ophthalmic conditions, including adnexal, glaucoma, vitreo-retinal and ophthalmic emergencies.
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Good record keeping
As an occupational health nurse, you will have the same general duties of confidentiality as other nurses. Read our guidance on good record keeping, consent and appropriate disclosure in occupational health nursing.
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Indemnity for occupational health nurses
Learn more about the RCN’s indemnity scheme, including the criteria for self employed members and the range of factors which are considered.
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Health protection
Health protection is one of the responsibilities of Public Health England. Here you can find out more about what health protection is and what health protection teams do to prevent and reduce the impact of infectious diseases, hazards and major emergencies.
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Obesity
Here you can learn more about the role nurses and midwifery staff play in identifying those at risk from weight gain and obesity and how to support people – and yourself – to achieve a healthy weight and lifestyle.
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Genomics
Explore how the information from genomics – the study of the body’s genes – can help to diagnose a condition, determine the chance of developing a condition in later life, or inform the correct type of treatment.
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Occupational Health
Study more about the role of an occupational health nurse, whether you are an independent practitioner or employed as part of an occupational health service team and in charge of safeguarding public health in the workplace.
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Malaria prevention guidance for travellers
Malaria remains an important issue for UK travellers who are at risk when visiting malaria endemic areas. Read more about how to support travellers at increased risk of severe disease, including pregnant women or young children.
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Travel health and indemnity cover
‘Indemnity’ is the term used to describe the financial backing available to cover the costs of a clinical negligence claim against you. Read more about the RCN’s indemnity scheme and what cover you may be entitled to.
