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Traction Principles and Application
The use of apparatus to apply traction to injured limbs has played an important role in the treatment of patients with fractures for centuries. This updated guidance provides information on applying traction and caring for patients safely whilst traction remains in place. It also reflects the variation in the application of traction across the UK.
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Holding my post
In this blog Katharine talks about serving as a lamp escort at Westminster Abbey for the Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service.
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When compassion feels uncomfortable
In this blog, Katharine reflects on autonomy, ethics and leadership in compassionate nursing.
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‘The RCN isn’t just a college for nurses – it’s a college for nursing’
Sharon Mitchel reflects on growing recognition, inclusion and professional respect for nursing support workers
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RCN warns of workforce shortages causing nightmares and panic attacks
We’re calling for urgent investment to grow the workforce as nursing staff's stress levels hit an eight-year high
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RCN report reveals scale of Wales nursing crisis and urgent steps to stabilise the workforce
Nursing in Numbers 2025 shows high vacancy levels, heavy reliance on agency staff and widespread unpaid extra hours.
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RCN demands urgent action by governments as future of nursing at risk
A petition signed by thousands has been delivered to the Treasury, urging action to fix the broken finance system for nursing students
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Speaking up for nursing education in Wales
RCN student ambassadors gathered at the Senedd to voice their concerns to politicians.
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Becoming a trusted voice
Rohit’s pioneering work with the Sikh community has been celebrated nationally
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RCN asks Senior Charge Nurses - do you have time to lead?
The views collected will explore how an element of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019 – aiming to ensure that clinical leaders in the NHS, including SCNs, have protected time to lead – is being implemented in practice.
