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A gentle revolution: Namaste Care
The word ‘namaste’ carries a beautiful meaning – ‘to honour the spirit within’. In care homes across the world, this profound concept has transformed into a revolutionary approach to caring for our older people.
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Nursing in remote and rural Scotland
As Scottish government continues with the development of a remote and rural delivery plan, Amanda Manson reflects on the challenges of building a specialist nursing service on the remote archipelago of Orkney.
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A winning care home: Reflecting on seeing our Scotland Nurse of the Year in action
This week, as part of Care Home Open Week, I had the privilege of visiting Rashielee Care Home in Erskine, Glasgow, where their success at the RCN Nurse of the Year Awards speaks volumes.
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Determination to speak out: My Journey as an ethnic minority union representative in NHS Scotland
On international day for the elimination of racial discrimination, one RCN Scotland Steward shares their personal experiences of speaking up for members within NHS Scotland.
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My first-time experience at RCN Congress
Penny McGonagle, member of the RCN Eastern board, relates her thoughts on being new to Congress and nursing.
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Latest news for Nursing Support Workers
Sandra-Jane, RCN Eastern's Nursing Support Workers Committee member, shares some important updates.
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Safe staffing is critical to patient outcomes
Alison Paterson, Eastern member of the Professional Nursing Committee, talks about the RCN’s crucial work on safe staffing.
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Why Sleep Matters: A Deep Dive into Sleep Hygiene for Elderly Care Homes
Sleep doesn't always get enough attention in elderly care settings. While care home nurses meticulously track medications, monitor vital signs, write care plans and risk assessments, sleep is often an afterthought.
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Help us be the voice of all RCN Eastern members
In this joint blog, Charlotte Collings, RCN Eastern Board Chair, and Emmanuel Edun, RCN Eastern Board Vice Chair, talk about their plans for the year.
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Embracing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in independent health and social care
Sarah Seeley, the Eastern region's Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care, outlines the need to foster equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the sector.
