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Supporting mental health recovery in Belfast
Robin Kelly tells us about his dedicated and person-centred work with adults experiencing mental health problems
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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Forever changed
Twelve months after critical care nurse Dawn’s emotional plea to panic buyers went viral, she talks about the toll the pandemic has taken on her and how it’s shifted perceptions of the profession
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
'Devastating' winter pressures show no sign of declining, says Royal College of Nursing
RCN Executive Director for England Patricia Marquis, said: “Even as temperatures rise, the devastating pressures on nursing staff show little sign of declining. Viruses are ripping through already packed hospitals, leaving overstretched staff without enough beds to place patients."
Updated: 28 July 2025 -
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‘Now’s the time to make a difference’
After witnessing the pressures her colleagues were facing during the pandemic, Jennifer Fox was determined to give them support and signed up to become an RCN steward
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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Healing with horses
When the impact of COVID pushed ICU sister Amanda too far, she discovered a new way of dealing with trauma through equine-assisted therapy
Updated: 25 July 2022 -
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Words of comfort: nurse's poetry book helps children visiting hospital
Visiting a loved one in ITU can be stressful and scary – especially for children. Critical care nurse Phoebe Coghlan's book aims to make the experience less daunting
Updated: 21 May 2023 -
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Terrified of being newly qualified?
We ask four newly qualified nurses (NQNs) from across the different disciplines to give tips and advice on transitioning from student to NQN
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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Talking about trauma
RCN learning rep Fraser Smith is helping members working in care homes manage experiences of trauma throughout the pandemic
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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‘A lifeline for staff’
In response to the pandemic, Vicky helped set up a telephone discharge service to improve patient care. It turned out to be a vital support for staff who are shielding too
Updated: 26 August 2021 -
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Beating burnout
Three RCN members share their research, advice and innovations on how to overcome work-related stress and fatigue
Updated: 23 January 2026
