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Trusts ‘need central funding’ to kickstart apprenticeships Subscription
The nursing recruitment crisis could be resolved if healthcare providers were given funding to take on apprentices, a senior nurse has said.
Kent trust denies that it is going to withhold sick pay over flu jabSubscription
A hospital trust in North Kent has refuted widely reported claims that it had decided to change sick pay arrangements, including measures to encourage more of its staff to have the annual flu jab.
World leaders sign 'historic' agreement to boost profile of nursingSubscription
World health leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to raising the profile of nurses and midwives across the globe.
Exclusive: Prison nurse calls for more positive view of the sectorSubscription
Prison nurses are viewed as either “brave or stupid” by staff in other sectors, according to a senior nurse who has called for more work to bust myths and promote the many positive aspects of this challenging yet rewarding role.
RCN confirms council will stand down after no confidence voteSubscription
The council of the Royal College of Nursing will officially stand down at the end of this year following a vote of no confidence by members, it has been confirmed.
Exclusive: Nurse line managers ‘lack time to support staff’ Subscription
Most nurse line managers are struggling to find the time to provide meaningful support and advice to staff and are under increasing pressure as they try to juggle conflicting demands of their role, a survey by Nursing Times has revealed.
Petition for return of nursing bursaries gaining momentumSubscription
More than 10,000 people have signed a petition to reinstate bursaries for nursing students.
Exclusive: Nurse retention scheme to be extended to all trusts Subscription
A retention scheme launched to support NHS providers that are struggling with above average nurse turnover rates will be extended to all trusts across England, Nursing Times has been told.
News round-up: Catch-up on September's top nursing stories Subscription
Miss any of the news affecting the profession during September 2018? Catch up with our summary of the main nursing headlines.
Updated: RCN council must stand down after losing confidence voteSubscription
The council of the Royal College of Nursing has been forced to collectively stand down after losing a historic vote of no confidence.
