Nursing Tip of the Day! – Critical Care Nursing

Category: Critical Care Nursing Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis should be obtained in all patients with suspected acute respiratory failure. The ABG helps determine the chronicity of the respiratory failure and more importantly, the extent and severity of the acute respiratory failure.
University launches courses to tackle nursing digital ‘skills gap’

A London university has launched a new digital apprenticeship in a bid to meet demand for technology skills in the nursing workforce. The post University launches courses to tackle nursing digital ‘skills gap’ appeared first on Nursing Times.
Engage, Educate, Empower: Tips for Building Better Online Courses

In recent years, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic, the landscape of education has undergone significant shifts, with online learning becoming a more prominent component of education. As virtual classrooms replace traditional in-person settings, educators are challenged to create meaningful, engaging, and effective learning experiences for their students. To connect students to their online learning space, […]
‘Axing dedicated EDI roles means slow progress is starting to unravel’
Helené Donnelly argues that, in spite of political rhetoric, the NHS should continue to hire dedicated EDI specialists to support and improve experiences for all. The post ‘Axing dedicated EDI roles means slow progress is starting to unravel’ appeared first on Nursing Times.
Challenges, opportunities and the role of CNIOs in shaping safer, smarter healthcare

In an era where healthcare is increasingly driven by digital innovation, the nursing profession stands at a critical juncture. Digital transformation presents tremendous potential to improve patient safety, streamline care delivery, and support workforce wellbeing – but only if implemented purposefully and collaboratively. At the… The post Challenges, opportunities and the role of CNIOs in […]
Social care becomes latest focus of UK Covid-19 Inquiry

Calls have been made to “future proof” the adult social care sector and give it parity of esteem with the NHS, as a major investigation into the UK’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic resumes. The post Social care becomes latest focus of UK Covid-19 Inquiry appeared first on Nursing Times.
Unions in Northern Ireland demand funding for nurse pay deal

Nursing unions in Northern Ireland have urged their government to show “clear and decisive leadership” by funding the pay deal for 2025-26, warning that their members will not tolerate “unacceptable” delays. The post Unions in Northern Ireland demand funding for nurse pay deal appeared first on Nursing Times.
Former senior leaders at Lucy Letby’s hospital trust arrested

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter, related to the murder of seven babies by Lucy Letby at a hospital trust in the North West of England. The post Former senior leaders at Lucy Letby’s hospital trust arrested appeared first on Nursing Times.
‘The future of learning disability nursing is one I’m excited to be part of’

Nursing Now Challenge committee member Sarudzai Makaza reflects on her career journey from healthcare support worker to registered learning disability nurse. The post ‘The future of learning disability nursing is one I’m excited to be part of’ appeared first on Nursing Times.
Chrissy Metz Stars as Nurse Nichole Jolly in New Film ‘Faith in the Flames’

Image source: Lifetime Nurses across the country will find inspiration in Lifetime’s upcoming film, Faith in the Flames: The Nichole Jolly Story, premiering July 19. The movie stars acclaimed actress Chrissy…