‘Working as a healthcare assistant solidified my desire to work as a nurse’
Student editor Esme Ray reflects upon her decision to apply for a registered nurse degree apprenticeship course. The post ‘Working as a healthcare assistant solidified my desire to work as a nurse’ appeared first on Nursing Times.
Nursing Tip of the Day! – Critical Care Nursing
Category: Critical Care Nursing Creatine kinase (CK) and its isoenzyme MB (CK-MB) were the initial biomarkers of choice for myocardial injury and infarction in the 1970s, but were later superseded by troponin T and I, because of their increased sensitivity and specificity.
‘Why the killing of ‘one of our own’ is important for all nurses’
Chris Hart reflects on the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti, and its political implications for nursing in the UK. The post ‘Why the killing of ‘one of our own’ is important for all nurses’ appeared first on Nursing Times.
New wireless pacemaker given green light for NHS by NICE
Patients with an irregular heart rhythm can now be managed by a miniature wireless device implanted directly into the wall of their heart, according to guidance for the NHS in England and Wales. The post New wireless pacemaker given green light for NHS by NICE appeared first on Nursing Times.
Mother-Daughter RN Duo Inspire Future Nurses at HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin
For Michelle Shebloski, 50, and her daughter Danielle “Dani” Pirkle, 28, nursing isn’t just a career—it’s a calling shared across generations. [email-capture] The two Northwest Florida State College graduates have…
From the ER to Congress: Why This Nurse Is Running for Office | Opinion
Podcast Episode >>Listen to “From the ER to Congress: Why This Nurse Is Running for Office (With Nancy Mannion)” [audioplayer_lnlnursecongress] Disclaimer: This is an opinion piece. The views shared here…
Two Nurses Created a Hands-Free Solution for Open-Heart Surgery Recovery
When Dale Rollag returned home after open-heart surgery, he encountered a common challenge faced by many cardiac patients: protecting a healing sternum while performing everyday activities. Like most patients recovering…
Chicago Cubs Healthcare Appreciation: Get Discount Tickets & Nominate Nurses To Be Honored
>>Purchase tickets here, starting at $43.55! Event Details Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Time: 6:40 PM CDT Game: Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds Location: Wrigley Field (1060 W Addison St.)…
Patients with both diabetes and mental health problems lacking support
A lack of co-ordination between specialist services is causing “life-changing harm” to people with diabetes and mental health problems, according to a new report. The post Patients with both diabetes and mental health problems lacking support appeared first on Nursing Times.
Pay levels in social care sector failing to reward staff experience
The gap in pay between brand new social care staff and those who have racked up five years or more of experience is tiny and getting worse, a report has revealed. The post Pay levels in social care sector failing to reward staff experience appeared first on Nursing Times.