Safety
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CQC failings prompt new patient safety review
A scathing review into England’s health and social care regulator has been published, prompting the government to order a larger-scale…
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Discrimination of agency and bank nurses ‘affecting safety’
Agency and bank nurses in England have been subject to racism and discrimination due to their status as temporary workers,…
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Concern over downward trend in speaking up about clinical safety
A drop in confidence in NHS staff feeling able to speak up about clinical safety issues has been described as…
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Nursing Times Awards highlights: Patient Safety Improvement
Spotlight on excellence: We wanted to tell you more about how patient safety improvement initiatives are being recognised at the…
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‘Maternity safety’ investment to boost recruitment and training
Midwifery leaders have welcomed plans by the government and NHS to invest millions in maternity safety including through increased recruitment…
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How Color-Coded Medication Bins Improved Patient Safety and Efficiency
In the bustling world of healthcare, nurses stand at the frontline, not just as caregivers but as vigilant protectors of…
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Diabetes nursing group creates leaflet on safety in Ramadan
A new leaflet has been published by a team of specialist nurses to help ensure the safety of Muslim people…
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A Patient Safety Story for Nurses
Weekend shifts in hospitals are often different from weekdays. With typically fewer staff and resources available, nurses working on weekends…
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Nurse Violently Assaulted By Inmate, OSHA Cites Facility For Safety Failure
The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) completed an investigation into the violent attack of a…
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How Do Nurses Ensure Patient Safety and Quality of Care?
In Australia, there are more than 303,000 registered nurses. Nurses are essential health professionals who are there to care for…
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