Setting standards for planning off duty and audit of practice

Article Abstract:

The off duty or rostering system is an important part of managing any ward or department and the issues that need to be considered when drawing up and managing off duty is presented. Standards for off-duty planning is recommended and the results of an audit carried out against these standards in one National Health Service trust are shared.

Practice, United Kingdom. National Health Service

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'The NMC code of professional conduct is not a stick with which to beat registrants'

Article Abstract:

The author discusses the project to be started by the NMC to ensure better and safe care and advice to the registrants. The organization helps the nurses and midwives to present their opinions and also guide them to be more successful in their careers.

Nursing and Midwifery Council

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Presenting the case for acute mental health wards

Article Abstract:

The author argues that acute mental health hospitals still provide valuable services, despite criticism from the public and the government. Topics include patient safety in psychiatric hospitals and standards for therapeutic work.

Government domestic functions, Psychiatric hospitals, Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals, Social policy, Psychiatric hospital care, Health policy

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