Super scheme or smoke screen?

Article Abstract:

Interested parties give their verdict on UK government proposals to create a consultant grade within the nursing profession. The government will probably announce final details concerning this grade early in 1999. Trade union Unison strongly supports the inauguration of the new grade whilst maintaining that more government action is necessary to tackle problems in the nursing profession. The Royal College of Nursing appreciates the recognition of the work of nurse practitioners. The British Medical Association believes the title could mislead the public.

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Relieving the pressure of childcare

Article Abstract:

The lack of proper childcare facilities and inflexible working conditions are the two main reasons for many of the nurses to quit NHS. More than a quarter of NHS staff have children under the age of 14 years and hence the NHS is trying to make improved childcare support its top priority.

United Kingdom, Personnel administration, Administration of Public Health Programs, Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners, Offices of health practitioners, not elsewhere classified, Nurses, Family Planning & Child Care, Human resource management, Child care, Company personnel management

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Because you're worth it

Article Abstract:

Many National Health Service trusts in the UK are so desperate to relieve their nurse recruitment shortages that they are offering substantial inducements, including cash, to nurses who stay longer than six months.

Recruiting, Public health

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