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Student nurses, we want to hear about the innovative work you're doing to improve practice and transform patient care. Share your project with us by entering the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019. Entries close on Friday, so nominate yourself now.

Finalists in the Commitment to Carers category of previous RCNi Awards have helped tackle crucial issues for unpaid carers. Shine the spotlight on your own work and nominate yourself or your team for a similar project at rcni.com/nurse-awards/enter-now.

Alice and Kathryn came to the RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair in Manchester today and left with a job offer each. If you’re looking for a new nursing role, come to one of our next events. Find out more and register at careersandjobsfair.com

When was the last time you finished your shift on time?
Learn how to say 'no' to excessive work: https://rcni.com/…/…/learn-to-say-no- to-excessive-work-75161

Time is running out to enter the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019. If you've developed an initiative to support carers, we want to hear from you! Enter the Commitment to Carers category, sponsored by NHS England and showcase your influential practice.

February is LGBT History Month. Why not check out some recent articles from Nursing Standard about nursing LGBT patients – and working alongside LGBT colleagues.

The RCNi Nursing Careers and Jobs Fair comes to Manchester on Thursday. Be sure to stop by to be in with the chance of finding a new nursing role. We'll also be offering valuable careers advice at our seminars. It's free to attend, so register now.

Thinking of entering the RCNi Nurse Awards? Jen Kenward from NHS England returns to judge the Commitment to Carers category this year. Listen to her top tips for taking part and find out more at rcni.com/nurse-awards/enter-now

Time is running out to enter the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019. If you're a clinical research nurse working on cancer trials, enter the Excellence in Cancer Research category, sponsored by Cancer Research UK and raise the profile of your work.

People with a learning disability are a high-risk group for deaths from respiratory problems. Inadequate inhaler techniques can lead to increased symptoms and reduced quality of life. Read our CPD article from Learning Disability Practice to find out how to monitor patients’ inhaler techniques effectively: rcni.com/inhaler-technique

Melanie Davies was named Nurse of the Year at the RCNi Nurse Awards 2017 for her instrumental role in transforming care for those with learning disabilities. This year she was awarded an MBE. Follow her advice, give your outstanding practice the showcase it deserves – enter the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019.

Out now, the February issue of Nursing Standard celebrates LGBT History Month and features a selection of articles about nursing LGBT patients and working alongside LGBT colleagues, including how health employers can influence change in the workplace.
Also covered are topics including communication, cardiorespiratory nursing, and skin care.
Read all the latest nursing news, comment and clinical content from Nursing Standard online first, and find out more by following RCNi.

Think you've missed your chance to enter the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019? Worry not – we've extended the deadline to give you more time to showcase your outstanding contributions to nursing. Don't miss out on the opportunity to raise the profile of your work. Entries close 15 February.

Out now, the February issue of Learning Disability Practice reveals the story of Lauretta and Jerry Ofulue who decided to become learning disability nurses after witnessing their son’s care.
Also in this issue is a peer-reviewed CPD article demonstrating appropriate inhaler and nebuliser technique for people with a learning disability.
Stay up to date with all the latest clinical content for nurses and health professionals caring for people with learning disabilities online by following Learning Disability Practice and RCNi.

Introducing the new interactive tool to support evidence-based care decisions made with your patients. We’re excited to announce that RCNi Decision Support, the UK’s only point-of-care tool designed specifically for nurses, is now available as a personal subscription. Find out more and subscribe at: https://decisionsupport.rcni.com/home

Out now, the February issue of Nursing Management reveals how NHS clinical staff, including procurement specialist nurses, perceive changes to clinical products and their procurement.
Also included is our analysis exploring how the NHS plans to shift resources from hospitals to communities, as outlined in the new Long Term Plan.
Stay up to date with all the latest trusted advice for senior managers, nurses in leadership roles and aspiring nurse leaders by following Nursing Management and RCNi.

Nurse Mark Field impressed the RCNi Nurse Awards judges so much last year that they asked for a Special Recognition Award to be granted in his honour. We want to hear more stories of inspirational nursing practice. Showcase your work and take part in the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019 at rcni.com/nurse-awards/enter-now

Angela Hall was named Nurse of the Year at the RCNi Nurse Awards 2018 for transforming the care of patients with heart rhythm disorders. Entries for this year's awards are still open. Put yourself forward and maybe you could be the Nurse of the Year for 2019! Take part at rcni.com/nurse-awards/enter-now