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Should scrubs be provided to health workers by the hospitals they work in?

Posted on May 14, 2011 by NU_admin

Scrubs. They’re a symbol of authority, of prestige and of trust. In fact, scrubs are such a ubiquitous part of medical culture that this little word that describes proper garb for the health profession has spawned its own verb, TV … Continue reading →

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Check out some of the great entries for the Nurses Rally Photo Contest!

Posted on February 21, 2011 by NU_Editor

We’ve had some great entries for our Nurses Rally Photo Contest! Check them out below.

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Nursing uniforms – for, against or sitting on the fence?

Posted on October 27, 2010 by McCall

While I understand the practicalities of wearing a uniform for clinical work – don’t need to decide what to wear, work clothes quarantined for just work, recognition of staff  – I can’t stand the underlying subtext of oppression still attached … Continue reading →

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Do you look after your feet?

Posted on August 25, 2010 by niknak30

Nursing is one of those professions that has you on your feet most of the time. Like waitresses, shop assistants, surgeons and pharmacists and people from many other professions, we often end the day with sore or tired feet. What … Continue reading →

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Speaking of the old days..

Posted on August 20, 2010 by NU_admin

This is a job description given to floor nurses by a hospital in 1887… In addition to caring for your 50 patients, each nurse will follow these regulations: 1. Daily sweep and mop the floors of your ward, dust the patient’s … Continue reading →

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