Are You OK? campaign

Browse this section for the latest information, opinion and resources relating to our Are You OK? campaign, and a range of clinical articles on supporting nurse wellbeing. Our campaign aims to ensure nursing staff receive wellbeing and mental health support during and beyond the coronavirus pandemic

Workplace conflict: why it happens and how to manage it

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This article explores why conflict may arise in the workplace and how to deal with it. It comes with a handout for a journal club discussion

Abstract In a large and complex organisation such as the NHS, workplace conflict is inevitable. It may arise from structural issues, incompatible personalities or…

De-escalating anger: a new model for practice

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The LOWLINE approach to de-escalating anger draws on established principles in communication and empathetic listening, and can help to resolve difficult situations

Abstract As newly qualified staff nurses settle into their roles, they will inevitably experience stress, which can be exacerbated if they do not feel well equipped to deal…

The right to be rude: managing of conflict

'As nurses, we all stand together. Or do we?'

While staff may have to deal with patients who are unhappy or frustrated with the service or care they receive, some simple strategies can help define conflict

Abstract NHS staff are expected to behave respectfully and courteously to patients, but the same standards of behaviour do not apply to patients.…