Crystal Oldman

1 month ago | nursingtimes.net | Crystal Oldman |Steve Ford

The health technology landscape is changing rapidly, and how we lead in this space is evolving right along with it. A big part of this shift is the increasing use of digital tools. Think about how we communicate within healthcare teams – email and messaging platforms are now staples, and while they offer undeniable convenience, they can sometimes overshadow the importance of face-to-face interaction.

Oct 2, 2023 | journals.rcni.com | Crystal Oldman

Editorial Next Crystal Oldman Chief executive, Queen’s Nursing Institute The Queen’s Nursing Institute (QNI) was cautiously optimistic that the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) would help develop the nursing workforce in primary care, but is disappointed that general practice nurses (GPNs) are not included. As the nursing role is not ‘new’ and GPNs are not considered ‘additional’, the role does not fit the criteria of the scheme. Primary Health Care. 33, 5, 5-5. doi:...

Sep 18, 2023 | rcni.com | Crystal Oldman

Including general practice nurses on the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme would help prevent them from feeling devalued and deskilledThe Queen’s Nursing Institute (QNI) was cautiously optimistic that the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) would help build and develop the nursing workforce in primary care, but is disappointed that general practice nurses (GPNs) are not included.

Apr 22, 2023 | independentnurse.co.uk | Crystal Oldman

The highlight of last month's annual QNI meeting the final session by QNI Chair, Professor John Unsworth interviewing Heather James, mother of Dame Deborah James, known as BowelBabe, the extraordinary campaign to raise awareness of bowel cancer On 27 March the QNI held its largest ever annual Queen’s Nurse meeting.

Jan 31, 2023 | journals.rcni.com | Crystal Oldman

Crystal Oldman @CrystalOldman Chief executive The Queen’s Nursing Institute (QNI) mantra is: ‘Be at the table – or you (as nurses) will be on the menu’.