Char Martin
@tacp-char.bsky.social
Trainee ACP in Frailty
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Char Martin
@tacp-char.bsky.social
· Jul 3
From an essay towards my MSc and now a published case study. I never dreamed of achieving this, thank you @theqicn.bsky.social for pairing me with Helen who supported, co-wrote and enabled this to happen.
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My ACP MSc dissertation is due March 2026, I have officially started the writing phase and feel that I just might do this!
snoopy is dancing on a green background with the words yipeeeeeee written below him
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November 22, 2025 at 10:54 PM
My ACP MSc dissertation is due March 2026, I have officially started the writing phase and feel that I just might do this!
Listening to the Advanced Practice Conference: Great quote “think about the chaos above and the anxiety below” #advancingpractice2025
November 10, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Listening to the Advanced Practice Conference: Great quote “think about the chaos above and the anxiety below” #advancingpractice2025
18 years ago I received my University Nursing badge and still wear it with pride
September 26, 2025 at 6:18 AM
18 years ago I received my University Nursing badge and still wear it with pride
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“I wouldn't trade community nursing for any other type of nursing” 💬
Ola shares what being a community nurse means to her.
Watch: https://bit.ly/4lttHpR
Join our District & Community Nursing Forum Facebook group ➡️ https://bit.ly/47yHubm
Follow the Forum on Bluesky ➡️ @rcndcnforum.bsky.social
Ola shares what being a community nurse means to her.
Watch: https://bit.ly/4lttHpR
Join our District & Community Nursing Forum Facebook group ➡️ https://bit.ly/47yHubm
Follow the Forum on Bluesky ➡️ @rcndcnforum.bsky.social
Forums in Focus: the RCN District and Community Nursing Forum
From providing high-quality care to being a constant presence for patients through highs and lows, community nurses make a real difference every day.
Ola shares what being a community nurse means to her.
Join our District and Community Nursing Forum F...
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August 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
“I wouldn't trade community nursing for any other type of nursing” 💬
Ola shares what being a community nurse means to her.
Watch: https://bit.ly/4lttHpR
Join our District & Community Nursing Forum Facebook group ➡️ https://bit.ly/47yHubm
Follow the Forum on Bluesky ➡️ @rcndcnforum.bsky.social
Ola shares what being a community nurse means to her.
Watch: https://bit.ly/4lttHpR
Join our District & Community Nursing Forum Facebook group ➡️ https://bit.ly/47yHubm
Follow the Forum on Bluesky ➡️ @rcndcnforum.bsky.social
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We are delighted to announce that following our 2025 application process, today we welcome 510 new Queen's Nurses! 😀
We now have over 3,300 Queen’s Nurses across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and Isle of Man committed to the highest standard of patient care.
We now have over 3,300 Queen’s Nurses across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and Isle of Man committed to the highest standard of patient care.
August 8, 2025 at 11:49 AM
We are delighted to announce that following our 2025 application process, today we welcome 510 new Queen's Nurses! 😀
We now have over 3,300 Queen’s Nurses across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and Isle of Man committed to the highest standard of patient care.
We now have over 3,300 Queen’s Nurses across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and Isle of Man committed to the highest standard of patient care.
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📖 The July issue of the British Journal of Community Nursing features diverse collection of research, case studies, and core areas of community and district nursing practice.
Access full issue here: magonlinelibrary.com/toc/bjcn/cur...
#CommunityNursing #DistrictNursing #BJCN
Access full issue here: magonlinelibrary.com/toc/bjcn/cur...
#CommunityNursing #DistrictNursing #BJCN
July 16, 2025 at 2:18 PM
📖 The July issue of the British Journal of Community Nursing features diverse collection of research, case studies, and core areas of community and district nursing practice.
Access full issue here: magonlinelibrary.com/toc/bjcn/cur...
#CommunityNursing #DistrictNursing #BJCN
Access full issue here: magonlinelibrary.com/toc/bjcn/cur...
#CommunityNursing #DistrictNursing #BJCN
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🧪 A case study detailing the use of the CURB-65 decision support tool in the community, with insights into practical implementation.
July 16, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🧪 A case study detailing the use of the CURB-65 decision support tool in the community, with insights into practical implementation.
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The NHS 10 Year Health Plan will ensure more care will be available on your doorstep and from the comfort of your own home. Read more about the shift from hospital to community. www.gov.uk/government/p... 10year-health-plan-for-england-fit-for-the-future @nhsconfed.org @nhsengland.bsky.social
July 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM
The NHS 10 Year Health Plan will ensure more care will be available on your doorstep and from the comfort of your own home. Read more about the shift from hospital to community. www.gov.uk/government/p... 10year-health-plan-for-england-fit-for-the-future @nhsconfed.org @nhsengland.bsky.social
From an essay towards my MSc and now a published case study. I never dreamed of achieving this, thank you @theqicn.bsky.social for pairing me with Helen who supported, co-wrote and enabled this to happen.
www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
July 3, 2025 at 6:40 AM
From an essay towards my MSc and now a published case study. I never dreamed of achieving this, thank you @theqicn.bsky.social for pairing me with Helen who supported, co-wrote and enabled this to happen.
www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
What a wonderful day shadowing the post take and SDEC team. Bumping into previous colleagues and building new networks, whilst also reminiscing about my time when I worked in the department 13 years ago
June 25, 2025 at 6:27 PM
What a wonderful day shadowing the post take and SDEC team. Bumping into previous colleagues and building new networks, whilst also reminiscing about my time when I worked in the department 13 years ago
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📅 Join our next online Research Advice Drop-in Session this Friday 20th June, 1.10-1.50pm.
Donna Clements will be ready to answer your questions in a supportive place and for advice and guidance. Please come along for a chat!
Book your place👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/research-a...
Donna Clements will be ready to answer your questions in a supportive place and for advice and guidance. Please come along for a chat!
Book your place👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/research-a...
Research Advice Drop-In sessions
Join a research surgery drop-in session with Donna Clements to ask questions in a supportive place and for advice and guidance.
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June 16, 2025 at 3:09 PM
📅 Join our next online Research Advice Drop-in Session this Friday 20th June, 1.10-1.50pm.
Donna Clements will be ready to answer your questions in a supportive place and for advice and guidance. Please come along for a chat!
Book your place👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/research-a...
Donna Clements will be ready to answer your questions in a supportive place and for advice and guidance. Please come along for a chat!
Book your place👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/research-a...
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What can be done differently to make the shift towards primary and community care a reality?
Our call to action is:
1️⃣ Prioritise, be consistent & clear.
2️⃣ Enable & support local innovation.
3️⃣ Focus on changing national financing, rules & culture.
Read now. www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...
Our call to action is:
1️⃣ Prioritise, be consistent & clear.
2️⃣ Enable & support local innovation.
3️⃣ Focus on changing national financing, rules & culture.
Read now. www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...
March 31, 2025 at 1:34 PM
What can be done differently to make the shift towards primary and community care a reality?
Our call to action is:
1️⃣ Prioritise, be consistent & clear.
2️⃣ Enable & support local innovation.
3️⃣ Focus on changing national financing, rules & culture.
Read now. www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...
Our call to action is:
1️⃣ Prioritise, be consistent & clear.
2️⃣ Enable & support local innovation.
3️⃣ Focus on changing national financing, rules & culture.
Read now. www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...
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⏰ Applications for our Ambition to Lead leadership programme are open until Monday 7th April!
Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity 👇
Apply here - qicn.org.uk/explore-qicn...
Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity 👇
Apply here - qicn.org.uk/explore-qicn...
Ambition to Lead Programme - The Queen's Institute of Community Nursing
The programme is for experienced nurses and AHPs working in community settings in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
qicn.org.uk
March 25, 2025 at 12:40 PM
⏰ Applications for our Ambition to Lead leadership programme are open until Monday 7th April!
Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity 👇
Apply here - qicn.org.uk/explore-qicn...
Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity 👇
Apply here - qicn.org.uk/explore-qicn...
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Are you looking for funding to support your career and professional development? RCN Foundation education grants are now open!
Grants of up to £1,600 are available and you don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply.
Applications close at 5pm on 12 May. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3LOBroe
Grants of up to £1,600 are available and you don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply.
Applications close at 5pm on 12 May. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3LOBroe
March 31, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Are you looking for funding to support your career and professional development? RCN Foundation education grants are now open!
Grants of up to £1,600 are available and you don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply.
Applications close at 5pm on 12 May. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3LOBroe
Grants of up to £1,600 are available and you don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply.
Applications close at 5pm on 12 May. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3LOBroe
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We've launched a new handbook on the vital role of Community Nurse Consultants (#CNCs) in shaping healthcare, authored by Dr. Barbara Stilwell, QICN Fellow, with input from CNCs.
Read more here: qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Read more here: qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
The QICN Launches Handbook on Community Nurse Consultants - The Queen's Institute of Community Nursing
The QICN has launched a new Handbook highlighting the vital role of Community Nurse Consultants (CNCs) in shaping the future of healthcare.
qicn.org.uk
March 13, 2025 at 1:51 PM
We've launched a new handbook on the vital role of Community Nurse Consultants (#CNCs) in shaping healthcare, authored by Dr. Barbara Stilwell, QICN Fellow, with input from CNCs.
Read more here: qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Read more here: qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust Advancing Practice Conference today was informative and great to reflect on where my career has been and my hopes for the future
March 6, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust Advancing Practice Conference today was informative and great to reflect on where my career has been and my hopes for the future
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Our #FNFAlumni Champions invite you to an event on 28 March in aid of FNF - celebrating Florence Nightingale!
~ 2-5pm
~ Embley, on to Romsey Abbey & Florence’s resting place
~ Afternoon tea + hear special guests Greta Westwood & Dame Yvonne Moores
Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/5n7kf38t
~ 2-5pm
~ Embley, on to Romsey Abbey & Florence’s resting place
~ Afternoon tea + hear special guests Greta Westwood & Dame Yvonne Moores
Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/5n7kf38t
February 27, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Our #FNFAlumni Champions invite you to an event on 28 March in aid of FNF - celebrating Florence Nightingale!
~ 2-5pm
~ Embley, on to Romsey Abbey & Florence’s resting place
~ Afternoon tea + hear special guests Greta Westwood & Dame Yvonne Moores
Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/5n7kf38t
~ 2-5pm
~ Embley, on to Romsey Abbey & Florence’s resting place
~ Afternoon tea + hear special guests Greta Westwood & Dame Yvonne Moores
Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/5n7kf38t
It’s been a good week, the article I submitted has now been peer reviewed and I have some valuable feedback for minor changes.
And now I have submitted my dissertation proposal 🤞
And now I have submitted my dissertation proposal 🤞
February 25, 2025 at 10:18 PM
It’s been a good week, the article I submitted has now been peer reviewed and I have some valuable feedback for minor changes.
And now I have submitted my dissertation proposal 🤞
And now I have submitted my dissertation proposal 🤞
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Join our #nursing #research drop-in session Friday 28 Feb for advice with Donna Clements, Clinical Research Nurse and Senior Research Leader at @NCHCresearch - whether you're just starting or already on your research journey!
Book here👉: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Book here👉: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
February 13, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Join our #nursing #research drop-in session Friday 28 Feb for advice with Donna Clements, Clinical Research Nurse and Senior Research Leader at @NCHCresearch - whether you're just starting or already on your research journey!
Book here👉: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Book here👉: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Are you curious about #research but don't know where to start? Join us at our next free #CommunityNursing research advice drop-in session with Donna Clements, Clinical Research Nurse & Senior Research Leader, NCHC Research on Thurs 23 Jan.
Book here: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Book here: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
January 6, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Are you curious about #research but don't know where to start? Join us at our next free #CommunityNursing research advice drop-in session with Donna Clements, Clinical Research Nurse & Senior Research Leader, NCHC Research on Thurs 23 Jan.
Book here: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Book here: qni.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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🌟 Join the Conversation: #NurseSky Chat on #PsychologicalSafety 🌟
What does it take to create a culture where everyone feels safe to speak up, take risks, and collaborate without fear?
Let’s talk about it!
🗓️ 26th Jan
⏰ 7:30PM GMT
🔖 Hashtags: #NurseSky #PsychSafety
Hope to see you there! 🗨️
What does it take to create a culture where everyone feels safe to speak up, take risks, and collaborate without fear?
Let’s talk about it!
🗓️ 26th Jan
⏰ 7:30PM GMT
🔖 Hashtags: #NurseSky #PsychSafety
Hope to see you there! 🗨️
January 6, 2025 at 7:06 PM
🌟 Join the Conversation: #NurseSky Chat on #PsychologicalSafety 🌟
What does it take to create a culture where everyone feels safe to speak up, take risks, and collaborate without fear?
Let’s talk about it!
🗓️ 26th Jan
⏰ 7:30PM GMT
🔖 Hashtags: #NurseSky #PsychSafety
Hope to see you there! 🗨️
What does it take to create a culture where everyone feels safe to speak up, take risks, and collaborate without fear?
Let’s talk about it!
🗓️ 26th Jan
⏰ 7:30PM GMT
🔖 Hashtags: #NurseSky #PsychSafety
Hope to see you there! 🗨️
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FREE EVENT - Hospital to home: can other countries show us the way? 📅
On 15th January in Westminster we'll explore lessons from around the world and what it will really take for this government to move more care into the community.
Register here: https://buff.ly/4fY1KEV
On 15th January in Westminster we'll explore lessons from around the world and what it will really take for this government to move more care into the community.
Register here: https://buff.ly/4fY1KEV
December 6, 2024 at 9:27 AM
FREE EVENT - Hospital to home: can other countries show us the way? 📅
On 15th January in Westminster we'll explore lessons from around the world and what it will really take for this government to move more care into the community.
Register here: https://buff.ly/4fY1KEV
On 15th January in Westminster we'll explore lessons from around the world and what it will really take for this government to move more care into the community.
Register here: https://buff.ly/4fY1KEV
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BGS issues stark warning to the new government ahead of winter: look after yourselves my #gerisky colleagues, it's going to be a tough ride ahead. @gerisoc.bsky.social 12 suggested actions www.bgs.org.uk/12winteracti...
12 actions to help manage winter pressures | British Geriatrics Society
As winter approaches, BGS members across the country will be considering the impact that the change in seasons will have on their patients and services. These 12 actions are intended as a guide to the...
www.bgs.org.uk
December 6, 2024 at 2:54 PM
BGS issues stark warning to the new government ahead of winter: look after yourselves my #gerisky colleagues, it's going to be a tough ride ahead. @gerisoc.bsky.social 12 suggested actions www.bgs.org.uk/12winteracti...
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Calling all #NurseResearchers! We currently have 977 members of our #CommunityNursing #Research forum. Please help us reach 1000 and ensure funding for next year!
Join the network here👉: qni.org.uk/nursing-in-t...
@Ben_Bowers__
Join the network here👉: qni.org.uk/nursing-in-t...
@Ben_Bowers__
December 2, 2024 at 11:47 AM
Calling all #NurseResearchers! We currently have 977 members of our #CommunityNursing #Research forum. Please help us reach 1000 and ensure funding for next year!
Join the network here👉: qni.org.uk/nursing-in-t...
@Ben_Bowers__
Join the network here👉: qni.org.uk/nursing-in-t...
@Ben_Bowers__