Mercy mission

Article Abstract:

Nurses who go to work in the disaster areas of the world do so for a range of reasons and under various conditions of service. Some nurses respond to a Christian commitment, others are looking for excitement or a challenge. Commitments vary from less than a month to two years. Projects include long-term care of unwanted babies, responses to a natural disaster, or services for the poor and displaced in a war-torn region. Individuals running small projects can cause problems for established agencies in conflict areas, and large agencies have had to withdraw from some regions.

Care and treatment, Officials and employees, International aspects, Community health services, War victims, Volunteers, Disaster victims, Charities, Medical, Medical charities, Volunteer workers in community health services

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Act on equality

Article Abstract:

Disabled employees or prospective job candidates must be given help and assistance to fully reach their potential in the workplace, according to guidelines set out in the UK Disability Discrimination Act 1995. Nurses with disabilities should be allowed to work in partnership with management to overcome employment difficulties, making necessary adjustments in the working environment and working practises if appropriate. Some difficulties have arisen with the implementation of the law concerning the definition of a disability.

Laws, regulations and rules, Employment discrimination

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Hidden face of harassment

Article Abstract:

In 1995, 61% of nurses who claim to have been bullied were harassed by their immediate superior, according to a Nursing Times survey. Bullying in the workplace is considered a form of harassment, which is actively opposed by UK trade unions. Employers should not ignore bullying and should remember that their workforce is their greatest assets. Two nurses, one of whom has brought a lawsuit, describe the misery of bullying at work.

Cases, Harassment (Law), Harassment

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