RNLD Study
Study context
The team are currently working on a project titled: Exploring Learning Disability Nurses’ Perspectives on NMC Registration: Implications for Students and Individuals Living with a Learning Disability.
Aims:
1- To investigate RNLDs (Learning Disability Nurses) perceptions of registration with the NMC.
2- To explore RNLDs perceptions about the impact of RNLDs on people living with a learning disability and the future of learning disability nursing.
3- To ascertain where RNLDs nurses are working and in what capacity/role.
4- To explore the impact of this work on their identity as a RNLD.
5- To investigate student RNLDs experiences of practice placements and perception of the role/future of the RNLD.
6- To understand the impact of the reduction of RNLDs on the future workforce.
7– To explore wider stakeholders’ perceptions of the value of RNLD nurses.
8- To understand the impact of RNLDs on the experiences of individuals living with a learning disability and their carers.
Research team
Mr Aaron Hume
We are currently recruiting participants for several data collection activities:
Surveys
- Are you a Learning Disability Nurse who is currently, or has previously been, registered with the NMC? Take part in our survey here
- Are you a Student Learning Disability Nurse? Take part in our survey here
Focus groups
- Have you previously been registered with the NMC as a Learning Disability Nurse? Has your registration lapsed in the past 3 years? Take part in an online focus group. Contact Dr Lorraine Henshaw for more information: L.Henshaw@salford.ac.uk
- Have you, or someone that you care for, been supported by a Learning Disability Nurse? Take part in an online or in person focus group/one-on-one interview. Contact Dan Redfearn: D.Redfearn2@salford.ac.uk and Aaron Hume: A.Hume2@salford.ac.uk for more information