Our practical guide explains how and in what circumstances to use ‘red flags’ to raise nurse staffing gaps, whether you’re a ward manager or leader, or a staff nurse

Feeling safe to raise concerns in the knowledge that any issues will be listened to and acted on is essential to our well-being at work. Whether about patient safety or staffing levels, we must have the courage to raise and escalate our concerns using the tools and support available, such as a red flag system.