The NHS says 'positive discussions' with the RCN mean nurses will cover some departments.
Union leaders have agreed nurses can be called in during Sunday's strike to provide a minimal level of staffing in intensive care and for trauma services.
Health Secretary Steve Barclay said the RCN's industrial action was "premature" and "disrespectful" to other unions taking part in the meeting. These will cover intensive care units, including for neonatal and paediatric care, as well as major trauma and resuscitation units."These mitigations do not represent a return to standard staffing," said Dame Ruth May, chief nursing officer for England. "The industrial action will still have a very significant impact on services during the strike period and patients can expect to see longer waits for care.
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