Royal College of Nursing
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We are a trade union & professional body with over half a million nurse, midwife, HCA, AP & student members.
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For membership and workplace queries: https://www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Help
Page monitored Monday-Friday 8am-6pm
Our Management and Leadership Conference is back 🗓️
Join us in April to gain practical insights and strategies to lead nursing teams with confidence while fostering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
Explore the programme ⬇️
Join us in April to gain practical insights and strategies to lead nursing teams with confidence while fostering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
Explore the programme ⬇️
RCN Management and Leadership Forum Conference: Leading with scrutiny | Royal College of Nursing
Hosted by the RCN Management and Leadership Forum, this one-day conference will unite nurse leaders and managers to tackle today's key challenges in leadership
www.rcn.org.uk
January 10, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Our Management and Leadership Conference is back 🗓️
Join us in April to gain practical insights and strategies to lead nursing teams with confidence while fostering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
Explore the programme ⬇️
Join us in April to gain practical insights and strategies to lead nursing teams with confidence while fostering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
Explore the programme ⬇️
The bare minimum staff deserve is to be safe at work.
This investigation into sexual & physical assaults in NHS trusts in England shows a lack of standardised reporting of incidents.
There is little doubt that some employers are in breach of their legal duties by failing to report incidents. (1/2)
This investigation into sexual & physical assaults in NHS trusts in England shows a lack of standardised reporting of incidents.
There is little doubt that some employers are in breach of their legal duties by failing to report incidents. (1/2)
NHS staff face ‘national emergency’ as patient violence hits 285 incidents a day
NHS staff face ‘national emergency’ as patient violence hits 285 incidents a day
Nearly 300,000 violent and sexual assaults recorded by NHS trusts in England over three years, Guardian analysis shows
Nurses, doctors and paramedics are reporting tens of thousands of violent and sexual assaults by patients every year, amid warnings that the abuse of NHS staff has become a national crisis.
More than 295,000 incidents of physical violence and aggression by patients against staff were recorded by 212 NHS trusts in England between 2022 and 2025, freedom of information requests by the Guardian found. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2026 at 9:45 AM
The bare minimum staff deserve is to be safe at work.
This investigation into sexual & physical assaults in NHS trusts in England shows a lack of standardised reporting of incidents.
There is little doubt that some employers are in breach of their legal duties by failing to report incidents. (1/2)
This investigation into sexual & physical assaults in NHS trusts in England shows a lack of standardised reporting of incidents.
There is little doubt that some employers are in breach of their legal duties by failing to report incidents. (1/2)
How are you standing up for nursing this year? 📣
Join Chair of Council, @faerycaramel.bsky.social, and share your pledge for 2026.
Share this post to show your commitment, and find more pledges to share by reading Carmel’s update. ➡️ https://bit.ly/44I3Y7F
Join Chair of Council, @faerycaramel.bsky.social, and share your pledge for 2026.
Share this post to show your commitment, and find more pledges to share by reading Carmel’s update. ➡️ https://bit.ly/44I3Y7F
January 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM
How are you standing up for nursing this year? 📣
Join Chair of Council, @faerycaramel.bsky.social, and share your pledge for 2026.
Share this post to show your commitment, and find more pledges to share by reading Carmel’s update. ➡️ https://bit.ly/44I3Y7F
Join Chair of Council, @faerycaramel.bsky.social, and share your pledge for 2026.
Share this post to show your commitment, and find more pledges to share by reading Carmel’s update. ➡️ https://bit.ly/44I3Y7F
A new report by the government’s own patient safety investigator reveals that far from being confined to winter, corridor care in England is now entirely normalised all year round.
The government needs to stop dragging its feet and publish national data on the extent of this crisis to eradicate it.
The government needs to stop dragging its feet and publish national data on the extent of this crisis to eradicate it.
Corridor care is ‘policy failure with devastating human consequences’ | News | Royal College of Nursing
RCN demands urgent government action as investigator says corridor care is happening throughout the year
www.rcn.org.uk
January 8, 2026 at 10:11 AM
A new report by the government’s own patient safety investigator reveals that far from being confined to winter, corridor care in England is now entirely normalised all year round.
The government needs to stop dragging its feet and publish national data on the extent of this crisis to eradicate it.
The government needs to stop dragging its feet and publish national data on the extent of this crisis to eradicate it.
If you get a call this number: 01613 942124 - that’s us.
Our research team wants your views on how we communicate with you.
If you are able to, please share your thoughts with them. Your feedback matters.
Our research team wants your views on how we communicate with you.
If you are able to, please share your thoughts with them. Your feedback matters.
January 7, 2026 at 4:30 PM
If you get a call this number: 01613 942124 - that’s us.
Our research team wants your views on how we communicate with you.
If you are able to, please share your thoughts with them. Your feedback matters.
Our research team wants your views on how we communicate with you.
If you are able to, please share your thoughts with them. Your feedback matters.
Now open: call for abstracts for our International Nursing Research Conference 2026 📢
Have you undertaken #NursingResearch that drives innovation, strengthens collaboration and delivers meaningful impact? If so, we want to hear from you!
Submission deadline 9 March. Find out more ⬇️
Have you undertaken #NursingResearch that drives innovation, strengthens collaboration and delivers meaningful impact? If so, we want to hear from you!
Submission deadline 9 March. Find out more ⬇️
RCN International Nursing Research Conference 2026| Royal College of Nursing
Join us in September for the RCN International Nursing Research Conference 2026
www.rcn.org.uk
January 7, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Now open: call for abstracts for our International Nursing Research Conference 2026 📢
Have you undertaken #NursingResearch that drives innovation, strengthens collaboration and delivers meaningful impact? If so, we want to hear from you!
Submission deadline 9 March. Find out more ⬇️
Have you undertaken #NursingResearch that drives innovation, strengthens collaboration and delivers meaningful impact? If so, we want to hear from you!
Submission deadline 9 March. Find out more ⬇️
Make sure you stay safe as colder temperatures spread over the UK this week ⚠️
If you're finding it difficult - or dangerous - to get to work, your employer should have a clear policy in place to ensure your safety.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
If you're finding it difficult - or dangerous - to get to work, your employer should have a clear policy in place to ensure your safety.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
January 6, 2026 at 9:52 AM
Make sure you stay safe as colder temperatures spread over the UK this week ⚠️
If you're finding it difficult - or dangerous - to get to work, your employer should have a clear policy in place to ensure your safety.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
If you're finding it difficult - or dangerous - to get to work, your employer should have a clear policy in place to ensure your safety.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
🆕 | Following RCN campaigning, changes we’ve secured will remove a significant barrier to nursing progression.
A change to the NHS national terms & conditions handbook recognises the accountability & responsibility nurses take on early in their careers.
Read more about what this change means.
A change to the NHS national terms & conditions handbook recognises the accountability & responsibility nurses take on early in their careers.
Read more about what this change means.
Clearer pay band progression and nursing responsibility recognised in handbook update | News | Royal College of Nursing
Following RCN campaigning, a change to the NHS national terms and conditions handbook reflects the accountability nurses take on early in their careers
www.rcn.org.uk
January 5, 2026 at 11:30 AM
🆕 | Following RCN campaigning, changes we’ve secured will remove a significant barrier to nursing progression.
A change to the NHS national terms & conditions handbook recognises the accountability & responsibility nurses take on early in their careers.
Read more about what this change means.
A change to the NHS national terms & conditions handbook recognises the accountability & responsibility nurses take on early in their careers.
Read more about what this change means.
"Volunteering gave me an amazing opportunity to help understand myself as a person & a nurse." 💬
Read Greta’s reflections on her placement in Cambodia; from what she learned about different cultures and health systems to tips for volunteering abroad ⬇️
Read Greta’s reflections on her placement in Cambodia; from what she learned about different cultures and health systems to tips for volunteering abroad ⬇️
How volunteering can change your life and nursing career | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
From the UK to Cambodia: Greta shares what she learnt from volunteering as a registered nurse
www.rcn.org.uk
January 4, 2026 at 4:27 PM
"Volunteering gave me an amazing opportunity to help understand myself as a person & a nurse." 💬
Read Greta’s reflections on her placement in Cambodia; from what she learned about different cultures and health systems to tips for volunteering abroad ⬇️
Read Greta’s reflections on her placement in Cambodia; from what she learned about different cultures and health systems to tips for volunteering abroad ⬇️
You don’t need to be an RCN member or even work in nursing to support our campaigns.
If you want to take action on issues like fair pay for nursing, corridor care, or safe staffing, then sign-up to become a campaign supporter: https://bit.ly/49hjF8u
If you want to take action on issues like fair pay for nursing, corridor care, or safe staffing, then sign-up to become a campaign supporter: https://bit.ly/49hjF8u
January 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
You don’t need to be an RCN member or even work in nursing to support our campaigns.
If you want to take action on issues like fair pay for nursing, corridor care, or safe staffing, then sign-up to become a campaign supporter: https://bit.ly/49hjF8u
If you want to take action on issues like fair pay for nursing, corridor care, or safe staffing, then sign-up to become a campaign supporter: https://bit.ly/49hjF8u
Shift work is common in nursing, but working irregular hours can affect your body, mind, and relationships. If you work shifts - or lead colleagues who do - here are some strategies to protect your wellbeing and work-life balance ⬇️
Shift work and your wellbeing | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
How to stay well when you’re working shifts. From sleep hygiene and nutritious snacks to staying social, experts offer tips for nursing staff on irregular working patterns
www.rcn.org.uk
January 3, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Shift work is common in nursing, but working irregular hours can affect your body, mind, and relationships. If you work shifts - or lead colleagues who do - here are some strategies to protect your wellbeing and work-life balance ⬇️
In her first update of the new year, Professor Nicola Ranger outlines the key areas of focus for the RCN in 2026.
From continuing to sound the alarm on corridor care to campaigning for pay reform, we continue to fight for the future of the nursing profession.
Read Nicola's update in full:
From continuing to sound the alarm on corridor care to campaigning for pay reform, we continue to fight for the future of the nursing profession.
Read Nicola's update in full:
A year of making the voice of nursing heard | Blogs | Royal College of Nursing
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger looks forward to 2026 and outlines the key areas of focus for the RCN.
www.rcn.org.uk
January 2, 2026 at 3:30 PM
In her first update of the new year, Professor Nicola Ranger outlines the key areas of focus for the RCN in 2026.
From continuing to sound the alarm on corridor care to campaigning for pay reform, we continue to fight for the future of the nursing profession.
Read Nicola's update in full:
From continuing to sound the alarm on corridor care to campaigning for pay reform, we continue to fight for the future of the nursing profession.
Read Nicola's update in full:
Wishing all of our members a Happy New Year. 🎊
Thank you for everything that you do to care for patients and their loved ones - not just over the festive period, but 365 days a year.
Thank you for everything that you do to care for patients and their loved ones - not just over the festive period, but 365 days a year.
January 1, 2026 at 7:20 AM
Wishing all of our members a Happy New Year. 🎊
Thank you for everything that you do to care for patients and their loved ones - not just over the festive period, but 365 days a year.
Thank you for everything that you do to care for patients and their loved ones - not just over the festive period, but 365 days a year.
Meet Luna, the four year-old Springerpoo with a heart of gold 💫
Luna is more than just a support dog - she’s Caroline’s daily companion, mobility aid, and patient greeter at their GP surgery in Essex.
Read more ⬇️
Luna is more than just a support dog - she’s Caroline’s daily companion, mobility aid, and patient greeter at their GP surgery in Essex.
Read more ⬇️
Support dogs in nursing: my four-legged partner, helping me to nurse | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
Luna helps Caroline, who has mobility issues, to live independently and carry out her day-to-day work in general practice
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December 31, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Meet Luna, the four year-old Springerpoo with a heart of gold 💫
Luna is more than just a support dog - she’s Caroline’s daily companion, mobility aid, and patient greeter at their GP surgery in Essex.
Read more ⬇️
Luna is more than just a support dog - she’s Caroline’s daily companion, mobility aid, and patient greeter at their GP surgery in Essex.
Read more ⬇️
2026 new year's resolution: join the RCN and get involved with your union ✊
From fighting for fair pay and safe staffing, to sounding the alarm on corridor care, together we are the voice of nursing.
Be a part of it ⬇️
From fighting for fair pay and safe staffing, to sounding the alarm on corridor care, together we are the voice of nursing.
Be a part of it ⬇️
Ways you can get involved | Royal College of Nursing
You can make a difference to nursing by voting in RCN elections, attending Congress, becoming a union rep or getting involved in our campaigns.
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December 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
2026 new year's resolution: join the RCN and get involved with your union ✊
From fighting for fair pay and safe staffing, to sounding the alarm on corridor care, together we are the voice of nursing.
Be a part of it ⬇️
From fighting for fair pay and safe staffing, to sounding the alarm on corridor care, together we are the voice of nursing.
Be a part of it ⬇️
Do you have expertise you want to share with other RCN members?
RCN Congress is your chance.
Share your idea for an event at #RCN26: https://bit.ly/49h3Dvb
RCN Congress is your chance.
Share your idea for an event at #RCN26: https://bit.ly/49h3Dvb
December 30, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Do you have expertise you want to share with other RCN members?
RCN Congress is your chance.
Share your idea for an event at #RCN26: https://bit.ly/49h3Dvb
RCN Congress is your chance.
Share your idea for an event at #RCN26: https://bit.ly/49h3Dvb
Do you have an appraisal meeting coming up?
Take a few minutes to look through our simple checklists so you know what to expect. ☑️
Take a few minutes to look through our simple checklists so you know what to expect. ☑️
How to prepare for your nursing appraisal | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
An appraisal is a chance for you to discuss your achievements, challenges and ambitions
www.rcn.org.uk
December 30, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Do you have an appraisal meeting coming up?
Take a few minutes to look through our simple checklists so you know what to expect. ☑️
Take a few minutes to look through our simple checklists so you know what to expect. ☑️
Congratulations to RCN Fellow Michelle Cox, and @rcnfoundation.bsky.social Deepa Korea, who have been named today in His Majesty The King's New Year Honours for their contributions to the nursing profession.
Find out more ⬇️
Find out more ⬇️
RCN Fellow and RCN Foundation director recognised in New Year Honours list | News | Royal College of Nursing
Michelle Cox and Deepa Korea named on the list issued by His Majesty the King, for their contributions to the nursing profession
www.rcn.org.uk
December 30, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Congratulations to RCN Fellow Michelle Cox, and @rcnfoundation.bsky.social Deepa Korea, who have been named today in His Majesty The King's New Year Honours for their contributions to the nursing profession.
Find out more ⬇️
Find out more ⬇️
Make 2026 the year you shape the nursing profession.
Our forums and networks cover a wide range nursing specialisms, leading development of key work that influences nursing practice.
Find out more and get involved: https://bit.ly/4qinDU5
Our forums and networks cover a wide range nursing specialisms, leading development of key work that influences nursing practice.
Find out more and get involved: https://bit.ly/4qinDU5
December 29, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Make 2026 the year you shape the nursing profession.
Our forums and networks cover a wide range nursing specialisms, leading development of key work that influences nursing practice.
Find out more and get involved: https://bit.ly/4qinDU5
Our forums and networks cover a wide range nursing specialisms, leading development of key work that influences nursing practice.
Find out more and get involved: https://bit.ly/4qinDU5
How will you develop in your role in 2026? 📈
Access expert, quality assured evidence-based education for continuing professional development and learning, whenever and wherever suits you on RCN Learn.
Find out more ⬇️
Access expert, quality assured evidence-based education for continuing professional development and learning, whenever and wherever suits you on RCN Learn.
Find out more ⬇️
RCN Learn
Education and development for the nursing workforce
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December 29, 2025 at 9:18 AM
How will you develop in your role in 2026? 📈
Access expert, quality assured evidence-based education for continuing professional development and learning, whenever and wherever suits you on RCN Learn.
Find out more ⬇️
Access expert, quality assured evidence-based education for continuing professional development and learning, whenever and wherever suits you on RCN Learn.
Find out more ⬇️
Today, we’re looking back on International Nurses’ Day 2025, and honouring nursing staff for making life’s best moments possible and the hardest moments bearable.
Thank you, always, for the incredible difference you make every day. ❤️
Thank you, always, for the incredible difference you make every day. ❤️
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December 28, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Today, we’re looking back on International Nurses’ Day 2025, and honouring nursing staff for making life’s best moments possible and the hardest moments bearable.
Thank you, always, for the incredible difference you make every day. ❤️
Thank you, always, for the incredible difference you make every day. ❤️
Each year, our diverse events programme offers opportunities for you to develop your professional skills, get involved in your union and much more.
Explore our upcoming events and add the dates to your diary 🗓️ ⬇️
Explore our upcoming events and add the dates to your diary 🗓️ ⬇️
Events | Royal College of Nursing
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www.rcn.org.uk
December 28, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Each year, our diverse events programme offers opportunities for you to develop your professional skills, get involved in your union and much more.
Explore our upcoming events and add the dates to your diary 🗓️ ⬇️
Explore our upcoming events and add the dates to your diary 🗓️ ⬇️
In November we marked #NursingSupportWorkersDay 2025 and the integral role nursing support workers play in supporting registered nurses in every setting.
Thank you to all our nursing support worker members for everything you do. 💛
Thank you to all our nursing support worker members for everything you do. 💛
December 27, 2025 at 1:37 PM
In November we marked #NursingSupportWorkersDay 2025 and the integral role nursing support workers play in supporting registered nurses in every setting.
Thank you to all our nursing support worker members for everything you do. 💛
Thank you to all our nursing support worker members for everything you do. 💛
Shortly after the NHS was created in 1948, it led to a recruitment campaign to attract Irish students to train and work as nurses. By 1971, they made up around 12% of all nursing staff in the NHS.
Explore the stories of some of those nurses in our magazine feature ⬇️
Explore the stories of some of those nurses in our magazine feature ⬇️
The nurses who left Ireland to work for the NHS | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
A leap into the unknown led to lifelong careers in the NHS for thousands of Irish nurses
www.rcn.org.uk
December 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Shortly after the NHS was created in 1948, it led to a recruitment campaign to attract Irish students to train and work as nurses. By 1971, they made up around 12% of all nursing staff in the NHS.
Explore the stories of some of those nurses in our magazine feature ⬇️
Explore the stories of some of those nurses in our magazine feature ⬇️
New year, new opportunity? 📚
If you’re looking for inspiration, research resources, or a quiet space to reflect, @rcnlibraries.bsky.social are here for you.
Explore our collections, access expert support, and make the most of our digital resources - wherever you are. ⬇️
If you’re looking for inspiration, research resources, or a quiet space to reflect, @rcnlibraries.bsky.social are here for you.
Explore our collections, access expert support, and make the most of our digital resources - wherever you are. ⬇️
RCN Library | Royal College of Nursing
The largest specialist collection of nursing books and journals in Europe. Available in print or online. Explore today.
www.rcn.org.uk
December 26, 2025 at 5:09 PM
New year, new opportunity? 📚
If you’re looking for inspiration, research resources, or a quiet space to reflect, @rcnlibraries.bsky.social are here for you.
Explore our collections, access expert support, and make the most of our digital resources - wherever you are. ⬇️
If you’re looking for inspiration, research resources, or a quiet space to reflect, @rcnlibraries.bsky.social are here for you.
Explore our collections, access expert support, and make the most of our digital resources - wherever you are. ⬇️