Nursing staff: join this helpful RCN Learn webinar and learn how you can boost your CPD and simplify your revalidation. 📅 9 Oct 🕕 18:00 💻 Online Book your place: https://bit.ly/46mHxF4

Nursing Support Workers’ Day is back! 💛 On 23 November, we shine a light on nursing support workers – an integral part of the nursing workforce. Join us to celebrate the essential, but often unseen, care they provide. Start making your plans for November. #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4gzjJSZ

"Absolutely shocking that this would even be considered." 💬 RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Prof Nicola Ranger spoke to ITV news this evening about Reform UK's plans to scrap indefinite leave to remain for migrants.

Resources for internationally educated nursing staff are available on our website:

The increasingly hostile rhetoric shown towards migrants is deeply concerning. We urge all UK political parties to end this race to the bottom and instead celebrate the contribution of those from overseas. Without brilliant migrant nursing staff, our health & care services would cease to function.

By 1971, more than 30,000 Irish-born nurses were employed by the NHS. Shortly after the NHS was created in 1948, it led an active recruitment campaign to attract Irish students to train and work as nurses. Explore the stories of some of the nurses who made the move in our latest magazines piece ⬇️

Today marks the World Health Organisation's World Patient Safety Day. Safe nurse staffing levels are key to ensuring all patients, from babies through to older adults, receive the care they deserve. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4poQbvx

We have repeatedly called for children to be brought to safety. This must be just the beginning, with no more delays to evacuations. The targeting of health care facilities and workers means nearly all hospitals in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged. This must stop. Our response ➡️ bit.ly/4ntg2ka

We want to support our members to engage with nursing research from the moment they begin their studies, right through their careers. With the RCN Research Strategy that will become a reality - learn how: https://bit.ly/3I3Ken0

There's still time to join our free webinar with our Early Career Nurses Network on 23 September to learn more about the requirements of revalidation, what you can do to prepare and how we can support you through the process. Book your space ➡️ https://bit.ly/417Lr2Z

Could you join students from across the UK giving a voice to RCN student members? Nominate yourself for a position on the RCN UK Students Committee and help create change for nursing students: https://bit.ly/4lZZ3ow

Today, with Médecins Sans Frontières and other organisations, we have signed a joint letter to the Westminster government urging them to act and evacuate sick children from Gaza. There can be no more delays and evacuations must be based on clinical urgency.

Your employer has a legal duty to protect staff and take steps to prevent abuse and assaults on employees. Aggression towards nursing staff should never be tolerated, but as reports of violence against nursing staff increase, make sure you know your rights and how your employer should support you ⬇️

The RCN Awards are back, and we’re encouraging all of our members to celebrate their colleagues. Want to make sure your nominee stands out from the crowd? Learn more from Claire about the process of writing a nomination ⬇️ https://bit.ly/47oP6xb

The full potential of nursing research remains untapped. Launched yesterday at the #RCNResearch2025, the RCN Research Strategy seeks to change that. In this blog Prof. Jane Ball, Director of the RCN Institute of Nursing Excellence, explains how: https://bit.ly/487kyQI

It’s important to acknowledge that nursing staff are a high risk group. If you're experiencing thoughts of suicide, it's important you tell someone. Call @samaritans.bsky.social on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org.

Content warning: Suicide. Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. The nursing community is integral to caring those in a mental health crisis, especially those at risk of, or experiencing, suicidal thoughts. Our resources can support you and those you care for ➡️ bit.ly/428k4q3

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Today is the final day to nominate yourself to join the RCN Professional Nursing Committee (PNC). Find out more about the opportunities, as well as roles available on the Trade Union Committee (TUC), how they influence the RCN's work and nominate yourself this week. ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3UYo6x7

Join our Early Career Nurses Network for a free webinar on 23 September to learn more about preparing for your first revalidation, with tips from a recent revalidator. Book your space ➡️ https://bit.ly/417Lr2Z

❤️MEMBERS❤️ Our next hybrid Branch meeting is coming up : Monday Sept 1st @ 6pm Check your emails for details from RCN Scotland

❤️MEMBERS❤️ Our next hybrid Branch meeting is coming up : Monday Sept 1st @ 6pm Check your emails for details from RCN Scotland

Join us on 17 September 6-7pm for our live event: Grow your CPD with RCN membership for the nursing support worker workforce. Hear from NSW members and the RCN about ways to make the most of professional development resources and opportunities through RCN membership. Book now! https://bit.ly/3VniTyT

❤️MEMBERS❤️ Our next hybrid Branch meeting is coming up : Monday Sept 1st @ 6pm Check your emails for details from RCN Scotland

"Being on the committee has been one of the most transformative experiences of my professional life." 💬 Rhian Wheater, RCN Trade Union Committee member explains that to put yourself forward for election you just need to be willing to listen, learn, and lead with integrity. Read more ⬇️

Are you passionate about global nursing issues and the impact the RCN can have on the international stage? With applications open for 8 seats on the RCN International Committee, this could be your chance to make a real difference. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ViIau0

❤️MEMBERS❤️ Our next hybrid Branch meeting is coming up : Monday Sept 1st @ 6pm Check your emails for details from RCN Scotland

B5 MEMBERS ‼️ Don’t let anyone else tell you what you’re worth ‼️ Find out for yourself about the band 5 roles review and get paid for the work you really do 👇👇👇 bit.ly/3Vyjz4j

ICYMI: in her latest blog, our General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger writes about: ✅ Why governments must value community nursing ✅ Why Nursing needs wider pay reform that recognises our value ✅ Action to stop violence against nursing staff And more: https://bit.ly/3JyhrqR

❤️MEMBERS❤️ Our next hybrid Branch meeting is coming up : Monday Sept 1st @ 6pm Check your emails for details from RCN Scotland

❤️MEMBERS❤️ Our next hybrid Branch meeting is coming up : Monday Sept 1st @ 6pm Check your emails for details from RCN Scotland

B5 MEMBERS ‼️ Don’t let anyone else tell you what you’re worth ‼️ Find out for yourself about the band 5 roles review and get paid for the work you really do 👇👇👇 bit.ly/3Vyjz4j

If you are an RCN member and need to contact the advice team, call 📞 0345 772 6100 8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays 9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️ rcn.org.uk/membership

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If you are an RCN member and need to contact the advice team, call 📞 0345 772 6100 8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays 9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️ rcn.org.uk/membership

We all have a role to play in creating an anti-racist society, but we don't always feel qualified to get involved. In reality, small, everyday actions matter more than you might think. Read our guide to being race ally ⬇️

Calling all recently joined nursing support worker members 📢 Find out more about optimising your continuing professional development (CPD) through your RCN membership with our free webinar next month. 🗓️ 17 September 🕕 6-7pm

"From pregnancy to end of life care and every step in between, we do it all." ❤️ This is community nursing. Watch below ⬇️ Follow the Forum: @rcndcnforum.bsky.social Join our District & Community Nursing Forum Facebook group: bit.ly/47yHubm

Are you an internationally educated RCN member? Tell us about how proposals to change the qualifying period for Indefinite Leave to Remain will impact you. We will use your experience to lobby for policies that support you. Take our quick survey before 25 August. ✅ https://buff.ly/cr10qSc

🌟 From A-level results to improving and saving lives, your journey starts now. 👋 A warm hello to all new nursing students - we’re here for you. 💙 Join the RCN for free for your first year and get the support, resources, and advocacy you deserve. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mHj6sx

Unsure about how to tackle your first revalidation? Join our Early Career Nurses Network for a live webinar on 23 September, as we explore top tips and how we can support you. ☑️ Book now ➡️ https://bit.ly/417Lr2Z

Starting a placement soon? Do: prep early, ask questions & look after yourself. Owena Simpson, the RCN’s Head of Education, highlights some of the pitfalls to avoid as a student and what can be learnt along the way ⬇️

Our Advanced Nurse Practitioner conference in October features leading experts on a range of topics including: 🔵 NMC guiding principles 🔵 the campaign to end loneliness in the elderly 🔵 the wellbeing of adolescents and young people View the full programme and book your space. https://bit.ly/45Rap9h

There's plenty of time to visit 'You Mean the World: Nursing in a Climate Crisis' in Edinburgh, @rcnlibraries.bsky.social. Explore the history of air pollution, recycling and re-use and learn how nursing teams are taking climate action today. More info: bit.ly/44BzaWG #YouMeanTheWorld

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Struggling with referencing in your essays or research? Why not come along to this session and learn the quickest and easiest way to create accurate citations with ZoteroBib! 📅 28 Aug 25 ⌚ 12:00-12:45 🌐 Online buff.ly/U1OMYQu

Regulator seeks nurse views as it launches revalidation review The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has launched a review of its revalidation process and is inviting nurses, midwives and nursing associates to share their views. #nursing #nmc #regulation www.nursingtimes.net/professional...