Launched today, World Sickle Cell Day 19th, recommended a must read for all policy decision makers at all levels of NHS and Private Health Care 👍🏽

Our updated Nursing Workforce Standards are designed to empower you to tackle the challenges you face in providing safe and effective care. Explore how you can use them to advocate for yourself, your team, and your patients. ➡️ buff.ly/JZskAgW

This week is #MensHealthWeek. In his recent blog, Michael talks about his experience of being diagnosed with prostate cancer and the importance of having early conversations to raise awareness. Read more ➡️ buff.ly/WG0EYLe

“World Sickle Cell Day – 19 June 2025” Tell it Loud and Wear Red to show your support! sicklecellsociety.org/wscd25/

[2/3] First, RCN Deputy Chief Nurse, Lucy Muchina writes about her time at ICN Congress, the contribution of the RCN Institute of Nursing Excellence to the event, and the RCN / ICN education partnership announced: bit.ly/4n3WKSV

World Sickle Cell Day part 2...

World Sickle Cell Day 19th June, launch of Race & Health Observatory Sickle comparative report at House of Lords. Riveting reading. Attended on behalf of Nicola Ranger, CEO of RCN 👍🏽

Just watched a fantastic Nigerian play "Dear Father" at Woolwich works in London, brilliant, funny, hilarious, emotional in Parts. Ace actors include Richard Mofe Damijo, Ronke Oshodi Oke, Akin Lewis, Kunle Remi, India Aisien and others, event hosted by Mofe Duncan

Nurse lecturer redundancies and severances in higher education will impact the quality of education nursing students receive. This is an incredibly serious moment risking the quality of nursing education, the future domestic workforce, and patient safety. We need urgent action. Read more.

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"Most of my friends are already thinking of moving." Yesterday, we published a report which showed how the UK government's immigration policies are negatively impacting internationally educated nursing (IEN) staff. We spoke to members at #RCN25 about the importance of valuing IENs. Watch below ⬇️

And with that, #RCN25 draws to a close. It’s been a fantastic four days in sunny Liverpool. Thank you to every RCN member who brought their energy, ideas, and passion for our profession with them. See you in May next year for #RCN26 📆 🔗 buff.ly/UktPWjF

I often worry about the future of #nursing because working conditions are quite poor now it won't attract people. But I spent this week #RCN25 with bright, intelligent, compassionate next generation #nurses willing to advocate for patients & professionals. it's really given me hope. Thank you!

RCN Congress 2025 .... soul wrenching debate seeking RCN members to support a resolution "support for men experiencing domestic abuse" emotional discussions 😌

"You called, we came" Ruby Lopez speaks on the challenges faced by our international colleagues who have come to this country to help us and our citizens but are treated with disdain #rcn25 @rcn.org.uk

RCN Congress 2025 Achievement Awards Ceremony 👏🏽.....

Our President, @bejoysebastian.bsky.social, gave his first address at the #RCN25 opening ceremony this morning, before celebrating the achievements of members at the RCN Awards. Read more about the awards and opening ceremony ➡️ bit.ly/43mHmt3

RCN Congress 2025 day 3 .... Assault of healthcare staff is unacceptable and employers must take serious action NOW

The UK government must overhaul the UK’s immigration system or risk a deepening workforce crisis. Read more in our latest report.

🧵 Recently proposed immigration measures announced by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer could accelerate the exodus of migrant staff from the UK. Our new analysis shows that only 1 in 3 staff who are internationally educated are planning on staying in the UK permanently.

RCN Congress 2025....new RCN President Bejoy Sebastian and VP Alison O'Leary in attendance & support

RCN Congress 2025....members of the Anti Racism subgroup of the RCN EDI. Addressing racism post the KPMG & Carr 2022 reports. Watch this space 👍🏽

RCN Congress 2025... - increasing rate of health tourism debated 😞. Extensive NHS waiting lists and lack of access to services is a major factor 😳 Can we control Health Tourism? Doubt it. Consider making it safer....

RCN Congress 2025... You are "NOT JUST A NURSE" Dr Ruth Oshikanlu OBE FRCN, reminds us, we celebrate our contribution to society 💃🏽👍🏽💞

“EDI is not a standalone issue. It’s the golden thread that runs through everything we do.” After launching the RCN equity, diversity and inclusion strategy a year ago, this year at Congress, we reflected on what we’ve achieved so far and what’s yet to come. Learn more ⬇️ #RCN25

RCN Congress... Southwest Outer London Branch representation.

RCN Congress 2025 day 2....

Trump reaches a “deal” to pause the tariffs he imposed on China. I guess all those manufacturing jobs aren’t coming here now, the tariffs won’t replace income taxes, and all the other amazing things they were supposed to do for us are over. So much for Liberation Day.

Today, Professor Nicola Ranger, our General Secretary and Chief Executive addressed RCN Congress to set out the RCN’s demands of governments across the UK to better support and value the nursing profession. Watch below, and read more. ➡️ bit.ly/42VtuG7 #RCN25

Professor Ranger ends her keynote telling delegates that 2025 must be a year of real change, reform and investment for nursing. #RCN25

Professor Ranger told delegates the RCN is campaigning for the introduction of safe nurse to patient ratios right across the UK. We will bring together all of the evidence and advice, for every setting. To support every individual to work safely. #RCN25

Professor Nicola Ranger, General Secretary & Chief Executive, is delivering her keynote address to thousands of members at #RCN25 today. She will tell our internationally educated members what the RCN is demanding the UK government do to properly value their contribution to health and care services.

RCN Congress 2025... Zero hours is unfair, it defrauds nurses of their employment rights, propping up the health service 😔

Our RCN General Secretary & CEO giving her keynote address...

RCN Congress 2025 Achievement Awards Ceremony 👏🏽.....

RCN Congress 2025 in Liverpool ....

Student nurses are the future of nursing. Yet, their learning is compromised as they are relied on to prop up understaffed wards, resulting in: ⚠️ Dangerous 60-hour working weeks 📈 Increase in personal debt 📉 Burn out We need a new deal for our student nurses.

Happy #InternationalNursesDay everyone! I want to join so many others around the world to say thank you to nursing staff everywhere. I see the immense contribution you make every day, and as RCN President I will work tirelessly to ensure you get the recognition you deserve.

RCN Congress 2025 in Liverpool Achievement Awards Ceremony 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽....

Arriving at Royal College of Nursing (RCN) 2025 Congress 💃🏽

🚨 We did it — we’re changing the law! So happy to say, on #InternationalNursesDay, that the Labour Government is adopting my Bill to legally protect the job title ‘Nurse’. 🥳 It will keep patients safe & ensure respect for the profession. Huge congrats #protectnurse👏🏾

Happy #InternationalNursesDay! At #RCN25, in your workplace, online – share how you’re marking the contribution you make. 🔗 www.rcn.org.uk/nursesday

RCN C19 Long Covid cont... Nicola Ranger gave closing remarks "we have to be ready for the next time", which will come whether we like it or not. Gov. needs to address, nursing pay, safe staffing etc before the next pandemic arrives 🥹😥😲

RCN C19 cont... time with Nicola Ranger, Felicia Kwaku and another colleague. Absolutely brilliant event 😃🤸🏽💃🏽

RCN C19 cont... Nicole O'Reilly, RCN Snr. Legal Officer & Solicitor. Interesting update on the findings of the inquiry to date.

Go Ruth 😁

RCN C19 cont... Ruth Oshikanlu, CEO of Abule CIC, focussed on 'Recovery from Long Covid'. A tear jerking workshop but left us with HOPE. She told us (and I love the phrase) "when life gives you Peppers make Pepper soup🥣"