Some great links Please click here for some great links to our contact information, Bluesky, congress, WhatsApp, jointreps, fundraising etc please share far and wide linktr.ee/RCNNTW

Nursing Support Workers #❤️ #rcn

Take care everyone conditions remain bad for some especially our community workers To all that are driving or making there way to or from work, please keep safe there’s some hazardous conditions out there For advice in bad weather follow this link: www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ac...

Take care To all that are driving or making there way to or from work, please keep safe there’s some hazardous conditions out there For advice in bad weather follow this link: www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ac...

Members are reminded of the Branch meeting in November which includes a fully accredited YGAM (Youth Gambling Association) session, book and follow instructions at the end of booking the Branch Meeting as there is a separate link to register for the accredited session www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Applications for voting places at congress 2026 now open, there are only 13 places for the branch and are anticipating lots of applications so please bear this in mind if you don’t get a voting place, you will need to attend branch meetings before and after congress www.rcn.org.uk/Congress/Vot...

We are deeply saddened to hear of the horrific attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Crumpsall in Manchester this morning. If you have been affected by this incident then our member support services are here for you: bit.ly/3HEeQY9

*CALLING ALL RETIRED MEMBERS * There’s a retired nurses meeting at the RCN Office in Sunderland, 8th October 2025 11am to 1pm and will include an activism in retirement update along with updates from the RCN national conference for retired nurses, all retired members welcome, please spread the word

RCN Northumberland, Tyne & Wear Branch stands united: we will not tolerate any kind of abuse including Racism, Homophobia and Transphobia. #NoToAbuse #UnitedInDiversity

Andrew Mather Branch Chair has signed up to do the Great North Run in 2026 and 2027 in aid of the @rcnfoundation.bsky.social all donations welcome www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-...

Today, we honor the lives lost on 9/11 and the courage of those who rose in tragedy’s wake. This day reminds us of resilience, unity, and strength as we carry their memory with gratitude.

The union forever defending our rights Down with the blackleg, the workers unite With our brothers and our sisters from many far-off lands There is power in a union

Good luck to all members and others running the Great North Run today

!!REMINDER!! 🚨Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if it is discovered. You can opt out in your settings

The RCN Awards 2026 is now open, if you know a member that deserves some recognition why not nominate them www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...

Nursing has its roots in ancient caregiving traditions, but it began to professionalize in the 19th century through the work of pioneers like Florence Nightingale. Her efforts during the Crimean War laid the foundation for modern nursing education and practice.

Good luck to all the budding nurses out there picking up there GCSE results, the future is with you, no matter the result be proud of who you are and what you strive to achieve

🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if it is discovered. You can opt out in your phone’s settings

"On VJ Day, we honour not only the end of a devastating war but also the unwavering compassion and courage of nurses, whose tireless service brought healing and hope amid humanity's darkest hours."

Our research has shown that violence against staff in emergency departments has nearly doubled since 2019. 📈 We’re clear that any plans to reduce violence must include measures to tackle lengthy A&E waits, corridor care and chronic understaffing. Read more in our latest member news ⬇️

In a world where we can be kind, a little sign to show you care is all it takes 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Nursing roles of all shapes and sizes matter, no matter your contribution, look after yourself and each other, we are worth fighting for ❤️

Well done to speakers from @rcn.org.uk for there impassioned speeches, nursing staff in prisons will not be forgotten, along with speakers from @bma.org.uk , @unison.org.uk, prison officers association, other unions involved and to front line staff, (JUPA) Joint Unions in Prison Alliance

Today marks the 77th birthday of the NHS. The NHS, the largest employer in the UK and one of the largest in the World, 1.7 million people in England alone. To find out more go to: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles Thank you for all the hard work and commitment #futurecarers #futurenurse #NHS

Voting has opened - click here to vote now www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...

vote ❌ vote ❌ vote ❌ Consultation Vote opens - 12pm on 9th June make sure your details are up to date www.rcn.org.uk/myrcn Get Out The Vote Toolkit www.rcn.org.uk/-/media/Roya...

Consultation Vote opens - 9th June make sure your details are up to date www.rcn.org.uk/myrcn Get Out The Vote Toolkit www.rcn.org.uk/-/media/Roya...

#PrideMonth2025 #PrideInNursing #RCN Why not order your free badges to hand out to your colleagues here shop.rcn.org.uk/collections/...

3.6% - is it enough? Get ready to have your say. Our consultations on the latest pay award for nursing staff on Agenda for Change working in the NHS in England and Wales open on 9 June. Check your details are up to date ✅ bit.ly/43QFvwL

Thoughts are with the emergency services, colleagues and all those affected by today’s incident in Liverpool, where the recent RCN congress took place

RCN colleagues please make sure yours and ask your colleagues to make sure there personal and employer details are up to date on your MyRCN account to make sure your included in upcoming ballots regarding today’s announcement

Well done to Chioma, Branch member on discussing this important resolution #rcn25

Branch members enjoying end of congress evening #rcn25

Branch members enjoying end of congress evening #rcn25

Yesterday Branch Chair - Andrew Mather presented an item at @rcn.org.uk congress on behalf of the RCN Health and Safety Reps committee and today that item passed the vote, he will start working with RCN Council on this important issue in the coming months

Massive thanks to all the Branch Members, huge representation from our branch at congress this, on behalf of the Branch Executive Team myself as Chair, Jane Mathias Black as Vice Chair, Jane Hamilton as Treasurer and Lyndsey Curtis-Dawson as Secretary we thank you for your hard work #rcn25

Another great speech from Lyndsey Curtis-Dawson reading a poem in response to the debate on patient care in ambulances waiting at a&e to handover

Well done to Lyndsey Curtis-Dawson first speaker for first item #rcn25

This VE Day we remember all involved….. In war, nurses had to deliver urgent care, provide both emergency and palliative treatment, adapt quickly to changing conditions, work cohesively as a team, and with limited resources, we still see similarities with nursing roles of today, eighty years later.

Sharing this to remind members, look after yourself so you can look after your patients

REP and Member Recruitment in the Staff Hub at the QE Hospital in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

As we celebrate Nurses Day this week, Nightingale's quote highlights the importance of lifelong learning in nursing, keeping up with the latest in medicine, technologies, and best practices, nursing is constantly evolving. We must be adaptable and willing to learn new things to stay effective

REP and member recruitment at Hexham Hospital, Northumberland

We wanted to reach out to our LGBTQ+ branch members following the recent Supreme Court’s ruling on biological sex. It will take some time to know the impact this might have on our members. In the meantime please take care of yourselves and each other and if you require some support please reach out

REP and member recruitment at North Tyneside Hospital, North Shields

REP & Member Recruitment at Wansbeck Hospital, Northumberland

Stand up for nursing 📣 When we come together, you can achieve real change for the profession - now and in the future. Become a campaign supporter today ⬇️ tinyurl.com/msv6ew8j

Are you getting our emails? Do we know where you work? It’s important that we can reach you with key updates about your pay. Update your details on MyRCN now ✅ bit.ly/3n9h9Z1 #FairPayForNursing