RCN Associate Director for Nursing Practice Patricia Hughes shares her reflections on her recent attendance at the newly established all-party parliamentary group for polycystic ovarian syndrome. Read here: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve... @rcnlibraries.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk

The RCN Forum Committee annual appointments process is now open until 23rd June. For RCN members, please see details here of how to apply. www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved... @rcncareers.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk @carmelbagness.bsky.social @dohertyta.bsky.social

"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 ⬇️

Everyone at the RCN is deeply saddened by the passing of our former President, Professor Dame June Clark. Read more about her work and involvement with the RCN ⬇️

We are deeply shocked and saddened by the incident in Liverpool yesterday. Our thanks are with all those involved in the response. We are here if you need support: buff.ly/ESz6ekd

Today at the @rcnmidwiferyforum.bsky.social we are celebrating International Day of Midwives 25. Being a member of @InternationalMidwives.org, we call on our members, partners, and all midwives to advocate for and celebrate this year's theme, "Midwives are critical in every crisis." #HappyIDM25

This new blog by Sara Beveridge, Fertility Forum Committee Member at @rcn.org.uk , provides an overview of the recruitment of egg and sperm donors, highlighting the role of the nurse donor coordinator. Read the full blog here: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

The impact of a midwife cannot be underestimated. 💙 On International Day of the Midwife, Carmel Bagness, RCN Professional Lead for Midwifery and Women’s Health, shares her reflections on the joys, challenges, and honor of being a midwife. #IDM25 @rcn.org.uk

Where is the 2025/26 NHS pay award? The government is failing to deliver the change it promised. Don’t stand for being ignored. ➡️ buff.ly/Ul418SV #FairPayForNursing

"It might not always seem like my BRCA diagnosis is a good thing but I’m a believer that ‘knowledge is power’ and ‘prevention is better than cure" , RCN's Women's Health Forum member Lindsey McDonnell shares in her recent blog. Read here www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve... @rcn.org.uk

Have you booked your place at this year's RCN Congress yet? Join us in Liverpool from 12-15 May. Congress is the ultimate opportunity to network, hear from exceptional keynote speakers & take part in vibrant debates about the issues affecting the nursing workforce. #RCN25 ➡️ buff.ly/NoNRVnr

Today's Spring Statement left nursing staff in the dark, with no commitments made on investing in nursing or on nursing pay. Meanwhile the welfare cuts announced will harm vulnerable people, and put more pressure on the NHS. Read our full response: buff.ly/LOWwydG

To protect patient safety and ensure the clinical expertise of nursing are maintained, the title of “nurse” must be protected in law. Write to your MP today and urge them to protect patient safety by ensuring that only registered nurses are legally allowed to use the title "nurse".

Are you thinking of a career change? We're seeking a Grants Officer to join our team who has experience working in a grant-making capacity with charities and/or third sector organisations. Could this be you? Applications close on 13 April. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/4bX6EAJ

Are you a healthcare professional witnessing the effects of corridor care in Wales? Join our webinar on 1 April 6-7pm to: ➡️ Understand what you're accountable and responsible for ➡️ Identify support and how to protect yourself ➡️ Understand what RCN Wales is doing and how you can help bit.ly/3E6La7T