Don't forget to book your place at Tuesday's branch meeting. The theme is Caring for Palliative patients in Dorset. Link to book is here: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

‼️NEXT BRANCH MEETING DETAILS ‼️ The Next RCN Dorset Branch Meeting will be held on 09/09/2025 at 1830hrs via Teams. This meeting will have a presentation on caring for palliative patients in Dorset. Booking for the meeting here: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Applications for RCN grants are now open. More details on the website rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Grants-and-f...

Would really recommend this website to all our members who work in the Independent health and social care settings. This includes those members working in care and nursing homes, social care, GP practice, aesthetics, private hospitals. www.rcn.org.uk/employment-a...

The Supreme Court ruling on the definition of sex under the Equality Act 2010 has raised significant implications for nursing practice, prompting the RCN to host inclusive webinars where members can learn more, share their views, & help shape the RCN’s response. www.rcn.org.uk/About-us/Equ...

Did you know that there is a South West Facebook Group that you can join to keep updated on all things happening with the RCN in the sector? If you work in the SW independent sector then have a look at the group. It's a great place to keep updated and network. www.facebook.com/groups/rcnsw...

You can now book for Dorset Branch meeting. We have guest speaker, Sarah Winfield-Davies, RCN Lead for Independent Health and Social Care (South West) talking about her work across the Independent sector. www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Dorset needs more reps! We are keen to recruit more reps across our NHS trusts & independent sector. The RCN has 3 types of rep roles: * Steward * Health and Safety Rep * Learning Rep. To find out more have a look at the website. www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...

3.6% - is it enough? Our consultation for members in England, Wales and Northern Ireland working on Agenda for Change terms and conditions is open NOW. Have your say: bit.ly/3Hz4BHZ If you are on AfC T&Cs but didn't get our email check we have your correct details at MYRCN my.rcn.org.uk/Login

The new job profiles have been launched. The RCN have pulled together a useful webpage on what this means. #RCNDorset www.rcn.org.uk/employment-a...

SAVE THE DATE. The next Branch meeting is planned for 09 July 2025, 1830-1930hrs & will be held via MS Teams. Sarah Winfield-Davies RCN SW Lead Nurse for Independent Sector will be our guest speaker. Full booking details to follow ......

#DorsetMembers who are #reps check out the webinar below. The webinar is to equip you to raise awareness on the upcoming consultation on NHS pay. The webinar will give u some tools to help get a good vote turn out. www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

#RCNDorset members, there are some great #CPD opportunities available through the RCN Academy. Look at the post below for caring without compromise webinars.

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

The RCN are running 2 webinars that may be of interest to members working in NHS England & ICB's: * Navigating organisational change * Understanding redundancy The RCN have also set up a useful resources page with all the details of webinars and other resources : www.rcn.org.uk/employment-a...

RCN webinar being held next week to explore nursing adults towards end of life in the independent sector. Our very own Laura Adams will be presenting. Its a free event open to all. www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

#RCNDorset members who work in the NHS please ensure your details are up to date with the RCN website

Branch member Laura Adams taking to the stage for the 3rd time this year to highlight her views on leadership in person centred care ☺️. Well done Laura for embracing Congress and sharing your views ☺️ x #RCN25

#RCNDorset Branch Secretary and SW Board Member @kirstenbland.bsky.social getting a mention on the days media round up. #RCN25

#RCNDorset Branch chair @bjgw.bsky.social presenting an item the importance on Of Nurses working in Social Care. #RCN25

“Enough is enough! We want career progression. We want a pay-rise!!” #RCN25 @rcn.org.uk

Some of Dorset Branch met the General Secretary and CEO of the RCN Nicola Ranger this morning. Laura also presented Nicola with a Sunflower representing Hospice Care. @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social #RCN25

Really proud to present and lead this debate on the use of #AI in nurse education. It was great to hear so many different points of view. #RCN25 @rcndorset.bsky.social

Well done to @kirstenbland.bsky.social for proposing the item on AI for @rcndorset.bsky.social at RCN Congress #RCN25

Fantastic Key Note speech from Mary Brigid Collins about the health inequalities in the Gypsy, Roma and traveller community in Ireland. Such amazing work being done to support the health needs of this under represented group 😃 #RCN25

Dorset Voting Member Laura Adams speaking in the debate to lobby the government to define a strategy on how Nursing staff can reduce harm associated with the impact of opioids across the UK. Well done Laura 👏👏👏 #RCN25

Our #RCNDorsetBranch Secretary and #RCNSWBoardMember proudly showing her love for the profession #RCN25

A Fantastic first day at Congress. Catching up with colleagues, listening to debates and the keynote speech from Nicola Ranger. Inspiring as always x #RCN25 @rcndorset.bsky.social

Our very own #RCNDorset Branch chair @bjgw.bsky.social making the Nursing Times with her agenda item on celebrating Nursing today at #RCN25

From your South West RCN Council member Ashleigh Taylor: "I’m finally sitting on a seat on attempt two to start my journey up to Congress 2025 and I reflect what a whirlwind the last few months have been." Read on for your first Council update of 2025... www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Matthew Stewart from Gloucestershire has been given a prestigious Award of Merit 🏅 at the Royal College of Nursing’s annual Congress in Liverpool. Congratulations Matthew! 👏 www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

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

Great speech passionate and professional from @rcn.org.uk general secretary Nicola Ranger. Our college is safe under her leadership

#RCNDorset Branch Voting member Wummie taking to the podium to share her inspiring Nursing Story. #RCN25 #NursesDay

@bjgw.bsky.social starting the debates off with and inspiring conversation celebrating the Nursing Profession. #RCN25 #NursesDay2025 @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk

All ready to get started for Day 1 of RCN Congress. #RCN25 #Nursesday2025 #NursesDay #RCN @rcndorset.bsky.social

Happy International Nurses Day to all our amazing members. Thank you for everything you do. X #RCNDorsetmembers #RCNDorset #Nurseday2025 #internationalnursesday @rcn.org.uk @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social

Arrived in Liverpool!! Great to catch up with South West Colleagues now time to get some sleep before Congress gets underway in the morning 🙂 x #RCN25 @rcndorset.bsky.social

Some of #RCNDorsetBranch heading to Liverpool for #Congress #RCN25 @rcn.org.uk @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social

Congress bound! Currently en route to Liverpool 😊 #RCN25 @rcn.org.uk @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social @rcndorset.bsky.social

Our #RCNDorsetBranch secretary has been named as a finalist in the Dorset Apprenticeship Awards. Congratulations @kirstenbland.bsky.social #DorserChamber

#RCNDorsetBranch meeting tonight at 1830hrs. See you all there

Looking forward to #RCNCongress2025 in just over a week!!! Hopefully all #RCNDorset voting members all have their delegates pack now ☺️ @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk

Any #RCNDorsetMembers interested in some free yoga? Check out the post below for more information ☺️

Any #RCNDorsetBranch members interested in attending this #RCN webinar for Internationally Educated Nurse? See the post below for more information @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk

Are you an internationally educated nurse or nursing support worker (IENs), eager to make a real difference in the healthcare system? Join us on 27 May for a webinar designed just for IENs to learn about: - how to become a union rep - the power of collective action And more! Book now ⬇️

Would any #RCNDorsetBranch members want to become a member of the #RCNCongress Agenda Committee? Have a look at the post below for more information.

Nurses Day is just around the corner and the RCN have resources that you can use in your work places. Also, are you hosting a Nurses Day event? Why not share it with us ☺️ #RCNDorsetBranch #NursesDay2025 #NursesDay

Please ensure your contact details are up to date. Its really important that the RCN can reach you when they need to contact you about recent updates

The Next Dorset Branch meeting will be held on 08 May at 1830hrs via MS Teams. You can register online here: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve... @bjgw.bsky.social @kirstenbland.bsky.social