Resources
RCN Learning Zone
The RCN’s learning zone provides a wealth of resources that will enable HCAs and colleagues to keep updated in relevant topics. Visit the learning zone where you can write your CV and keep a record of your ongoing development. In order to access the learning zone you will need to join the RCN. Details on the benefits of membership and how to join can be found here.
RCN e-library
The RCN's library and information services can be a valuable resource whether you are at home, work or studying. There are a range of services that can be accessed online, by telephone, email or post and four libraries across the UK to visit.
You can read online articles from more than 700 e-journals including:
- British journal of health care assistants
- Nursing Standard
- Nursing and residential care
Go to the A-Z list of journals and follow the links to these full text journals.
The e-library also has a growing collection of current e-books, including:
- Chambers C and Ryder E (2009) Compassion and caring in nursing, Abingon: Radcliffe.
- Dingwall L (2010) Personal hygiene care, Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.
- Peate I (2010) Nursing care and the activities of daily living (2nd edition), Chichester: Blackwell.
Follow the URL links from the catalogue record to view the e-book. Search the library catalogue for more print and e-books on a topic.
The RCN also has a virtual enquiry service which is really easy to use. Visit library services to access the virtual enquiry service and for help in finding useful books and journal articles.

