This report provides a summary of the views of RCN members in Scotland and paints a detailed picture of members’ professional lives across the NHS and the independent health and social care sector.

This report is based on findings from our 2025 Employment Survey, which is a significant barometer of how members are feeling in their jobs. The survey ran during autumn 2025 and received nearly 1,900 responses from registered nurses and nursing support workers in Scotland. 

This survey is the latest in a long-running series undertaken with RCN members across the UK. Over the years, many of the survey questions have remained consistent, which allows us to compare trends over time. The key findings from across the UK can be found here.