The RCN is a trade union and a professional body that is committed to lifelong learning and the development of our members.
What is a trade union?
A trade union is an organisation of workers formed to protect and improve their working conditions. Unions use the collective strength of their membership to negotiate for fair pay and decent working conditions. Trade unions provide representation to support their members, ensuring all workers are treated fairly by their employers. With close to half a million members, we are the world’s largest nursing trade union and professional body.
If you are coming to the UK to work or if you are already here, the RCN welcomes you.
Read more about our work and what we can do for you as an international nurse member.