RCN Northern Ireland
The RCN is the largest professional association and trade union for nurses, nursing assistants and nursing students. We campaign on issues of concern to nursing and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.
Know Your Worth
In Northern Ireland we know that almost 50% of HSC nursing staff are at Band 5. That doesn’t value the safety critical patient care that these nursing roles deliver.
The Agenda for Change Job Evaluation Scheme is open to all HSC employees, and we encourage all members to request a review of their job using this scheme.
Join a job evaluation event
Make sure you are being paid fairly for the job you do.
To register for a workshop please complete the form below:
RCN NI Job Evaluation Workshop – Fill in form
Northern Ireland events
Northern Ireland Events
All the details of the events in Northern Ireland.
RCN reps
Being a rep can be one of the most fulfilling activities you can undertake.
Fully supported by the RCN at every turn, we will equip you with the skills and knowledge to represent your colleagues and your region.
Become an RCN Ambassador
If you enjoy connecting with people and want to be the voice of nursing in your workplace, sign up below.
Northern Ireland News
All the latest on current nursing issues in Northern Ireland and updates on the work of RCN Northern Ireland.
RCN Northern Ireland Nurse of the Year 2026
RCN Northern Ireland 2026 Programme, download here.
You can visit our awards pages to read about previous winners.
Independent sector in Northern Ireland
Useful information and resources for members working in the independent sector in Northern Ireland.
Contact the advice centre
Contact RCN Northern Ireland
- RCN Northern Ireland, 17 Windsor Avenue, Belfast, BT9 6EE
- 028 90 384 600 or 0345 772 6100
- ni.generalenquiries@rcn.org.uk
Update your details today by logging in to MyRCN
Now, more than ever, we need to make sure we have the most up-to-date contact details for you, including home address, place of work and employer. Go to MyRCN and check your details are up to date so you can have your say when it matters.
Join today
- Join now for professional support and other benefits
Branches
All members belong to an RCN branch. Branches work across the HSC, independent, private and voluntary sectors to deliver services to members and provide opportunities for members to participate in, shape and influence the work of the RCN.
Page last updated - 04/09/2026