Children and young people failed by lack of investment in mental health nursing is a 'tragedy', says Royal College of Nursing

RCN Head of Nursing, Stephen Jones, said: “It is a tragedy that so many children and young people are being failed in this way. We know that early intervention is the best route to protect mental health and yet so many are left waiting for years."

Premature deaths can be avoided if government commits to safe nurse staffing, says Royal College of Nursing

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger, said: “The consequences of the failure to deliver detailed, fully funded workforce plans are evident across every NHS setting, with patient needs regularly going unmet and care standards collapsing."

Moving and handling

A guide for nursing staff on correct moving and handling techniques.

RCN Governance Operating Framework

RCN Governance Operating Framework

RCN statement on death of registered nurse Alex Pretti

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger said: “Nursing is a global family, and Alex Pretti’s death in such violent circumstances will be felt deeply."

Cheshire Branch Meeting

The February meeting for local members.

The RCN investment policy

Our commitment to socially responsible investment management

Collection spotlight: a prized book of our collection

Find out what makes our copy of "Some Other Children or, stories from a children’s hospital" such a special and prized treasure.

RCN Cambridgeshire branch

RCN Norfolk Branch