Nursing Support Workers' Day
On 23 November, we shone a light on the sometimes unseen but essential care nursing support workers give to patients and their families.
Every nursing support worker plays a core part of the day-to-day running of health and care services across all settings, supporting registered nurses to ensure patients get the best possible care.
Watch our series of short films to find out more about this invaluable work.
What is Nursing Support Workers' Day?
Every year on 23 November, we celebrate the vital contribution nursing support workers make to patients in health and social care. It's a special chance to:
Feel proud
Nursing support work is as varied as it is essential. This dedicated day to our work and legacy is a chance to feel immensely proud of our wide-ranging contribution.
Celebrate together
The nursing support workforce is diverse and powerful. As a UK-wide community, we can improve the experience and opportunities for our colleagues and patients.
Raise awareness
Nursing support work is sometimes overlooked and misunderstood. Here's our chance to remind everyone about the difference we make.
Say thank you
This is a chance for other health care professionals and the public to say thank you for the hard work and dedication of nursing support workers everywhere.
Nursing Support Workers' Day events
Not part of the nursing support workforce? Test your knowledge...
The term 'nursing support worker' covers many different job titles. But how much do you know about this varied group of roles? Take our quiz to test your knowledge.
Did you join us for our conference?
Thousands of nursing support workers came together on Saturday 22 November to network with colleagues and celebrate Nursing Support Workers' Day at RCN HQ.
If you were there, you can share your photos on socials with the hashtag #NursingSupportWorkersDay.
How we can support you as a nursing support worker
Get to know your nursing support worker champions
Nursing support workers are represented and supported by our elected Nursing Support Workers’ Committee. We understand the professional needs of nursing support workers better than anyone else and strive to help our members be the best they can be in their roles.
Meet Council member Mark
Hear from Nursing Support Worker Committee member Catalina
Nursing Associate Catalina Cerlinca shares why she's proud to be a nursing support worker and sit on our dedicated committee.
Not a member? Join today
Be part of a community of over half a million nursing support workers, nurses, midwives and students working together to advance our profession.
