Return to Practice Network
Supporting nursing staff who are returning to clinical practice during the COVID-19 pandemic
Nurses returning to clinical practice during this period will face unprecedented challenges. By joining the network, you'll be able to:
- access support from professional nursing and leadership expertise
- network with peers in a similar situation
- share best practice updates across the UK
- take part in hosted discussions on social media
The network will run until the Nursing & Midwifery Council closes the temporary register. Please be aware the network is not intended to provide representation or union support.
Facebook group
Once you've been accepted on the network, you'll be sent a link to join our closed Facebook group.
Response to cabinet office questions
A summary of responses to Cabinet office questions from the RCN Return to Practice Facebook group
COVID-19: what you need to know
Our COVID-19 information is being continually updated. This includes advice for members returing to practice, and guidance on the clinical management of COVID-19.
Share your experience
Nursing staff are facing unprecedented challenges in their working lives. The RCN wants to hear how the pandemic is impacting you and your working life.
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13 Jan 2022
Health care workers must be exempt from reduced COVID-19 self-isolation period in England
RCN says cutting self-isolation to five days could increase the risk of transmission to staff and patients.
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13 Jan 2022
RCN calls for delay to new law on mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for NHS staff in England
Government needs to rethink timing of move that would exacerbate chronic staff shortages.
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13 Jan 2022
RCN issues letter to trust chief execs calling for greater support and reassurance for nursing staff working under extreme pressure
The letter asks trusts not to leave their staff professionally vulnerable after members raise concerns over patient safety.
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7 Jan 2022
FFP3 masks needed as standard demands RCN as sickness absence rates soar
All health care workers must be provided with FFP3 masks when treating people with known or suspected COVID-19.
