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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21 Feb 2022
RCN calls for protection of nursing staff as PM announces end to COVID-19 restrictions in England
Announcement is a missed opportunity to reassure health care staff about testing and contingency plans.
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18 Feb 2022
Nursing staff must be protected as COVID-19 restrictions in England set to end
Leaving it up to individuals and employers to decide on isolation periods will place health care staff and patients at risk, warns the RCN.
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8 Feb 2022
Plan to tackle NHS backlog 'aspirational' without enough nursing staff, warns RCN
We’re urging the government to implement an integrated recovery plan for the NHS and social care.
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31 Jan 2022
RCN welcomes government announcement on ending mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations
Health Secretary Sajid Javid said current legal requirement for NHS and social care workers in England to be vaccinated “no longer proportionate” following pressure from the RCN and others.
