You are currently searching within the context of the global site
Search in local site-
Registered Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: A synthesis of current guidance in the UK
Nursing is a safety critical profession. The work of registered nurses consists of many specialised and complex interventions, interwoven skilful expertise and surveillance. The RCN endorses enforceable minimum registered nurse-to-patient ratios, ensuring staffing levels do not fall to dangerously low levels and helping protect patients and nursing staff from avoidable harm. Across diverse settings, nursing presence and vigilance is critical to the safety of people, the prevention of avoidable harm and the management of risks. This resource makes explicit the information that is available (and not available) on registered nurse-to-patient ratios identified in staffing guidelines for different specialties. Where a ratio has been identified in published guidance, it may be valuable for staff and managers to refer to as part of discussions on what nurse staffing levels should be, in a meaningful way. It accompanies Why Registered Nurse-to-Patient Ratios are Needed: The rationale and evidence base (publication code: 012 610)
-
Safe staffing: community nursing needs the full team too
RCN Wales is calling for Section 25B of the existing safe nurse staffing levels legislation to be extended
-
Nurse-to-patient ratios are essential to safe staffing in every setting, RCN says
An RCN briefing explains why having enough registered nurses is critical to safety and wellbeing, and makes good economic sense
-
RCN Presidential and Council elections results announced
The results are in for key leadership positions including President, Deputy President and Council members
-
Neuroscience Forum
We promote best practice for people with long-term neurological conditions and represents the voice of neuroscience nurses and influences policy to improve care for our patients.
-
Scotland Board
Scotland Board
-
Cancer Care
Cancer Care guide from the Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum. Highlights key information resources.
-
RCN Council election
RCN Council election 2024
-
RCN President and Deputy President election
RCN President and Deputy President election 2024
-
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026
On World Suicide Prevention Day, explore why creating a nursing workforce that feels valued, supported and safe is vital. Learn how compassionate leadership, psychological safety and tackling workplace stress can help protect nurses' wellbeing and prevent suicide
