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RCN Wales responds to increase in acceptances onto nursing courses in Wales
RCN Wales is thrilled to see a remarkable 23% increase in acceptances onto nursing courses in Wales.
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International students drive increase in applications to study nursing in Wales whilst number of Welsh applicants falls
RCN Wales welcomes a small increase in applications for nursing studies next year.
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RCN Wales responds to Welsh government plan to introduce regulated band 4 nurses in Wales
Sandy Harding, RCN Wales Associate Director (Professional Practice) said: "It’s unfortunate the minister didn’t fully consult with the RCN – as the voice of nursing – prior to making this momentous decision."
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Royal College of Nursing sounds warning over Welsh government introduction of Nursing Associates in Wales
The RCN warning comes after the biggest review of nursing without any mandate, public consultation, or scrutiny by the Senedd.
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Outstanding clinical nurse specialist advocating for older persons with psychosis named RCN Wales Nurse of the Year 2024
Madelaine Watkins works within Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) and her amazing efforts to improve access for older persons dealing with psychosis, and educating staff earned her the title of Wales Nurse of the Year at last night’s (21 November) 11th annual RCN Wales Nurse of the Year Awards.
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RCN Wales welcomes latest NMC registration figures
The RCN is pleased to see the record increase in the number of registered nursing and midwifery professionals, reaching a historic high of 40,494.
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Critical nursing shortages leave patients unsafe
Due to severe workforce shortages in hospitals and community services, patients are experiencing pain and, in many cases, being cared for in corridors. Today, the Royal College of Nursing in Wales (RCN) revealed this alarming situation, highlighting that less than a quarter of all shifts in Wales have sufficient registered nurses.
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RCN Urges Immediate Action on NHS Wales Pay Award
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Wales calls for an urgent response from the Welsh Government to the recent announcement from the UK Chancellor of a 5.5% pay award for nursing staff in England.
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RCN Wales responds to HEIW decision to scale back nurse training targets in Wales
RCN Wales Associate Director, Sandy Harding, responds to the Health Education Improvement Wales commissioning and training recommendations for the education of the health professionals workforce.
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RCN highlights urgent need for workforce support following employment survey
The Royal College of Nursing in Wales today released alarming figures from its 2023 Employment Survey, shedding light on the critical state of the nursing workforce in Wales.
