Employment Rights Bill explained for nursing staff
The RCN is pushing the UK government to improve the working rights of its members
Newly registered nurse jobs crisis
Student nurse Alex, facing the prospect of not getting a job, says "use us, or lose us"
COVID inquiry: ‘There were no nurses left, it was just me’
Working in the heat
Employers have a duty of care to keep you safe in hot weather
Top tips to prepare for your appraisal
How to plan, plus what should and shouldn't happen during the meeting
Get to know the RCN deputy president
Alison Leary's diverse career background, including her work at Millwall FC
Help! It's my first shift in charge
You've got the skills. Now get the confidence
Public backs better pay for nursing as tens of thousands vote on NHS award
Spending Review won't transform nursing as RCN calls for action on workforce crisis
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News
COVID inquiry: ‘There were no nurses left, it was just me’
Nursing testimony at the COVID-19 inquiry highlighted that the lack of staff available in the care sector led to a distressing and inadequate level of care during the pandemic
Reset needed for NHS 10-Year Health Plan in England to succeed
RCN says to make the Westminster government's vision for the NHS in England a reality, a new fully funded plan is needed to grow the nursing workforce – especially in community roles
RCN invites members to share views on Supreme Court judgment
The RCN is running a series of inclusive and supportive sessions for members to share their thoughts on the recent Supreme Court judgment and its impact on nurses and nursing
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Opinion
Care home nursing: how I think we can work together, better
Katharina's stories demonstrate the valuable knowledge of care home nursing staff
Trans cancer care: addressing inequalities
'We must commit to advocating for a health care system that truly serves everyone'
‘Nurse lecturer redundancies are an attack on nursing’
Proposed closure of nursing school at Cardiff University endangers the future of nursing
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Clinical
What nursing staff need to know about weight loss medications
A quick guide to drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro
Working with time-critical medications
For some patients, timing is crucial. Here's how to support them
Tapping into memories to help patients with dementia
Sarah's programme, that sparks conversation and social skills, has been described as a "lifeline".
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Advice
Working in the heat
Employers have a duty of care to keep you safe in hot weather
Help! It's my first shift in charge
You've got the skills. Now get the confidence
How to make your record keeping the best it can be
These three Rs will keep you and your patients safe
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People
Get to know the RCN deputy president
Alison Leary's diverse career background, including her work at Millwall FC
Professor Dame June Clark: tributes to a nursing pioneer
Remembered fondly and with admiration by many RCN members, when Dame June spoke, people listened
What is a soul midwife?
Kiera takes a holistic approach in palliative care nursing, helping patients, carers and staff
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Wellbeing
Shifting gears
How to stay well when you’re working irregular hours
Seven steps to overcome imposter syndrome
How to look out for the signs and take care of yourself if you're feeling severe self-doubt
What is vicarious trauma?
Witnessing distressing events can have a lasting impact. Discover the signs
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Career
Top tips to prepare for your appraisal
How to plan, plus what should and shouldn't happen during the meeting
What I do at work: advanced ophthalmic emergency nurse practitioner
Grace explains her pioneering role working in emergency care
What I do at work: associate practice educator
Gordon on why he loves his job and what makes it unique
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Action
Employment Rights Bill explained for nursing staff
The RCN is pushing the UK government to improve the working rights of its members
Newly registered nurse jobs crisis
Student nurse Alex, facing the prospect of not getting a job, says "use us, or lose us"
What's the RCN asking for in the 2025 Spending Review?
What the review is and why more investment is needed
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