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Publications

RCN publications cover a wide range of topics varying from clinical guidance to employment relations issues to advice on bullying. To reproduce RCN publications please complete the copyright request form and we’ll be in touch.



  • 7 Oct 2024

    Caring for people with sickle cell disease and thalassaemia syndromes: a competency framework for nursing staff

    Publication Code : 011 284

    This updated competency framework is intended to guide all health care professionals working with sickle cell and thalassaemia patients.

  • 2 Oct 2024

    Fertility Preservation

    Publication Code : 011 754

    This publication provides information for nurses who are supporting and caring for those beginning treatment for potentially life-limiting diseases and where the treatment may adversely affect their ability to have children in the future. This updated guidance also encompasses those who may wish, for non-medical reasons, to defer having children until later in life, for example, members of the armed forces, transgender people, or those considering gender reassignment surgery.

  • 24 Sep 2024

    Nurses Performing Ultrasound Scanning in Fertility Care

    Publication Code : 011 259

    This guidance has been developed to support best practice for nurses working at advanced level practice on performing and reporting on ultrasound scanning, specially in fertility care. Nurses are well placed to develop competency in ultrasound scanning, which cam improve continuity of care, patient experience, and safety.

  • 23 Sep 2024

    Education and Career Progression Framework for Fertility Nursing

    Publication Code : 011 692

    This updated framework highlights recommended education and training pathways for career development within fertility nursing. It can be used to facilitate a conversation and enable career development for all nurses and HCSWs in fertility services.

  • 23 Sep 2024

    What are PMS and PMDD?

    Publication Code : 011 822

    This resource has been designed to raise awareness of both premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), to support patient assessment and care, and to signpost nursing staff to further helpful resources.

  • 18 Sep 2024

    Clinical Nurse Specialist in Early Pregnancy Care

    Publication Code : 011 652

    This updated publication outlines the key skills and knowledge required to develop the role of a specialist nurse/midwife in early pregnancy care.

  • 16 Sep 2024

    Multiple Births Midwife Standard

    Publication Code : 011 681

    Midwives have an essential role to play in delivering and co-ordinating care for women, partners and families, who are experiencing a multiple pregnancy. These standards are intended to provide clear direction for commissioners and managers when creating roles to support best practice and policies in local service provision for women and their families. The skills and knowledge to provide this service are also outlined in the standards.

  • 11 Sep 2024

    RCN Position Statement on Nursing Associates (NAs) Training in Cervical Screening

    Publication Code : 011 651

    The RCN recognises that nursing associates (NAs) carry out cervical screening, in line with national standards. Service and education providers should be confident that appropriate and relevant training and supervision is in place.

  • 11 Sep 2024

    RCN Library and Archive Service Review of the Year 2023

    Publication Code : 011 784

    This review covers the work of the RCN’s Library and Archive Service during 2023 – from events and exhibitions to marketing and social media activity and collections development, it showcases the wide variety of work undertaken by the library teams.

  • 10 Sep 2024

    Understanding the factors underpinning suicidal ideation amongst the UK nursing workforce from 2022 to 2024

    Publication Code : 011 781

    Nursing is vital to the health and care system, providing care and support to patients, service users and their families. However, it is essential to acknowledge that registered nurses themselves can face significant challenges, some of which can adversely affect their mental health, including thoughts of suicide. This report explores the prevalence of this issue and its impact. The report recognises that suicidal ideation is complex and that talking about causality is something to be avoided. If you need support, you can call the Samaritans on 116 123, or you can find useful guidance on the RCN’s website: Counselling service | Royal College of Nursing (rcn.org.uk). You can also contact your Employee Assistance Programme. In an emergency, contact 999.