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Understanding Aseptic Technique
Aseptic technique is recognised as an essential component of all infection prevention programmes but terminology used to define it varies. This publication is an RCN investigation into clinical views to guide the practice of aseptic technique. BD have funded this report. BD has had no influence on, ...
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Building a Better Future for Nursing: RCN members have their say
This report details the findings of the Building a Better Future survey which was open to all RCN members from May to June 2020. It explores data from the survey, including initial comparisons between different settings and experiences during the pandemic and includes details on the RCN’s plans for ...
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Having courageous conversations by telephone or video during the COVID-19 pandemic
These guidelines have been developed to support nursing staff who are having to initiate challenging and courageous conversations with patients remotely.
Updated: 19 August 2022 -
An Act of Compassion
The story of the RCN Wales campaign for the first safe nursing staffing law in Europe.
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Self-care during COVID-19
Whilst the primary duty for protecting your health, safety and wellbeing at work lies with your employer, there are things that you can do to take extra care during these challenging times. This poster outlines some important steps staff can take to look after themselves.
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Library and Archive Service review of the year 2019
This review covers the work of the RCN’s Library and Archive Service during 2019 – from events and exhibitions to social media activity and collections development, it showcases the wide variety of work undertaken by our library teams.
Updated: 15 January 2022 -
Second Personal Protective Equipment Survey of UK Nursing Staff - Summary
Summary findings from the RCN's second online survey of nursing staff on the issues relating to personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Gender and Nursing as a Profession (Executive Summary)
This is a short summary of Gender and Nursing as a Profession, a report which explores and critiques the gendered construction of value within the nursing profession and evaluates how value is attributed to nursing, the value placed on individuals and the status of the profession. This work was comm...
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Reps Campaign Resource Pack
These resource packs can be used to help RCN reps develop their campaign strategy and tactics.
Updated: 4 February 2021 -
Joint Union Submission to the NHS Pay Review Body 2020-21
This submission focuses on the implementation of the pay agreement in England whilst providing commentary on recruitment, retention and motivation trends.
Updated: 4 February 2021
