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History of Orsett Workhouses and Orsett Hospital, Essex
This Blog looks at the history of Orsett Hospital in Essex developed from a workhouse built in 1837 to a 500 bed acute hospital. This blog highlights how many hospitals developed from workhouses and by using Orsett as an example I hope it will inspire readers to research their own local hospital his...
Updated: 21 September 2025 -
From ICU to Impact: My Journey into the GPN Specialist Practice Qualification
In this Blog La Toya De Freitas talks about her journey as a GPN and how she enrolled onto the SPQ course.
Updated: 21 September 2025 -
The value of volunteering: 'It's given me the opportunity to become the best nurse I can be'
RCN Fellow and Crisis volunteer Jason Warriner highlights the impact and power of volunteering.
Updated: 21 September 2025 -
Celebrating Learning Disability Nursing in Wales
People with a learning disability in Wales live, on average, 20 years less than the general population – a stark indicator of the health inequalities they face. Learning disability nurses play a vital role in addressing these disparities. Yet there are significant challenges in understanding how man...
Updated: 21 September 2025 -
Royal College of Nursing to ask Manx Care members what they consider to be a fair pay offer
Members will be asked to choose the percentage they would be willing to accept to end the dispute over 2024/25 pay.
Updated: 21 September 2025 -
How to lobby decision makers on the big issues in nursing
Guidance for nursing staff and advocates
Updated: 20 September 2025 -
NHS trust condemned for cutting holiday pay
RCN Northern region criticises the South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (STHFT) for plans to cut holiday pay and increase costs for its staff.
Updated: 22 September 2025 -
Consultation on NHS Scotland pay offer open
From today, we’re asking members working in the NHS in Scotland to vote to accept or reject the Scottish government NHS offer
Updated: 22 September 2025 -
Emotional Intelligence for Nursing Older People
This blog explores the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in providing compassionate and effective care for older adults. EI is a critical skill in geriatric nursing, helping nurses manage the emotional and psychological needs of older patients.
Updated: 22 September 2025 -
Royal College of Nursing responds to new Work Rights Centre report 'Safeguarding Sponsored Workers'
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger, said: “We raised the alarm last year on exploitation in the care sector and the home secretary has promised an investigation, now is the time."
Updated: 22 September 2025
