Grampian Practice Educator praised for bringing people into nursing

Laura Reid, Lead Practice Educator in NHS Grampian, was announced as the winner of the Learning in Practice Award at the glitzy RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards ceremony tonight (30 April 2026).

Glaswegian student named as Nursing Student of the Year

Connall Green, a nursing student from Glasgow, was announced as the 2026 Nursing Student of the Year at the grand RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards ceremony tonight (30 April 2026).

The quiet skill of care home nurses

RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year 2025 Kirsty Cartin talks about the often unseen but vital role nurses play in care homes.

Overwhelmed community mental health nurses raise alarm over staffing and caseloads

Nursing staff say their workload feels "unmanageable and unsafe" on a daily basis

Why becoming an RCN Rep could be a great career step

North West Regional Board Chair Sanjith on what motivated him to become a workplace rep.

Professional nurse advocate standards for education and training programmes and modules

There has been extensive national uptake by education institutions and employer organisations to support, develop and implement the role of the professional nurse advocate (PNA). However, with various providers delivering PNA training, there are notable variances in the delivery and learner experien...

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Making RCN communications work for you: share your views

RCN Communications Directors Sam Fletcher and Cathy Irving explain why we’re asking members for their input on all things RCN communications.

Reflections on the Custody and Caring Conference

A reflection on attending the International Custody and Caring Conference in Canada, sharing insights on attending an international event for nurses working within healthcare in justice settings, and how "human connection changes direction".

State of the Profession: RCN Employment Survey Report 2025

This report analyses the results of the 2025 RCN employment survey, giving a picture of the nursing profession across the UK as described by nursing staff.