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RCN First steps
The First Steps course will support you either individually – or as part of your workplace induction programme – to learn in your own time, and get you started in your health care career. First Steps maps to a range of National Occupational Standards that will support you and expand on your portfoli...
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Are we missing an opportunity? Why student nurses should be included in diabetes training
In this blog, RCN Committee member and third year student Helena shares her experience about diabetes training for students and why awareness is so crucial.
Updated: 5 August 2026 -
Pioneers of mental health nursing: Annie Altschul
This blog looks at the contribution of Annie Altschul to mental health practice and research.
Updated: 5 August 2026 -
A band 5 review success story in Lanarkshire
RCN member Tracey tells us about her team’s journey to success in the band 5 review.
Updated: 5 August 2026 -
Protecting young people from the harm of online gambling
This blog explores the growing public health impact of online gambling on children and young people. It highlights the role of Family Nurse Partnership/Public Health Nurses in recognising harm, starting conversations, promoting prevention and supporting early intervention to improve health outcomes.
Updated: 6 August 2026 -
New NHS mental health facilities will need specialist nurses at the centre, says Royal College of Nursing
RCN Head of Nursing Practice Stephen Jones said: "More services closer to people’s homes and new dedicated emergency departments are a crucial step towards more humane care. To succeed, both will need specialist mental health nurses at the centre."
Updated: 6 August 2026 -
RCN Cheshire Branch AGM
The annual general meeting for members of the Cheshire branch.
Updated: 6 August 2026 -
Non-medical prescribers
A guide for RCN members on non-medical prescribing, including types of nurse prescriber, keeping stocks of medication and the RCN Indemnity scheme. It also provides a list of further useful resources.
Updated: 6 August 2026 -
RCN Webinar: Dementia-Friendly Environments in Acute and Community Care Creating Spaces That Support Independence, Dignity and Wellbeing
Join the Royal College of Nursing for an insightful webinar exploring how dementia-friendly environments can transform the experiences of people living with dementia across acute, community and social care settings.
Updated: 6 August 2026 -
Using the Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Emergency Care (Levels 1 and 2)
This webinar will support emergency care nurses, managers and mentors to understand the framework's competencies, the sign-off process, and the pathways available to achieve them. The framework provides a structured and standardised approach to professional development, helping nurses across urgent ...
Updated: 6 August 2026
