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Nursing in Numbers 2024
Published annually, Nursing in Numbers sets out the strengths and vulnerabilities of the nursing workforce in Wales in one useful reference, with recommendations for Welsh Government action. The NHS workforce statistics include our annual estimate of the total registered nurse vacancies in NHS Wales...
Updated: 5 April 2025 -
Eyes Right: Older People and Driving
Eyesight deteriorates gradually with age. This updated publication has been developed to assist nurses working with older people who present with eyesight issues. It includes details on eye health, visual impairment and ageing, highlights nurses’ responsibilities and signposts for further informatio...
Updated: 4 April 2025 -
Consultant Nurses: Expert Patient Care
Wales needs more consultant nurses. A consultant nurse is an expert nurse that bridges the worlds of clinical practice, research, education, strategy and leadership in order to improve patient care. It is a unique and important nursing role. Through statistics and case studies, this report shows how...
Updated: 30 March 2025 -
Nursing in Numbers 2024
Published annually, Nursing in Numbers sets out the strengths and vulnerabilities of the nursing workforce in Wales in one useful reference, with recommendations for Welsh Government action. The NHS workforce statistics include our annual estimate of the total registered nurse vacancies in NHS Wales...
Updated: 5 April 2025 -
Return to practice
Return to practice - Nursing careers resource
Updated: 8 April 2025 -
Consultant Nurses: Expert Patient Care
Wales needs more consultant nurses. A consultant nurse is an expert nurse that bridges the worlds of clinical practice, research, education, strategy and leadership in order to improve patient care. It is a unique and important nursing role. Through statistics and case studies, this report shows how...
Updated: 30 March 2025 -
RCN Submission to the Pay Review Body 2024-25
This year’s RCN submission to the Pay Review Body sets out the case for a substantial and above inflation pay rise to address the worsening nursing workforce crisis and the long-term reduction in the value of nursing pay. We urge the PRB to demonstrate its independence and recommend a substantial pa...
Updated: 22 July 2024 -
RCN Health and Safety Representative's Handbook
This handbook is designed to help RCN health and safety representatives carry out their work, whether they are new to the role or not. It suggests ways of getting started and provides them with the latest information about key RCN services and resources, together with the key health and safety legis...
Updated: 7 July 2024 -
NICE case studies
Those who have been involved in the NICE work programme have described it as 'a rewarding and informative experience', and felt it made a difference to their nursing practice. Some examples of case studies are detailed below.
Updated: 23 July 2019 -
Conscientious Objection - Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion Care
This updated publication details the RCN position on conscientious objection and provides guidance on the issue for nurses, midwives and nursing associates. It also provides signposts to sources of further information.
Updated: 4 February 2025
