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Four pillars of nursing
The concept of the four pillars is referred to across nursing publications by respective departments of health in the UK and other health care professionals. The order of the pillars and terms for each vary, but all have the essence of Clinical Practice, Education, Research and Leadership.
Updated: 5 September 2025 -
Consultant
Consultant level nursing practice describes a level which can only be delivered by registered nurses who have progressed from an advanced level within their field to reach a significantly higher level.
Updated: 10 July 2026 -
Advanced
Advanced level nursing describes a level which can only be delivered by registered nurses with substantial experience and expertise.
Updated: 9 July 2026 -
Enhanced
Enhanced level nursing describes a level that can only be delivered by registered nurses who have gained additional post-registration education and experiential learning in a relevant subject area.
Updated: 10 July 2026 -
Webinar Hub - Professional Services
Watch our webinars designed to showcase RCN's professional development and ELD.
Updated: 8 April 2025 -
Professional Development
The RCN is committed to lifelong learning and the development of all nursing staff - nurses, health care assistants and advanced practitioners, and nursing students.
Updated: 14 April 2026 -
King’s Nursing Cadet Scheme
Take the first step toward a career in nursing
Updated: 20 February 2026 -
Levels for the registered nurse
Setting standards of practice from the nursing support worker to the consultant nurse.
Updated: 3 July 2026 -
Josef's Nursing Cadet Experience
Josef McGuigan, a Nursing Cadet, gives his experience as part of the scheme's first ever cohort in Northern Ireland.
Updated: 20 February 2026 -
Accountability and delegation
It is vital that each member of the nursing team is clear about their level of accountability and that registered staff are confident when delegating tasks.
Updated: 13 December 2025
