Scotland Board

Scotland Board

Exhibitions in Scotland

Discover our current and previous exhibitions in RCN Scotland.

Cancer Care

Cancer Care guide from the Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum. Highlights key information resources.

RCN Council election

RCN Council election 2024

RCN President and Deputy President election

RCN President and Deputy President election 2024

World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

On World Suicide Prevention Day, explore why creating a nursing workforce that feels valued, supported and safe is vital. Learn how compassionate leadership, psychological safety and tackling workplace stress can help protect nurses' wellbeing and prevent suicide

Meet the Team

More information about the forum committee

Learning resources

Membership FAQs

This guide answers FAQs about RCN membership. It covers joining the RCN, payments and direct debits, tax relief, confirmation of membership, cancelling, changing your address or other details, forgotten membership numbers, and how and when to contact the RCN.

Caring for emotionally vulnerable people

As a nurse, you will often find yourself caring for vulnerable patients, regardless of your area of speciality. Patients can be fearful, agitated, confused or withdrawn. They may or may not have a mental health diagnosis, learning disability, dementia or autism. Emotionally vulnerable patients have ...