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Emotionally demanding
Rachael McIlroy, RCN Senior Research Lead, shines a light on a key theme of the latest RCN employment survey: the emotional labour of nursing work
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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Beneath the mask
Inspired by the resilience and teamwork of colleagues on the COVID-19 pandemic frontline, ICU nurse Emily decided to document the historic time through photography
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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‘I thought I was dreaming – this couldn’t possibly be happening’
When a member faced allegations of gross misconduct, the RCN provided free legal representation and supported him throughout. Now his name is cleared and he has got his life back
Updated: 29 January 2023 -
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Help! I’m starting a placement
Owena Simpson, the RCN’s Head of Education, highlights some of the pitfalls to avoid as a student and what can be learnt along the way
Updated: 10 January 2026 -
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Promoting independence
Beth Cook and Sharon Thompson work in an innovative role helping patients regain their independence at home
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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The right path for you
Opt in, opt out or no choice – three members share their perspectives of being nursing students during the COVID-19 pandemic
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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Nurse training with a disability
Nursing student Freya Morris talks about the highs and lows of being a student with a hidden disability
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
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Improving mouth cancer care
We speak to an award-winning nurse who’s made huge improvements in care for patients undergoing treatment
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
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From 15-hour shifts to £41k
How one student's viral video helped fund her degree
Updated: 23 January 2026 -
Students – make sure your voice is heard
Our 2025 student survey is your opportunity to tell us about your experiences as a nursing student.
Updated: 18 December 2025
