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Royal College of Nursing responds to The King's Fund review on mental health care in England
RCN Head of Nursing Practice and Professional Lead for Mental Health Stephen Jones said: “It’s positive to see increased access and investment in mental health services in England, but the size of the mental health nursing workforce is only just returning to 2010 levels as demand continues to rise."
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Royal College of Nursing responds to the roll out of Martha’s Rule to hospitals in England
Royal College of Nursing Director for England Patricia Marquis said: “Nursing staff are patients’ greatest advocates and stand ready to ensure Martha’s Rule has an immediate impact and leaves a lasting legacy."
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Israel and Gaza conflict: RCN reiterates call for ceasefire as MPs prepare for vote in UK parliament
We continue to condemn attacks on health care workers and their patients amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.
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HoNF volunteers receive the Wikimedia UK, Partnership of the Year Award
History of Nursing Forum volunteers for the 'Women in Red’ project, which uploads nursing history to the Wikipedia website, received the above award at the annual Wikimedia UK community on-line meeting in November 2023.
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A seismic shift for nursing: valuing our profession
Nursing is not a calling. Or a vocation. Or ‘women’s work’. We are a profession; we are experts; we are leaders. There is an art and a science to what we do.
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RCN slams late NHS pay rise for 2024 as government belatedly starts pay review process
We’ve responded to the health secretary’s letter of instruction to the NHS Pay Review Body for the 2024 to 2025 pay round.
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Male Factor Fertility publication
This blog explores the recent publication from the Fertility Nursing Forum focusing on male factor fertility. We also focus on the collaboration of specialist team members to write the document.
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Flexible working: a guide for RCN reps
With more nursing staff seeking flexibility in their working hours, Maggy explains how she’s helped members achieve a better work-life balance
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Spotlight on risk assessments
RCN safety rep Neil explains why risk assessments are so important and what members should do if they think one is needed
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How to spot a scam
Scams can be difficult to recognise but with some specifically targeting nursing staff, it’s important to know what to look out for
