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Prisoner of war to psychiatric nurse
As former psychiatric nurse and nursing historian Professor Peter Nolan returns to the RCN for an upcoming history event, we hear about his fascinating career and how the personal stories of nursing staff can paint a vivid picture of nursing’s past
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Finding the Black nurses of the Royal Navy
In the 18th century, enslaved Black women were made to work in the British Empire’s naval hospitals, treating sailors with yellow fever and malaria. Historian Dr Erin Spinney finds traces of their lives and work in the archives
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Celebrating 25 years of RCN Direct
We look at how the vital service has evolved over a quarter of a century of supporting members
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‘They’re not just little adults’: the history of children’s nursing
New RCN exhibition 'Once Upon a Time' traces the specialism’s history – from the first children’s hospitals to today’s family-centred care.
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Making the case for facilities time and facilities agreements in the NHS
This guidance sets out the provisions in the Trade Union Act, looks at the benefits of union representation and facilities agreements and restates what the law and good practice say about the issue. It aims to provide you with information to make the case for facilities time and agreements. At the back of this publication, there are also template letters to share with employers to help you make the case.
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CV writing
CV writing advice for nurses and HCAs, including free Nursing CV samples, HCA CV samples, and a CV checking service for members.
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RCN Foundation commissions study to explore the experiences of internationally educated nursing and midwifery staff
LNWH NHS Trust will undertake the study over a two-year period.
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RCN defines nursing support workers and their level descriptors
The new definitions will help support and protect nursing staff, and give clarity to employers and the public. They can be applied across all fields and settings
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Care amongst the chaos
This report outlines the rising incidence of violence against staff and health facilities, and presents accounts from nursing staff working in many war zones. It is grounded in the fundamental principle that health care workers must be protected, not persecuted. It does not align with any side in any conflict. It stands for the right of nurses and other health professionals to deliver care in safety, wherever they are.
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International law must be used to protect nursing staff in conflict zones
An RCN report highlights increasing incidents of violence against staff and health facilities, and accounts from nursing staff working in war zones
