RCN Wales Library for independent health and social care

How RCN Wales members working in the independent health and social care (IHSC) sector can make use of all that our library and information service has to offer.

It's just an eye drop?

This Blog discusses the importance of remembering that eye drops are a medication.

Revalidation: Midwives working outside of maternity care

Agenda for Change non-pay commitments do not address challenges facing NHS nursing staff

These recommendations are a missed opportunity to reset priorities and demonstrate nursing is valued.

Advocating for diversity and inclusion in the nursing profession

Black History Month is here! Swansea Bay nurse, Omobola Akinade, shares how she has advocated for diversity, inclusion, and equal representation in the nursing profession.

Q&A with Catherine Davies, Primary Care Learning Disability Liaison Nurse

Catherine Davies explores the barriers to health care that her patients with learning disabilities face and the impact her liaison team has on improving outcomes.

Q&A with Kokila Swamynathan

Meet Kokila Swamynathan, advanced nurse practitioner, diaspora engagement advisor and member of the RCN Wales Board.

'I loved my care home placement'

On the brink of becoming registered, nursing student Tyler reflects on a pivotal placement in a care home where the reality far exceeded expectation

Understanding the intersection of learning disabilities and gastroenterology

Learning disability and gastrointestinal disorders are two complex fields that intersect in ways that are often overlooked. When these conditions coexist, they present unique challenges that require a nuanced understanding and integrated approach to care.

Challenging benefits decisions

Challenging a benefit decision can be complicated and you may need detailed advice or representation, which the RCN Welfare Service can provide.