Nursing The Nation by Molly Case #Nursing | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2013-04-24 | Molly Case, an RCN student from London, received a standing ovation from Congress 2013 following a reading of her poem 'Nursing the nation'.You can follow Molly on Twitter at @RI_Macey and go to her website at www.rimacey.com Want to support nursing? Join the Born in the NHS campaign: http://www.madebyyoungpeople.co.uk/index.php/shop/category/22-born-in-the-nhs Donations from every item sold go towards www.rcnfoundation.org.uk.Please subscribe here: youtube.com/@RCNonlineWebsite: rcn.org.uk Twitter: twitter.com/theRCN Facebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursingInstagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp#Nursing
RCN London - Rising Stars 2024 RCN 2024-10-01 | Meet RCN London’s fantastic Rising Stars of 2024. The Rising Star awards recognise nursing staff from the capital’s Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic communities who’ve made an outstanding contribution to the health and care of Londoners. The winners work across a range of different areas of nursing including in schools, end-of-life care and mental health services, and include local London nursing staff as well as internationally educated nurses who have come to work in the capital’s health and care services. Congratulations to all the winners! Find out more: rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/news/L-RCN-London-Rising-Stars-of-2024-011024
NHS pay in England: How we’ve been sharing your vital message with the public RCN 2024-09-27 | We announced the outcome of our NHS pay consultation in England on Monday 23 September, and Professor Nicola Ranger took our members’ views straight to the government at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool. Our General Secretary will be meeting with the Health Secretary Wes Streeting in the coming weeks and will remind him that the government can’t deliver NHS reforms without nursing. Our members have clearly demanded that, as the lifeblood of the NHS, the profession must be valued.
Making sure nursing staff get their breaks RCN 2024-09-25 | How one nurse used the RCN's Nursing Workforce Standards to make positive changes in her workplace. Sandra-Jane has helped nursing staff in her workplace get the full breaks they're entitled to.#RCN #RoyalCollegeOfNursing
RCN Psychosocial Interventions Programme RCN 2024-09-12 | Introducing the RCN's new programme, Psychosocial Interventions, which offers interactive face-to-face sessions, flexible online learning, 6 hours of personalised coaching and live webinars.The RCN's Psychosocial Intervention Programme empowers your nursing workforce to deliver exceptional patient care, and it equips mental health nurses with the skills to support patients facing various challenges. This programme is ideal for teams and/or departments who plan to advance their professional development and make a difference in mental health nursing. Visit rcn.org.uk/PSI-Programme and learn evidence-based techniques, build strong relationships, and improve patient outcomes. Any questions? Email us at PSI@rcn.org.uk.#MentalHealthNursing #PsychosocialIntervention #NursingEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment
Long COVID has forced me to put my nursing career on hold RCN 2024-09-11 | Nursing staff have been disproportionately affected by long COVID. Many nurses and nursing support workers now face losing the careers they love. Nichola shares her story, the struggle to find support, and how the RCN has helped.Find support for individuals, managers and reps here: rcn.org.uk/COVID-19/Long-COVID-resourcesJoin our peer support group for nursing staff with long COVID here: rcn.org.uk/Get-Help/Member-support-services/Peer-support-services/Long-Covid-peer-support#RoyalCollegeOfNursing #RCNMagazine #longcovid
Understanding the factors underpinning suicidal ideation amongst the UK nursing workforce RCN 2024-09-10 | Content warning: Suicide.Recently, we have seen a rise in nursing staff with suicidal thoughts contacting us for support, many citing workplace as a key factor. Suicide is a complex issue, but employers have a duty of care to provide a healthy working environment.Today (10 September), on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we are calling for a national set of standards to improve workplace culture, to reduce stigma and encourage staff to seek support when suffering from suicidal thoughts.We know that improvements in workplace culture can in turn improve staff mental health, resulting in an empowered and thriving workforce. Read about our scheme with Oxleas NHS Trust exploring the link between workplace culture and staff mental health. bit.ly/3Xi4apFIf you have thoughts of suicide, please tell someone. Call Samaritans on 116 123, or in an emergency call 999. You can also find out about the RCN’s free counselling service on our website, or you can contact your Employee Assistance Programme. bit.ly/3XhVlfp
Do you think 5.5% is enough? RCN 2024-09-06 | Our members told us why it's important to vote in the NHS pay consultation. Do you think 5.5% is enough? Vote now: rcn.org.uk/MyRCN/England-NHS-pay-consultation-2024
Professor Nicola Ranger encourages RCN members to vote in our England NHS pay consultation RCN 2024-09-06 | Is 5.5% enough?You decide. Vote now: rcn.org.uk/MyRCN/England-NHS-pay-consultation-2024
Asylum seeker to nursing staff: Moses shares his story RCN 2024-08-27 | Meet Moses, one of the first people to take part in the RCN Displaced Persons Scheme, which is helping asylum seekers and refugees in Wales explore careers in health care. Inspired by his nurse auntie, Moses is ready to follow in her footsteps. Find out how, with the help of the RCN Nursing Cadets Team, we're supporting him.#RCNMagazine #RoyalCollegeOfNursing #nursing
RCN Council Election 2024 - A message from RCN Associate Director for Nursing Practice, Trish Hughes RCN 2024-08-20 | With our equity, diversity and inclusion strategy, we’re building a culture that is wholly inclusive. Patricia Hughes, Associate Director of Nursing Practice at the RCN shares how important it is for us to do more to ensure our leadership reflects our members. Find out more about the roles: bit.ly/39OXafd
Have your say on NHS pay in England for 2024/25 RCN 2024-08-08 | On 29 July, the Westminster government announced the NHS pay award for nursing staff employed on Agenda for Change (AfC) contracts in England. Eligible members will receive the award regardless of the result of our consultation. However, your vote is important to help us understand your strength of feeling regarding the award and to assist the RCN’s next steps.Have your say. Do you accept or reject the UK government’s pay award? Vote now: rcn.org.uk/MyRCN/England-NHS-pay-consultation-2024Find out more about this award and how it will be implemented: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved/Campaign-with-us/Fair-Pay-for-Nursing/Nhs-england-pay-award-FAQ
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger responds to racist violence RCN 2024-08-08 | ...
RCN Careers Service tips and RCN Foundation funding webinar - 16 July RCN 2024-08-07 | This live event, recorded on Tuesday 16 July, offers expert tips from the RCN Careers Service to help you if you’re considering moving roles, and to find out more from the RCN Foundation on education grants available to support your CPD. The webinar is particularly helpful to health care support workers who are moving to a new role, or would like to find out what funding is available to support your professional development.At the live event our panel covered topics to help health care support workers make the most of the RCN resources available, including:• top tips on how to write supporting statements and CVs• education grants: what’s available • how the RCN Foundation can support you • FAQs – your questions answered. Let us know your thoughts on the webinar in the comment section below; and subscribe to our channel for all the latest nursing support worker webinar uploads. You can also find out more about:• nursing support worker membership at the RCN at rcn.org.uk/NSWJoin• RCN Careers Service• education grants available at the RCN Foundation.
Introducing RCN Learning and Development Resources - 2 July 2024 RCN 2024-08-01 | Introducing RCN Learning and Development Resources This live event, recorded on the 2 July 2024, offers insight into the how RCN membership can support your learning and development needs. The webinar is designed to support health care assistants, health care support workers, trainee nursing associates, nursing associates and many more roles within the nursing support workforce.At the live event our expert panel covered key topics to help you nursing support worker members and make the most of RCN resources, including: • a live demo of RCN Learn• top tips on using the RCN Library • an introduction to RCN forums • feedback from our members on resources• FAQs – your questions answered. Let us know your thoughts on the webinar in the comment section below; and subscribe to our channel for all the latest nursing support worker webinar uploads. You can also find out more about nursing support worker membership at the RCN at rcn.org.uk/NSWJoin
Royal College of Nursing Activism Academy - Be The Change RCN 2024-07-26 | Please subscribe here: youtube.com/rcnonlineWebsite: rcn.org.uk Twitter: twitter.com/theRCN Facebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp #FairPayForNursing #SafeStaffingSavesLives
Street Clinic: Young Minds RCN 2024-06-26 | What can we learn from young people about their mental health, and what impact did the COVID-19 pandemic have? We will hear from two projects carrying out innovative work with and including young people.Award-winning mental health nurse and global health consultant Dorcas Gwata speaks about her upcoming book, Street Clinic. Gwata guides us into London’s bloodied streets, inviting us into her world, to witness her work with young people who are highly exposed to violence by virtue of where they live and who they go to school with. By meeting young people on their level, on the street and on their terms, and by talking to them in a language they understand, Gwata reveals how innovative nursing can help young people and families to work through trauma, depression and anxiety towards better outcomes.Nexus is a short drama, based on Dr Lindsay Dewa’s research into the impact of lockdown on the mental health of young people. It was brought to life through a collaboration between Imperial College, West London NHS Trust and the Burdett Trust for Nursing. The film was fully co-produced with a group of young people, who were involved in the initial research. Aswell as being used internally by the West London NHS Trust, the film has been toured around the UK and conferences both in the UK and abroad. Along the way it has picked up a number of awards and has been featured on various BBC outlets, including the World Service. A learning platform is currently being created for the film and will be widely available to health professionalsNoosheen Lotfi started working with children and young people in 2005 and qualified as a mental health nurse in 2015. Throughout their career, Noosheen has worked across a variety of national and international projects aimed at promoting social integration and education engagement with young people, parents and professionals. While working at West London CAMHS as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Noosheen was introduced to the NEXUS project and jumped at the opportunity to marry together their love of research and creativity to raise awareness of some of the challenges young people faced during and after the pandemic.The event was held online in April 2024.
Making the Rounds: History of Workforce Nursing RCN 2024-06-25 | Long before the founding of the NHS, many people who were destitute turned to workhouses because of illness, old age, disability, mental illness, or as a safe place to give birth. By the middle of the 19th century, society was rocked by a number of workhouse scandals involving the care of the sick and many working-class people feared admission to the workhouse. The day-to-day care of sick and vulnerable inmates was dependent upon the quality of the nursing staff, and in most places, this improved steadily over time.This roundtable with Stuart Wildman and Rachel Kidd explores the history of workhouse nursing, alongside the stories of nurses at Gressenhall, Norfolk, the subject of a new exhibition: Making the Rounds: Stories of Workhouse Nurses Told in Textiles. SpeakersStuart Wildman is an honorary research fellow at the University of Birmingham, an expert on Poor Law and workhouse nursing, and member of the RCN History of Nursing Forum.Rachel Kidd is the curator of Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, and led on the 'Making the Rounds' exhibition, supporting the volunteer research into nursing stories that underpinned it.This event was held in May 2024
Dying Matters: Seths Legacy RCN 2024-06-25 | For Dying Matters week 2024, we look at the past, present and future of end-of-life care. From the holistic view of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual pain developed by Cicely Saunders in 1964 to the true modern-day story of Lesley and her husband Seth Goodburn who died just 33 days after diagnosis with pancreatic cancer, we explore the importance of compassionate, patient and family-centred care.SpeakersDavid Clark is the biographer of Cicely Saunders and has written extensively on the history and development of palliative care. In 2022 his play, Cicely and David was performed to sell-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe. David will describe how the play came about and then introduce a filmed scene from the Edinburgh production, showing how in 1948, Cicely and a dying Polish patient exiled from his home, begin to lay out the principles of the modern hospice approach.Lesley Goodburn Homeward Bound tells the true story of Lesley and her husband Seth Goodburn who at 49 years old, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer following a short history of feeling unwell, and died just 33 days after diagnosis. Seth's Story provides an opportunity for health and social care professionals in hospitals, trusts and universities to reflect on the importance of compassionate person- and family-centred care at the end of life.The event is chaired by Anita Hayes, Head of Clinical Leadership at Hospice UK.This event was held in May 2024.
RCN Congress 2024: Professor Nicola Ranger RCN 2024-06-05 | At RCN Congress 2024, Acting General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger called a national emergency in health and social care and launched the RCN General Election Manifesto 2024. Find out more: www.rcn.org.uk/general-election
RCN Congress 2024: Linda Silas RCN 2024-06-05 | Linda Silas, President of the Canadian Federation of Nurses' Union, delivered a keynote address at RCN Congress 2024 and told members why safety-critical nurse-to-patient ratios are vital for patient safety. She also reminded everyone of the power of the nursing voice to create change. Find out more: www.rcn.org.uk/congress
RCN Congress 2024: Interview with Gareth Thomas RCN 2024-06-05 | Ex-rugby international and HIV campaigner Gareth Thomas delivered today's keynote at RCN Congress 2024 and told our members why he founded the Tackle HIV campaign, what nursing means to him and the importance of Pride In Nursing. Watch the full keynote on our website: www.rcn.org.uk/congress
RCN General Election 2024 manifesto launches RCN 2024-06-04 | Acting RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger unveils the RCN's General Election Manifesto at #RCN24 and encourages nursing staff across the UK to get out and vote.The manifesto contains 12 points to solve the nursing crisis, with a substantial pay rise for all nursing staff the top priority. Read it here: rcn.org.uk/Professional-Development/publications/rcn-uk-general-election-manifesto-2024
Professor Pat Cullen responds to 2024 general election announcement RCN 2024-05-22 | As the prime minister calls a 4 July 2024 general election, we’re urging all political parties to make firm commitments to nursing staff. #GE2024Read more: rcn.org.uk/magazines/News/uk-general-election-2024-dont-make-the-nhs-and-social-care-a-political-football-220524
Message from Pat Cullen and Sheila Sobrany on #NursesDay 2024. RCN 2024-05-11 | RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive, Professor Pat Cullen & RCN President Sheila Sobrany share their thank you message for nursing staff on Nurses' Day 2024.
Nurses Day 2024 | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2024-05-11 | It takes a remarkable person to work in nursing, join us this #NursesDay in saying thank you. More info: rcn.org.uk/nursesdayPlease subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk X: https://X.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp #NursesDay
Daras story | Nurses Day 2024 | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2024-05-09 | The difference Dara makes in Belfast. District nurse Dara utilises his unique clinical expertise to help patients regain their independence. Join us in celebrating Nurses' Day on Sunday 12 May. Find out more: rcn.org.uk/nursesdayPlease subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonlineWebsite: rcn.org.uk X: https://X.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursingInstagram: instagram.com/thercnLinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp#NursesDay
Mandies story | Nurses Day | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2024-05-09 | The difference Mandie makes in Pontyclun. In every heartbeat, there's life worth fighting for. The care Mandie gives can mean a difference of days, months, even years. Join us in saying thank you to nursing staff across the UK. Find out more: rcn.org.uk/nursesday Please subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk X: https://X.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp#NursesDay
Lauras story | Nurses Day 2024 | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2024-05-09 | Learning disability nurse Laura uses her unique skillset to support, empower and guide patients through their daily lives. Join us in saying thank you to nursing staff across the UK. Find out more: rcn.org.uk/nursesdayPlease subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk X: https://X.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp #NursesDay
Saras story | Nurses Day 2024 | Royal College of Nursing. RCN 2024-05-09 | The difference Sara makes in Bournemouth. Nursing staff aren't just in hospitals. They deliver safety-critical care across every inch of land and airspace. Join us in celebrating Nurses' Day on Sunday 12 May. Find out more: rcn.org.uk/nursesdayPlease subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk X: https://X.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp #NursesDay
Marlons story | Nurses Day 2024 | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2024-05-09 | The difference Marlon makes in London. Internationally educated nursing staff are essential. They bring expert knowledge and deliver compassionate care every day. Join us in celebrating Nurses' Day on Sunday 12 May. Find out more: rcn.org.uk/nursesdayPlease subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk X: https://X.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp #NursesDay
IEN live event: On arrival and settling in the UK (April 2024) RCN 2024-05-08 | This event took place on 18/4/24, 6-7pm.Topic - On arrival and settling in the UKThis live event provides guidance on settling in the UK for internationally educated nursing (IEN) staff and students – both newly arrived and those located overseas and considering migrating to the UK. We were be joined by:• RCN Member – Alphy Bijo, Nursing Student• RCN Member – Suresh Packiam, Head Of Service (Countywide-Planned Care), representative of British Indian Nurses Association• Claire Cannings, a Senior Welfare Adviser with years of experience within the RCN’s member support services.Topics covered in the session include:• Cost of living• Climate• Childcare and Education• Registering with a GP and dentist• Housing• General - Welfare• Discovering your area• Staying in contact with family and friends outside the UK• Pay and payslipsWatch recordings from previous events in the series:rcn.org.uk/membership/Existing-members/International-nursing-members/Celebrating-and-supporting-IEN-nursing-staff-live-events
Whats it like to speak at RCN Congress for the first time? RCN 2024-04-26 | Nursing support worker Ilva presented an item at Congress 2023, speaking at the podium for the first time. She shares her experience and top tips.Read RCN Magazine online here: www.rcn.org.uk/magazine #RCNMagazine #RoyalCollegeOfNursing #RCNCongress
What are PMS and PMDD? Chronic pre-menstrual conditions explained | RCN Magazine RCN 2024-04-18 | Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) are chronic, hormone-based conditions, which can be life-changing for sufferers. Find out what the conditions are, the symptoms they cause, and how nursing staff can support those living with PMS and PMDD. Find out more about PMS and PMDD here: rcn.org.uk/pmdd Read RCN Magazine online here: rcn.org.uk/magazine #RCNMagazine #RoyalCollegeOfNursing #nursing #nursingstudent
IEN live event: Immigration and personal matters (March 2024) RCN 2024-04-11 | This event took place on 21/3/24, 6-7pm.Topic - Immigration and personal mattersThis live event introduces the UK’s immigration system, and covers topics including settlement in the UK, the health and care visa, and family/spousal visas. The event covers the work the RCN is doing to support members with their immigration issues, and how the RCN is lobbying for policy change with Government. Topics covered in the session include:• Settlement• Right to work• The Health and Care Visa• Bringing family and partner to the UK• Leaving employers and your visa/sponsorship• No recourse to public funds.Alongside our team of presenters, we were joined by RCN President Sheilabye Sobrany, who introduced the session.Watch recording from previous events in the series:rcn.org.uk/membership/Existing-members/International-nursing-members/Celebrating-and-supporting-IEN-nursing-staff-live-events
In Conversation with Nursing Pioneers - the Future of the Nursing Workforce RCN 2024-03-26 | Ever since Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole, nurses have blazed a trail in healthcare. They have pioneered improvements in practice, carried out cutting-edge research and advanced education. This event focuses on the future of the nursing workforce on a global stage. Join a panel of RCN Fellows to explore the state of the world’s nursing, how nursing jobs can be sustainably created and effectively recruited, and the ethical management of international mobility and migration.The event will be chaired by Dr Amelia Latu Afuhaamango Tuipulotu, Chief Nursing Officer of the World Health Organization. Speakers include RCN Fellows Professor Dame Anne Marie Rafferty CBE, Professor Helen Allan and Dr Barbara Stilwell.The RCN recognises innovative nurses by awarding annual Fellowships. The Roll of Honour lists almost 200 RCN Fellows who have made exceptional contributions to advancing the science and practice of nursing and improving health and patient care.Thumbnail: Getty Images.This event was held online in March 2024.
RCN Accreditation Explainer Webinar RCN 2024-03-25 | The first RCN Accreditation Webinar was held on Tuesday 12 March 2024, with the aim of introducing our RCN Accreditation service, and discovering how accreditation can help to stand out from other competitors by aligning your organisation with the RCN and its reputation for excellence within the nursing sector.Our expert Programme Leads outlined the service, giving insight into what it truly entails, and discuss its benefits to teams and organisations.A segment of the webinar focuses on how to make a successful application, delving into the step-by-step process and procedure involved. Feel free to watch the concluding Q&A session!www.rcn.org.uk/Accreditation
IEN live event: T&Cs of Employment in Independent health and social care settings (February 2024) RCN 2024-03-20 | This event took place on 28/2/24, 6-7pm.Topic - Terms and Conditions of Employment in Independent health and social care settingsAreas covered:• Contracts (Key T&Cs, unwritten terms, changes to T&Cs, resigning)• Legal (Repayment clauses, being dismissed, disputes with employer or recruitment agency, immigration skills charge)Join us for future events in the series:rcn.org.uk/membership/Existing-members/International-nursing-members/Celebrating-and-supporting-IEN-nursing-staff-live-events
Happy International Womens Day 2024 RCN 2024-03-08 | Our General Secretary Pat Cullen wishes members a happy International Women’s Day and shares her message that to inspire inclusion our highly skilled profession, which is undertaken by remarkable people of all genders, must be recognised as more than ‘women’s work’. Please subscribe here: @RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk Twitter: twitter.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercnLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp #IWD24 #InternationalWomensDay #InspireInclusion
IEN live event: Topic - RCN professional offer and support for career progression - (January 2024) RCN 2024-02-20 | Live event series: Celebrating and supporting internationally educated nursing staff (IENs).This event took place on 30/01/24, 6-7pm.Topic - RCN Professional offer and support for career progressionAreas covered:• A live demonstration of: • RCN Learn - how to access the latest quality assured nursing, health and social care learning resources. • The RCNi Revalidation Portfolio for nurses and nursing associates, with tips on keeping a personal development plan.• Getting involved with the RCN's forums and networks.• Getting the most out of support within the workplace, including: reflection, mentorship, clinical supervision, preceptorship and management supervision.• Career resources and support.• A brief introduction to the RCN's professional framework and nursing workforce standards.Join us for future events in the series:rcn.org.uk/membership/Existing-members/International-nursing-members/Celebrating-and-supporting-IEN-nursing-staff-live-events
RCN Congress 2024 - booking open RCN 2024-02-01 | Please can the title be RCN Congress 2024 - booking open and the description be: Join us in south Wales from 2-6 June for lively debates on important topics affecting the nursing profession. Please subscribe here: @RCNonline Website: rcn.org.uk Twitter: / thercn Facebook: / royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: / thercn LinkedIn: / royal-college-of-nursing-cp #RCN24
A Career Journey in Children’s Nursing RCN 2024-01-24 | In this video, Sue Ward, a former Group Deputy Chief Nurse (now retired) is in conversation with Dr Marie Marshall, Deputy Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professionals for Research and Innovation and Consultant Nurse for Healthcare Transition at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and Honorary Professor in Children and Young People’s Nursing, University of Salford, about her career journey from State Enrolled Nurse to Professor of Nursing. Marie’s story demonstrates the diversity of opportunities that nursing holds, as well as showing how Marie has remained close to children, young people and their families as she has progressed in her clinical and research career. After retiring, Sue was keen to continue to use, and share, her 40 year experience as a general and children’s nurse. Sue became part of the project group responsible for developing and curating the RCN History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition. The exhibition showcases just some of the career opportunities for children and young people’s nurses. Sue and Marie first worked together as Staff Nurses in the 1980s, and as Sue’s career developed in professional leadership, Marie developed her career as a Consultant Nurse and researcher. We hope that Marie’s story will inspire nurses at all stages of their career to explore the huge range of options that are open to them, as well as encouraging others to consider a career in nursing.
Becoming a mental health nurse thanks to the RCN cadet scheme RCN 2024-01-22 | Luke shares how the Royal College of Nursing's cadet scheme, which gives young people aged 16-25 an introduction to nursing, helped him on the road towards a rewarding career as a mental health nurse.Find more stories from RCN Magazine at www.rcn.org.uk/magazine#rcnmagazine #rcn #royalcollegeofnursing
Nursing staff in Northern Ireland return to picket lines RCN 2024-01-19 | We're demanding pay parity for nursing staff in Northern Ireland. #rcnstrike Subscribe: youtube.com/user/RCNonlineWebsite: rcn.org.uk X: twitter.com/theRCN Facebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing Instagram: instagram.com/thercn LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp
Were the lowest paid nurses in the whole of the UK | Royal College of Nursing RCN 2024-01-19 | Edel Coulter tells us why nursing staff in Northern Ireland had no choice but to head out to picket lines again on 18 January 2024.Please subscribe here: youtube.com/user/RCNonlineWebsite: rcn.org.ukX: twitter.com/theRCNFacebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursingInstagram: instagram.com/thercnLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp#RCNStrike
Speaking Out! Young people’s experiences of illness (BSL-interpreted) RCN 2024-01-10 | Join us in the beautiful Cowdray Hall at the Royal College of Nursing for a very special night of poetry and conversation. Hear the first performance of a new work by spoken word artist (and nurse) Molly Case, inspired by research on children and young people’s experiences of cancer and sickle cell disease since 1945; join researchers and nurses in discussion about childhood illness and care, past and present; and take in a brand-new exhibition on the history of children’s nursing.Please note that this event includes discussion of illness and bereavement. This event was filmed in November 2023.
IEN live event: Topic - Understanding the NMC Test of Competence RCN 2024-01-08 | This event took place on 12/12/23, 5:30-6:30pm. Charlotte Collings, Recruitment and Retention Nurse and Eastern Region Board Vice Chair, hosts this session and discusses the different components of the Test of Competence (ToC), including:• English Language• Computer Based Test (CBT)• Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE)By the end of the session, you will have gained an understanding and awareness of eligibility for the ToC, the different requirements for English Language proficiency and subsequent registration.DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this live event is correct as of 12th December 2023. The NMC Test of Competence can change frequently to remain relevant to current practices.Join us for future events in the series: rcn.org.uk/membership/Existing-members/International-nursing-members/Celebrating-and-supporting-IEN-nursing-staff-live-events
My one wish for nursing in 2024: RCN members tell us what nursing needs this year RCN 2024-01-03 | From recognition for the safety-critical role of nursing to better funding: nurses, nursing support workers and nursing students tell us what they hope 2024 holds for nursing. Find more news, features and videos from RCN Magazine here rcn.org.uk/magazine#RCNMagazine #RoyalCollegeofNursing #RCN
