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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 14h

As a nursing associate on a neurology ward, Hazel's work includes caring for patients who have diseases and disorders of the nervous system including Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.

Read more about Hazel's role in our latest magazine piece ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4q7W28D

What I do at work: nursing associate on a neurology ward | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing

Hazel works with patients who have diseases and disorders of the nervous system including Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 20h

A big date for your diary 📆

RCN Congress will be returning to Liverpool, 18 - 21 May 2026.

For all the details, including how to submit a motion and apply to be a voting member, head to our website: https://bit.ly/47cpn9x

#RCN26

Promotional image for RCN Congress '26 at ACC, Liverpool featuring a clear sky and a Ferris wheel with the text "Congress is coming: save the date! 18-21 May 2026."

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 5d

Calling nursing graduates and final year students across the North and North West: are you struggling to find a role after you graduate?

We're here to help. Join one of our regional webinars to get support.

Northern, 14 Oct ➡️ https://bit.ly/4ofcO4d

North West, 15 Oct ➡️
https://bit.ly/4mVK6US

Promotional graphic by Royal College of Nursing for a webinar series titled 'Navigating your first nursing role,' featuring an illustration of a person at a computer with webinar icons.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 1d

While stocks last! ⏳

Our #NursingSupportWorkersDay badges are now available to order for free. 💛

Want to show your colleagues your appreciation? Make sure to order early to avoid disappointment. https://bit.ly/4n0cXXW

#NSWD25

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 2d

We have updated guidance to help raise awareness of possible pathways of care as someone travels through fertility treatment and pregnancy, and how care professionals can best support.

Access it on the link below.

Transition from Fertility to Maternity Care | Publications | Royal College of Nursing

This updated guidance details pathways of care for women as they navigate fertility treatment and pregnancy, and how health care professionals can support them

www.rcn.org.uk

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 3d

We're commissioning an artist to co-create an artwork for our upcoming exhibition on migration and nursing. Help us tell powerful stories of identity, home and care.

🗓 Deadline for applications: 19 October 2025
📍 Location: Anywhere in the UK
👉 Find out more and apply:

The Art of Nursing | News | Royal College of Nursing

An exhibition on art by and about nurses over the last 150 years.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 3d

How much do you know about general practice nursing pay?

Do you know how’s it decided, or what we are lobbying for?

We explain all in the RCN Magazine piece ⬇️

How GP nursing pay is decided and what we're calling for | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing

The ways we’re advocating for members across the UK and the action you can take

www.rcn.org.uk

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 4d

🆕 We are pleased to be accrediting neonatal specialty education and training programmes in England.

Our endorsement will ensure that education and training for those working in neonatal services is consistent, focused on improving patient outcomes and in line with national standards.

Read more ⬇️

RCN to accredit national neonatal specialty education and training programmes | News | Royal College of Nursing

Our endorsement will ensure that education and training for those working in neonatal services is consistent and focused on improving patient safety outcomes

www.rcn.org.uk

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 4d

Today marks #WorldMentalHealthDay.

Nurses play a key role—supporting patients, spotting symptoms early, and promoting healthy habits.

Explore our mental health resource ➡️ https://bit.ly/48bFGWd

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 5d

Want to join the celebrations for #NursingSupportWorkersDay?

You can download digital materials on our website to use on your video calls, emails and social media. 📱

Check out all the available resources https://bit.ly/4h51HbE

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 5d

Calling nursing graduates and final year students across the North and North West: are you struggling to find a role after you graduate?

We're here to help. Join one of our regional webinars to get support.

Northern, 14 Oct ➡️ https://bit.ly/4ofcO4d

North West, 15 Oct ➡️
https://bit.ly/4mVK6US

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 6d

Psychosocial interventions are at the heart of mental health nursing.

That's why we've launched a training programme that provides you the tools to intervene earlier, support families, and improve outcomes.

Learn more.

Empowering mental health nurses: how psychosocial interventions are changing practice | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing

A new RCN training programme is giving nurses the tools to intervene earlier, support families, and improve outcomes for patients

www.rcn.org.uk

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 6d

The RCN Award of Merit is the highest honour awarded to members for service to the RCN. 🌠

Do you know an RCN member who has demonstrated exceptional service to their RCN branch, network, forum or their workplace?

Nominate them here ➡️ https://bit.ly/46r1uKV

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 7d

Labour's new immigration plans are pandering of the worst kind and no way to treat overseas nursing staff who have come to the UK to care for patients.

Without their dedication and expert care, our health system would cease to function.

The Guardian @theguardian.com · 8d

NHS could ‘cease to function’ under Labour’s new visa rules, say nurses

Exclusive: Royal College of Nursing says plan to tighten rules for foreign workers is ‘pandering’ to Reform UK The NHS and social care would “cease to function” under the government’s new rules to be imposed on foreign staff, nursing leaders have warned, as hundreds of medics condemned the policy as “divisive and xenophobic”. In the most explicit attack yet on Labour’s proposed restrictions on overseas workers, the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) described the plan as “ignorant” and “pandering” to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. Continue reading...

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 7d

For #BlackHistoryMonth, four Black members of nursing staff reflect on the individuals who inspired their dedication to the profession ⬇️

'My nursing inspiration' | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing

To mark Black History Month, four nursing staff members pay tribute to those who’ve inspired them in their training and careers

www.rcn.org.uk

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 8d

Racism and discrimination has no place anywhere, including health care.

It’s important to know how to raise concerns, challenge poor behaviour and find support if you see it in your workplace.

Read our guide ➡️ https://bit.ly/3W8ux13

Promotional graphic from the Royal College of Nursing on how to speak up and get help with racism in the workplace, featuring an illustration of a person holding a megaphone.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 10d

Are you an RCN nursing support worker member?

For #NursingSupportWorkersDay, we’re hosting an educational and empowering event dedicated to celebrating nursing support workers across all settings.

Join us for free on 22 November at RCN HQ. Book your space 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3Vw1Xqb

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 9d

Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights and expert advice at the RCN Advanced Nurse Practitioner conference:

📆 Friday 10 October
✅ 7 hours of CPD, covering contemporary topics for ANPs

Book now ⬇️

RCN Advanced Nurse Practitioner Conference 2025 | Royal College of Nursing

www.rcn.org.uk

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 10d

Are you an RCN nursing support worker member?

For #NursingSupportWorkersDay, we’re hosting an educational and empowering event dedicated to celebrating nursing support workers across all settings.

Join us for free on 22 November at RCN HQ. Book your space 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3Vw1Xqb

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 11d

"We always put the students first" ❤️

Through a healthy mixture of trust, triage, and teamwork, registered nurse Sarah and health care assistant Olivia are helping young people through their everyday lives at school.

Read more ⬇️

School nursing: trust, triage and teamwork | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing

The unseen work of nursing staff who help protect students’ physical health and wellbeing in independent schools

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12d

In light of the news of today's horrific attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester, our General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger responds on behalf of the RCN.

Image showing a quote by Professor Sicotara Ranger, condemning violence and expressing thanks to responders and nursing staff for their support and care.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12d

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Every day, more than 150 lives in the UK are changed by a diagnosis.

RCN members in our Cancer Forum are driving progress in cancer care.

Discover more ➡️ https://bit.ly/46NYSal

Promotional image by the Royal College of Nursing for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2025, featuring a large pink ribbon symbol on a dark purple background with decorative elements.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 13d

#BlackHistoryMonth begins today.

We are proud that our theme this year is exploring the role of Black activism and resistance within the health care profession.

Learn more & get involved with activity throughout October: https://bit.ly/46Mto4o

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 14d

To make the mission of national renewal a success, ministers must finally show how nursing staff are valued.

There has been no indication from today’s speeches that action on this is imminent.

Read our full response to the prime minister's and health secretary's speeches at #Lab25: bit.ly/4gMHGGN

Andrew Sparrow @andrewsparrowgdn.bsky.social · 14d

Starmer says 'NHS Online' for more virtual hospital appointments shows how Labour delivering 'national renewal' - www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 14d

Apologies if you've clicked the link for @bejoysebastian.bsky.social's blog and it's broken, here's a working link: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

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