RCN Lothian and Borders
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Royal College of Nursing Lothian and Borders Branch Committee - Information and Communication for all RCN Members throughout our local area #NurseSky 🏴#BestOfNursing ❤️
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If you are an RCN member and need to contact the advice team, call
📞 0345 772 6100
8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays
9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends
If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️
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📞 0345 772 6100
8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays
9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends
If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️
rcn.org.uk/membership
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Calling all nursing students 📢
Tell us what nursing education and training is really like. We want to know about your experiences to demand the change you need.
Take the survey ➡️ https://bit.ly/488m2Zt
Tell us what nursing education and training is really like. We want to know about your experiences to demand the change you need.
Take the survey ➡️ https://bit.ly/488m2Zt
November 25, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Calling all nursing students 📢
Tell us what nursing education and training is really like. We want to know about your experiences to demand the change you need.
Take the survey ➡️ https://bit.ly/488m2Zt
Tell us what nursing education and training is really like. We want to know about your experiences to demand the change you need.
Take the survey ➡️ https://bit.ly/488m2Zt
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“It’s the best feeling in the world.” 💛
Elle is a health care assistant working with children with complex needs.
As we celebrated #NursingSupportWorkersDay, Elle told us about the difference she makes every day working alongside registered nurses.
Watch and share #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Elle is a health care assistant working with children with complex needs.
As we celebrated #NursingSupportWorkersDay, Elle told us about the difference she makes every day working alongside registered nurses.
Watch and share #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
November 24, 2025 at 8:13 AM
“It’s the best feeling in the world.” 💛
Elle is a health care assistant working with children with complex needs.
As we celebrated #NursingSupportWorkersDay, Elle told us about the difference she makes every day working alongside registered nurses.
Watch and share #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Elle is a health care assistant working with children with complex needs.
As we celebrated #NursingSupportWorkersDay, Elle told us about the difference she makes every day working alongside registered nurses.
Watch and share #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
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The role of nursing support workers is sometimes unseen but is always crucial.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
November 23, 2025 at 12:36 AM
The role of nursing support workers is sometimes unseen but is always crucial.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
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Great to celebrate Nursing Support Worker day at the RCN NSW conference.
Nursing support workers are the bedrock of the Nursing profession, worthy of celebration 🎉
Find out how you can get more involved to shape the future of the nursing profession: 💪
www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved
Nursing support workers are the bedrock of the Nursing profession, worthy of celebration 🎉
Find out how you can get more involved to shape the future of the nursing profession: 💪
www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved
November 22, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Great to celebrate Nursing Support Worker day at the RCN NSW conference.
Nursing support workers are the bedrock of the Nursing profession, worthy of celebration 🎉
Find out how you can get more involved to shape the future of the nursing profession: 💪
www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved
Nursing support workers are the bedrock of the Nursing profession, worthy of celebration 🎉
Find out how you can get more involved to shape the future of the nursing profession: 💪
www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved
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Happy #NursingSupportWorkersDay! 🎉
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/3gdE0Cu
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/3gdE0Cu
November 23, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Happy #NursingSupportWorkersDay! 🎉
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/3gdE0Cu
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/3gdE0Cu
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Often unseen. Always vital. 💛
Nursing support workers are an integral part of the workforce, supporting registered nurses to provide outstanding care across all settings.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay, share this film to show your thanks and to celebrate their contribution. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Nursing support workers are an integral part of the workforce, supporting registered nurses to provide outstanding care across all settings.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay, share this film to show your thanks and to celebrate their contribution. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
November 23, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Often unseen. Always vital. 💛
Nursing support workers are an integral part of the workforce, supporting registered nurses to provide outstanding care across all settings.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay, share this film to show your thanks and to celebrate their contribution. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Nursing support workers are an integral part of the workforce, supporting registered nurses to provide outstanding care across all settings.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay, share this film to show your thanks and to celebrate their contribution. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
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Happy #NursingSupportWorkersDay! 🎉
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
November 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Happy #NursingSupportWorkersDay! 🎉
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Today we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families.
Join the celebrations – tag or send this to your colleagues to say thank you #NSWD25 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Today’s the day!
In workplaces around the country, and online, we’ll be celebrating
#NursingSupportWorkersDay. ⬇️
www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ne...
In workplaces around the country, and online, we’ll be celebrating
#NursingSupportWorkersDay. ⬇️
www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ne...
Care, commitment and professionalism: why we’re celebrating nursing support workers | News | Royal College of Nursing
This RCN Nursing Support Workers’ Day, we’re championing these vital roles with a video series and events that shine a light on their legacy
www.rcn.org.uk
November 23, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Today’s the day!
In workplaces around the country, and online, we’ll be celebrating
#NursingSupportWorkersDay. ⬇️
www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ne...
In workplaces around the country, and online, we’ll be celebrating
#NursingSupportWorkersDay. ⬇️
www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ne...
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With many health care staff already feeling stretched, winter viruses only add to the pressure. So, what can you do to make sure both you and your patients are well prepared? Find out in our latest feature ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4i0UhGO
Winter viruses: what nursing staff need to know | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
Symptoms, prevention tips and vaccination advice for the most common winter viruses
bit.ly
November 18, 2025 at 4:59 PM
With many health care staff already feeling stretched, winter viruses only add to the pressure. So, what can you do to make sure both you and your patients are well prepared? Find out in our latest feature ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4i0UhGO
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RCN President Bejoy Sebastian, and RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger send a huge thank you to all nursing support workers ahead of tomorrow’s celebrations 💛
Find out how you can get involved this weekend #NursingSupportWorkersDay ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
Find out how you can get involved this weekend #NursingSupportWorkersDay ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
November 22, 2025 at 9:10 AM
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian, and RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger send a huge thank you to all nursing support workers ahead of tomorrow’s celebrations 💛
Find out how you can get involved this weekend #NursingSupportWorkersDay ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
Find out how you can get involved this weekend #NursingSupportWorkersDay ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
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3 days to go! 💛
#NursingSupportWorkersDay is an opportunity to celebrate your colleagues and shine a light on the vital work done by nursing support workers across all settings.
Get involved this weekend, and tag us in your pictures 📸 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
#NursingSupportWorkersDay is an opportunity to celebrate your colleagues and shine a light on the vital work done by nursing support workers across all settings.
Get involved this weekend, and tag us in your pictures 📸 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
November 20, 2025 at 1:51 PM
3 days to go! 💛
#NursingSupportWorkersDay is an opportunity to celebrate your colleagues and shine a light on the vital work done by nursing support workers across all settings.
Get involved this weekend, and tag us in your pictures 📸 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
#NursingSupportWorkersDay is an opportunity to celebrate your colleagues and shine a light on the vital work done by nursing support workers across all settings.
Get involved this weekend, and tag us in your pictures 📸 https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
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“I can't imagine doing anything else.”
There's only two days until #NursingSupportWorkersDay!
We recently spoke to Benita, a team lead senior health care assistant, to hear what she loves about her work. 💛
Watch, share and find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
There's only two days until #NursingSupportWorkersDay!
We recently spoke to Benita, a team lead senior health care assistant, to hear what she loves about her work. 💛
Watch, share and find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
November 21, 2025 at 8:03 AM
“I can't imagine doing anything else.”
There's only two days until #NursingSupportWorkersDay!
We recently spoke to Benita, a team lead senior health care assistant, to hear what she loves about her work. 💛
Watch, share and find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
There's only two days until #NursingSupportWorkersDay!
We recently spoke to Benita, a team lead senior health care assistant, to hear what she loves about her work. 💛
Watch, share and find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
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🚨| Plans to double the Indefinite Leave to Remain qualifying period from five to 10 years will only deepen uncertainty and financial hardship for internationally educated nursing staff.
Ministers must scrap these plans which will only worsen the staffing crisis and put patients at risk. ⬇️
Ministers must scrap these plans which will only worsen the staffing crisis and put patients at risk. ⬇️
Almost 50,000 nursing staff could leave UK under proposed new visa rules, RCN warns | News | Royal College of Nursing
We’re urging ministers to scrap plans to double the Indefinite Leave to Remain qualifying period, which could deepen the staffing crisis and put patient care at risk
bit.ly
November 20, 2025 at 8:50 AM
🚨| Plans to double the Indefinite Leave to Remain qualifying period from five to 10 years will only deepen uncertainty and financial hardship for internationally educated nursing staff.
Ministers must scrap these plans which will only worsen the staffing crisis and put patients at risk. ⬇️
Ministers must scrap these plans which will only worsen the staffing crisis and put patients at risk. ⬇️
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This week is National #SelfCareWeek.
Nursing is a demanding profession, and your wellbeing matters.
Head to our website to find practical tips and resources to help manage physical and emotional stress: https://bit.ly/4p9cp3z
Nursing is a demanding profession, and your wellbeing matters.
Head to our website to find practical tips and resources to help manage physical and emotional stress: https://bit.ly/4p9cp3z
November 17, 2025 at 6:53 PM
This week is National #SelfCareWeek.
Nursing is a demanding profession, and your wellbeing matters.
Head to our website to find practical tips and resources to help manage physical and emotional stress: https://bit.ly/4p9cp3z
Nursing is a demanding profession, and your wellbeing matters.
Head to our website to find practical tips and resources to help manage physical and emotional stress: https://bit.ly/4p9cp3z
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If adverse weather conditions make your journey to work unsafe, check your employer’s policy, speak to your manager early, and don’t take unnecessary risks.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
November 19, 2025 at 10:35 AM
If adverse weather conditions make your journey to work unsafe, check your employer’s policy, speak to your manager early, and don’t take unnecessary risks.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K3UKLJ
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“I don’t think people realise how much we actually do.”
Ahead of #NursingSupportWorkersDay, we spoke to Michelle about her role as a health care assistant, and the feeling of pride she has making a difference to patient care. 💛
Watch, share and get involved this weekend ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
Ahead of #NursingSupportWorkersDay, we spoke to Michelle about her role as a health care assistant, and the feeling of pride she has making a difference to patient care. 💛
Watch, share and get involved this weekend ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
November 19, 2025 at 3:21 PM
“I don’t think people realise how much we actually do.”
Ahead of #NursingSupportWorkersDay, we spoke to Michelle about her role as a health care assistant, and the feeling of pride she has making a difference to patient care. 💛
Watch, share and get involved this weekend ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
Ahead of #NursingSupportWorkersDay, we spoke to Michelle about her role as a health care assistant, and the feeling of pride she has making a difference to patient care. 💛
Watch, share and get involved this weekend ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LLx7bv
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New data show that violence against women remains a global public health crisis.
The new Violence Against Women estimates provides the most comprehensive picture yet of intimate partner and non-partner sexual violence https://bit.ly/3K4vCV9
#EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Day
The new Violence Against Women estimates provides the most comprehensive picture yet of intimate partner and non-partner sexual violence https://bit.ly/3K4vCV9
#EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Day
November 19, 2025 at 3:17 PM
New data show that violence against women remains a global public health crisis.
The new Violence Against Women estimates provides the most comprehensive picture yet of intimate partner and non-partner sexual violence https://bit.ly/3K4vCV9
#EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Day
The new Violence Against Women estimates provides the most comprehensive picture yet of intimate partner and non-partner sexual violence https://bit.ly/3K4vCV9
#EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Day
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RCN Congress returns 18 - 21 May 2026, and you can help shape the agenda.
Find out how you can submit an idea for a debate: https://bit.ly/4peNcVG
#RCN26
Find out how you can submit an idea for a debate: https://bit.ly/4peNcVG
#RCN26
November 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
RCN Congress returns 18 - 21 May 2026, and you can help shape the agenda.
Find out how you can submit an idea for a debate: https://bit.ly/4peNcVG
#RCN26
Find out how you can submit an idea for a debate: https://bit.ly/4peNcVG
#RCN26
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There’s one week left to get ready for #NursingSupportWorkersDay 💛
Whether you’re celebrating at work, at home, or with us in RCN HQ, you can find ways to get involved on our website.
Make sure to tag us in your pictures! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Whether you’re celebrating at work, at home, or with us in RCN HQ, you can find ways to get involved on our website.
Make sure to tag us in your pictures! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
November 16, 2025 at 8:29 AM
There’s one week left to get ready for #NursingSupportWorkersDay 💛
Whether you’re celebrating at work, at home, or with us in RCN HQ, you can find ways to get involved on our website.
Make sure to tag us in your pictures! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Whether you’re celebrating at work, at home, or with us in RCN HQ, you can find ways to get involved on our website.
Make sure to tag us in your pictures! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
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Nursing staff: your contract affects more than your schedule. It shapes your pay, pension and benefits.
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Staff bank vs substantive nursing: key differences explained | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
We break down the key differences in pay, annual leave and pensions so you can make an informed choice between picking up bank shifts or working a substantive role in the NHS
www.rcn.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Nursing staff: your contract affects more than your schedule. It shapes your pay, pension and benefits.
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Safe travels to all our RCN Scotland Reps travelling to Edinburgh for the Scottish 🏴 Activist Conference -be safe and have a great time networking with colleagues and
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
November 12, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Safe travels to all our RCN Scotland Reps travelling to Edinburgh for the Scottish 🏴 Activist Conference -be safe and have a great time networking with colleagues and
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
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Join us to mark Remembrance Day to honour the personal sacrifice of nursing staff in conflicts around the world.
We will remember them.
We will remember them.
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join us to mark Remembrance Day to honour the personal sacrifice of nursing staff in conflicts around the world.
We will remember them.
We will remember them.
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Learning disability nurses are vital, but the workforce is under pressure.
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Learning disability nurses are vital, but the workforce is under pressure.
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr