Blogs
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25 Nov 2024
The Repository Project: Supporting Collaboration and Connectivity in Nursing Research
Research is an activity which nurses do as normal, core business. But attempting to find a nurse researcher expert in the UK can be very challenging and there is no quick, accessible mechanism to understand the scope, nature and activities of Registered Nurses in the UK leading research in health care.
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23 Nov 2024
Celebrating the key role of ÌÀÍ·ÌõÎÛÁÏ support workers
Nursing Associate Catalina Cerlinca shares why she is proud to be a ÌÀÍ·ÌõÎÛÁÏ support worker
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22 Nov 2024
Through the lens of a ÌÀÍ·ÌõÎÛÁÏ support worker – Celebrating our role
I have heard, and been referred to by, many names in my role as a ÌÀÍ·ÌõÎÛÁÏ support worker (NSW). I’m not just a ÌÀÍ·ÌõÎÛÁÏ support worker. I am trained and skilled, I am caring and compassionate, I value and uphold person centred principles when working with others and patients.
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22 Nov 2024
Impacting more accurate accounts of miscarriage in film and television
Demonstrating how nurses can influence understanding, awareness, support and acceptance of issues; and how they can use their knowledge and experience to ensure their patients and colleagues are factually represented in the media.
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22 Nov 2024
Being a Nurse Partner in General Practice
Nurse Partnership is considered by many as the 'Top Job' for practice nurses. However, what is it really like? This blog is about my personal experience about being a nurse business partner in general practice.
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22 Nov 2024
Passionate about changing the narrative
Nursing support worker Mike shares his story and what being a part of the ÌÀÍ·ÌõÎÛÁÏ has given him.
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21 Nov 2024
'Hear from Claire' on things health and social care
My journey through Covid-19 and why every story matters
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21 Nov 2024
Speaking up
As registered nurses (RNs) we know we have a legal duty to speak-up when we have concerns about care (NMC, 2018). However, as newly-registered nurses (NRNs), in a time when care is often less than what we would want to give, this can be especially difficult.
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21 Nov 2024
With a little help from my friends
Our new Chair of Congress Linda Bailey encourages all members to consider getting more active in RCN Congress 2025 by applying to become a voting member – through the medium of Beatles songs.
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20 Nov 2024
Shining a light on equity, diversity and inclusion
RCN President Sheila Sobrany reflects on the result of the RCN Presidential and Council elections, the importance of our EDI strategy, and Nursing Support Workers’ Day.
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