Nursing is not a ‘calling’ or a ‘vocation’. It’s a highly skilled and safety-critical profession, requiring remarkable dedication, professionalism and expertise.

Nursing staff work in a vast variety of settings – from GP surgeries and hospitals to care homes and prisons. But no matter where you are, the public trust you in their times of need. They turn to you not only for your care and compassion, but for your knowledge, your training and your skills.

Yet despite your invaluable work, the nursing profession is facing huge challenges. That’s why it’s more important than ever to recognise the incredible skill, dedication and impact of nursing.

Join us today as we celebrate #NursesDay and call for every member of nursing staff to receive the recognition you deserve. 

Our sincere thanks to the nursing staff and patients who made the above film possible. Filmed on location with the support of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust and Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust. Nightshift scenes filmed at The Hospital Studios. 

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger, and President Bejoy Sebastian share their appreciation for everything our members do. 

• Get on social media to shout about the value of nursing and show the difference you make. Maybe it’s a reel, a simple text post, a photo of you or a colleague – whatever you feel comfortable sharing. The most important thing is that social media is alive with you and your stories. Check out our graphics which you can download, use #NursesDay and make sure to tag us so we can reshare your posts.