‘Don't mistake kindness for weakness’: get to know Nicola Ranger
From dodging crossfire in Karachi, to steering a major NHS trust through the pandemic
What the RCN is doing to protect nursing staff as the assisted dying bill progresses through parliament
Here’s what nursing staff need to know about the assisted dying bill for England and Wales
5 ways to make yourself more employable
RCN Careers Coach Julie Watkins shares 5 practical tips to boost your employability
Corridor care: 'Devastating testimony' shows patients are coming to harm
Could you be a nurse prescriber?
Samantha says the qualification has expanded her knowledge and made her a better practitioner
NMC hearings: what to expect
Understand the process and how the RCN can support you
Sign, speech and symbols: using Makaton in nursing
Claire explains how using Makaton on social media is helping her make health care more accessible
How to plan for winter in a care home
5 tips for efficient preparation
What is vicarious trauma?
Witnessing distressing events can have a lasting impact. Discover the signs
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News
'Nurse' title must be protected, says RCN
We’re urging the UK government and political parties to back a proposed bill that will protect the title
Corridor care: public backs RCN demands for swift government action
We're reiterating calls for urgent intervention as a poll finds half of the public think it should take the government no longer than a year to solve the corridor care crisis, if it acts now
NHS consultation: 'new draft nursing profiles don’t value clinical expertise'
We're calling for further refinement of the Agenda for Change draft profiles for bands 7 to 9. More differentiation is needed for each band, and the role of reflective practice in nursing leadership needs to be included.
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Opinion
Inclusive language between colleagues
Insensitivity can make colleagues feel isolated, here's how to confront it
How to plan for winter in a care home
5 tips for efficient preparation
Nicola reflects on the nursing staff who paved the way for the profession today
Nicola reflects on the nursing staff who paved the way for the profession today
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Clinical
Kidney cancer: spotting the signs
With no obvious symptoms for many, it can be hard to detect – here's what you need to look out for
Nutrition: getting it right for older people
From kiwis and peanut butter, to smoothies and ice lollies, discover some surprising tips
How to perform a diabetes foot check
Follow our step-by-step guide to this simple, limb-saving procedure
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Advice
A first-hand account of poor treatment at work and what to do if it happens to you
An RCN member recalls the time a colleague shouted at her, and what she'd do differently now
Top tips to reduce car insurance costs
Some simple steps to help you cut the price of your premium
How we're fighting for the rights of independent health and social care staff
Your big questions answered on pay, terms and conditions, and how we can help
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People
‘Don't mistake kindness for weakness’: get to know Nicola Ranger
From dodging crossfire in Karachi, to steering a major NHS trust through the pandemic
Sign, speech and symbols: using Makaton in nursing
Claire explains how using Makaton on social media is helping her make health care more accessible
Video: 'When I was homeless I wasn't able to work – now I'm back helping patients'
Find out how the RCN Foundation helped Lily and her family get back on their feet
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Wellbeing
What is vicarious trauma?
Witnessing distressing events can have a lasting impact. Discover the signs
10 ways to protect your mental health
How nursing students can prioritise wellbeing while studying
Students: conquer placement nerves
Nervous about an upcoming placement? You're not alone
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Career
5 ways to make yourself more employable
RCN Careers Coach Julie Watkins shares 5 practical tips to boost your employability
Could you be a nurse prescriber?
Samantha says the qualification has expanded her knowledge and made her a better practitioner
From asylum seekers to nursing staff
How the RCN is helping displaced people explore health care careers
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Action
What nursing staff need to know about the Mental Health Bill
What's in the bill? Read our guide for nursing staff
What the RCN is doing to protect nursing staff as the assisted dying bill progresses through parliament
Here’s what nursing staff need to know about the assisted dying bill for England and Wales
Employment Rights Bill explained for nursing staff
The RCN is pushing the UK government to improve the working rights of its members
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