Blogs

I am thrilled to share with you the findings of our recent research study on advance care planning in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.  As a co-author of this study, I believe our findings hold great significance for your day-to-day practice, providing valuable insights into improving care and communication with care home residents and their families.

Decisions from Congress feed into the work of the RCN's committees

Following her first RNC Congress, the Eastern region member of the Professional Nursing Committee (PNC), Alison Paterson, talks about how the decisions made during Congress feed into the work of the RCN committees.

Nursing in the spotlight at #RCN23

RCN President Sheila Sobrany shares her highlights from RCN Congress 2023, where thousands of members engaged in debates, discussions, and decision-making.

Celebrating Nurses’ Day the Care Home way

Earlier this month nursing staff across the world celebrated international nurses’ day, the anniversary of Florence Nightingales birth and an opportunity to recognise and showcase the important contribution nursing staff make.

Personal reflections on winning the RCN Nurse of the Year Independent Sector Award 2022

Winning an award in recognition of work accomplished is indeed the highlight of any career, but I would add that winning when you are least expecting it makes it even more incredible!

What it means to be an RCN NI Network Lead

I joined the RCN membership in September 1983 as a pupil nurse and have maintained my membership throughout my nursing career. However, my engagement levels increased after I attended “The Leading For Care” programme in 2013.

Passion successfully reignited for another year

Congress is over for another year and what a Congress it was for me. As well as being immersed in Congress business, it was so nice to be on the south coast by the sea, have some down time to relax with colleagues and enjoy the sea air. 

PANS PANDAS: A mysterious and debilitating paediatric disorder

Raising awareness of PANS PANDAS and the RCN's co-signing of the recent position statement.

Member power: reflections from the picket lines

As RCN Congress considers how members can build on the undeniable collective power of their voices to further strengthen their influence and positive public opinion, Nicky Hughes, RCN Wales Director of Nursing (Employment Relations) shares strike day highlights from members who were on the picket lines in December.

Recognising World IBD Day - 19 May 2023

IBD is a significant disease and most nurses working in GI will have contact with patients with IBD, often at their most vulnerable. Nurses working within IBD care have an important role within the care and management of people living with IBD providing holistic, advanced care.