The nurse behind the medal

I am donating a medal to the RCN Archive awarded to Harriet Maud Goulder for her service in the First World War. I researched her story and was asked to share a few words with the History of Nursing Forum about her life and why her story meant something to me.

Swimming in a sea of stories: creating opportunities for children and young people to talk about their pain through storytelling

As a children’s nurse, I’ve listened to and engaged with countless stories told by children, young people and their families as well those told by colleagues. Many of these stories have been ‘pain stories’; stories that reveal something about how pain affects a child’s lifeworld.

Looking ahead: priorities for the future of nursing

RCN President Bejoy Sebastian outlines his priorities following his re-election, as well as reflecting on our Indefinite Leave to Remain report and our ratios briefing and new resource.

Advocating, Connecting and Celebrating: Recent Highlights from My Committee Role

Dave Parry shares highlights of his work with the RCN UK Nursing Support Workers Committee from   the past few months.

World Patient Safety Day 2026: Safe care for life

In this blog for World Patient Safety Day 2026, Kim Ball, Jane Ball and Rose Gallagher share what this year's theme means to nursing from their perspective, through the lens of prevention, safe staffing, and sustainability. 

Patient safety, rehabilitation and sustainability: what justice health care can teach us

Abi Bartlett, Chair of the RCN Nursing in Justice and Forensic Health Care Forum and Forum Chairs Group, explores how rehabilitation, health education and addressing inequalities can support both safer care and more sustainable outcomes. 

Helping patients to self-care in the community

A reflection on my journey through the development of a digital resource to support nurses in promoting self-care.

Hypo Awareness Week 2026

Chair of the RCN Diabetes Forum, Amanda Williams, talks about Hypo Awareness Week, why it matters for nursing teams and how you can get involved.

World Suicide Prevention Day: Creating a Nursing Workforce That Feels Valued, Supported and Safe

MIRROR Cycle: Reflecting through menopause

Menopause can affect nurses’ wellbeing, confidence and working lives. Professor Camille Cronin introduces the MIRROR Cycle, developed through an international nurse-led research collaboration to help women reflect on their experiences, identify support and move forward.