Blogs
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blog posts
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17 Aug 2023
Progressing our 2023 workforce report recommendations
In May we published our second annual Nursing Workforce in Scotland Report. If you haven’t already seen it, it’s worth a read.
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11 Aug 2023
How member experiences are helping shape guidance on implementing safe staffing legislation
At RCN Scotland, our Safe Staffing work programme is a key focus across all our teams. We’ve been helping shape the statutory guidance that will support implementation of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019 (or HCSA).
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2 Aug 2023
Getting future proofed
Thoughts from the Chair of the North West Regional Board.
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2 Aug 2023
Using technology to improve pain management in care homes
Carol Dale, Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in Scotland, discusses how independent care nurses are exploring ways to improve pain management, including using digital technology.
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29 Jul 2023
Get ready to vote in the consultative ballot on the new Welsh government offer
Nicky Hughes, Associate Director of Nursing (Employment Relations), talks about the importance of using your vote.
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28 Jul 2023
Nursing Speaks Out
Pat Cullen reflects on the role of nursing in shaping the political agenda.
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27 Jul 2023
Significance of work on pay system and nursing workforce can't be overstated
There's a lot at stake this summer, says Colin Poolman, and positive action needs to happen sooner rather than later to build the sustainable nursing workforce that Scotland needs.
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27 Jul 2023
Is mental health nursing being diluted?
Stephen Jones, our Professional Lead for Mental Health, discusses the concerns of nursing staff about the future of mental health nursing in the UK.
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27 Jul 2023
Older people and living with HIV
Older people are living longer with HIV across the UK, which is a cause for celebration.
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26 Jul 2023
Learn from the past but look to the future
Our NW Regional Director reflects on the last few months.
