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Publications

RCN publications cover a wide range of topics varying from clinical guidance to employment relations issues to advice on bullying. To reproduce RCN publications please complete the copyright request form and we’ll be in touch.



  • 14 Nov 2023

    Library and Archive Service quarterly report: April-June 2023.

    Publication Code : 011 291

    Library and Archive Service quarterly report: April-June 2023.

  • 14 Nov 2023

    Library and Archive Service quarterly report: January-March 2023.

    Publication Code : 011 290

    Library and Archive Service quarterly report: January-March 2023.

  • 6 Nov 2023

    Genital Examination in Women

    Publication Code : 011 162

    This latest edition provides standards and sample assessment tools for training in genital examination in women for registered nurses working in sexual and reproductive health settings, and related health and social care settings.

  • 3 Nov 2023

    Promoting efficiency and saving money in health and social care in Wales - English version

    Publication Code : 011 248

    This publication presents a range of suggestions which could deliver greater efficiency and value for health and social care in Wales. Some are directly related to patients or patient care. Others concern systems and approaches to delivering health care. This paper aims to be a useful starting point for realistic conversations about financial efficiency in the health and social care sector. This publication is also available in Welsh under code 011 249.

  • 3 Nov 2023

    Promoting efficiency and saving money in health and social care in Wales - Welsh version

    Publication Code : 011 249

    This publication presents a range of suggestions which could deliver greater efficiency and value for health and social care in Wales. Some are directly related to patients or patient care. Others concern systems and approaches to delivering health care. This paper aims to be a useful starting point for realistic conversations about financial efficiency in the health and social care sector. This publication is also available in English under code 011 248.

  • 1 Nov 2023

    Modern Slavery and Trafficking

    Publication Code : 011 241

    More than 49 million people are trapped in modern slavery across the globe. This guidance has been reviewed and updated to help nurses and midwives identify victims of slavery and help people find the assistance and support they need.

  • 1 Nov 2023

    Domestic Abuse

    Publication Code : 011 242

    Domestic abuse is a significant safeguarding issue in all societies and is a challenge for everyone. This guidance has been reviewed and updated in response to the recognition by the RCN of the need for nurses, midwives and health care support workers and all health care professionals to have an understanding of the impact of the domestic abuse of patients, clients and colleagues.

  • 1 Nov 2023

    Domestic Abuse Position Statement

    Publication Code : 011 243

    Domestic abuse is both complex and commonplace, and impacts on everyone, either personally or professionally. This updated publication outlines the RCN’s position on domestic abuse and our work to raise awareness of the issue amongst health care professionals. It also includes details of resources for further information.

  • 17 Oct 2023

    Library and Archive Service quarterly report: September-December 2022.

    Publication Code : 010 894

    Library and Archive Service quarterly report: September-December 2022

  • 12 Oct 2023

    RCN Peer Support: Removing Disabling Barriers at Work

    Publication Code : 011 136

    This guidance provides tools and approaches to remove barriers at work for health care professionals with long-term conditions, physical impairments, mental ill health and neurodiversity. It has been created based on the lived experience of the RCN Peer Support Group.