RCN Scotland
Representing nurses, nursing support workers, nursing students and midwives across Scotland
We campaign on issues of concern to nursing staff and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.
Band 5 nursing roles review
Find out more about the review process which is now open for submissions. Download resources to assist you in completing your application.
Share your views on safe staffing
Scotland’s safe staffing legislation - the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019 – came into force last month. We want to understand and measure the impact of the Act.
Safe Staffing in Scotland
Find out more about the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act which comes into force on 1st April 2024 and what Scotland's safe staffing legislation means to you
Nursing pay in Scotland
Safe staffing in Scotland
Our Learning Hub
Learn about the RCN Scotland Library services available to you and how to visit the space.
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RCN Magazine
The RCN Magazine has gone digital. Visit our new online platform for all the usual unmissable features, incisive analysis and expert opinion.
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7 Nov 2023
RCN Scotland responds to publication of Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Action Plan
The publication this week of the Scottish government’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Action Plan recognises the essential clinical role of nursing in Scotland’s mental health services. It also acknowledges the need for significant improvements in workforce planning as well as action to tackle recruitment and retention challenges in mental health nursing.
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31 Oct 2023
RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards – nominations now open
Entries are open for Scotland’s most prestigious nursing awards, with the title of RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year 2024 up for grabs.
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Contact RCN Scotland
Find out who to contact and how to find us.
Arrange a meeting in the RCN Scotland HQ in Edinburgh in advance by calling 0345 772 6100.
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Page last updated - 17/06/2024