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Supporting the nursing cadet scheme
I am Sam Thomas and I have recently joined the Prince of Wales Nursing Cadet Scheme as Scheme Administrator.
Updated: 15 July 2023 -
"Seeing vulnerable people treated without dignity and respect made me determined to complete my nurse training"
Sam Preston, Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care for the East Midlands, discusses how her career in nursing led her to the RCN and why improving patients’ experiences has always been at the heart of her work.
Updated: 19 November 2023 -
Public show strong support for nursing student loan forgiveness scheme
New polling shows 76% of the public would support student loans being written off for nurses who work in the NHS or other public services. We're urging the Chancellor to act in the budget.
Updated: 5 March 2024 -
Budget 2024: Chancellor’s political choices will deepen nursing crisis
Today’s budget offers nothing for nursing, despite an escalating workforce crisis, as the Chancellor plays politics with the long-term future of our profession.
Updated: 6 March 2024 -
International Workers’ Memorial Day – Organising for safer workplaces
In her second blog as Chair of the RCN UK Safety Representatives’ Committee, Elspeth Caithness looks at why we need to get organised on health and safety in the workplace.
Updated: 24 September 2023 -
From RCN Steward to Council member: why you should consider joining the Nursing Support Workers Committee
My branch chair encouraged me to stand for a position representing the northern region on the Nursing Support Workers’ Committee. I’m so glad I ignored my initial worries and went for it.
Updated: 29 October 2023 -
Raising the voice of independent health and social care staff in Wales
Lisa Kieh, our Independent Sector and Community Adviser for Wales, discusses the challenges faced by members in independent health and social care and the work she’s been doing to support them.
Updated: 23 August 2023 -
Working with the RCN to provide placements for RCN nursing cadets
My name is Ffion, and I am the Placement Lead for Cardiff and Vale UHB.
Updated: 20 January 2024 -
A defining moment for nursing
RCN Chief Nurse Nicola Ranger discusses our new definition of nursing and how the RCN is seeking to influence governments and policymakers on issues around safe staffing and effective care.
Updated: 2 October 2023 -
At the Sharp End
Chukwudubem (Chuks) Ifeajuna, RCN South East Safety Rep Committee Member looks at the RCN’s work to protect members from sharps injuries.
Updated: 9 October 2023
