Independent health and social care in Wales

Many of our members in Wales are employed in independent health and social care (IHSC).

This includes members working in settings outside the NHS such as:

Care homes
Nursing agencies
Independent hospitals
General practices

As the voice of nursing, we’re committed to connecting, engaging and representing nursing staff, no matter what sector or setting you’re employed in.

This page signposts to useful information and resources about IHSC in Wales. For more general information about IHSC across the UK, please see our ‘Nursing across independent health and social care’ page.

Celebrating our IHSC members in Wales

Celebrate Care Home Open Week

This is an opportunity for care homes to create lasting connections in the local community and share more about what they do.

RCN Wales Nurse of the Year Awards

Celebrate with us by nominating your nursing champion who demonstrates a passion for their profession - nominations now open!

Read her latest blog

More guidance and resources

Most of our resources are useful to all members, no matter what sector or setting you’re employed in. Visit our advice guides and subject guides for more resources.