Employment Relations

We work with a range of organisations and our members in providing high quality care.

We understand the complex business environment and the specific demands of organisations delivering services across health and social care. We’re always keen to work with organisations to explore how we can work in partnership to improve your service delivery and the workplace environment.

In addition to the many organisations we work with in the public sector, we already work with more than 50 independent organisations. We also have strategic relationships with government departments across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, in addition to active professional and political alliances throughout Europe and internationally.

We are a professional trade union and will work with you to develop policies and procedures that are appropriate for your entire workforce. We’re responsive to the changing demands of your service. We’ll bring a professional and nursing dimension to your workplace which will enable a flow of information and resources to the employer at no cost, while your staff keep abreast of developments in best nursing practice.

The benefits of a partnership

Partnerships between employers and trade unions have been shown to bring better communication, improved customer satisfaction, fewer disciplinaries, lower sickness absence, lower staff turnover, better training, staff involvement in implementing change and much more.

This all contributes to a better environment for all staff and those they care for, as well as financial and productivity benefits for your organisation. You will discover that some of your business costs will be reduced through improved efficiency and performance.

For more information, read an overview of how the RCN can support your business. Additional information on the different types of formal partnerships with the RCN which can benefit you and your employees as well as your patients or clients can be found on our employment partnerships page.