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🧵 "People that have the most violence against them is the constant 24/7 presence - it's nurses"
Last night, Professor Nicola Ranger appeared on Newsnight with Wes Streeting, highlighting how a lack of staff is driving people in crisis towards hospitals and emergency departments youtu.be/fPh8_xiQg_4
Today we've released a devastating report on the crisis of patients being treated in inappropriate settings in our NHS.
With over 5000 testimonies from nursing staff, the report reveals how widespread this crisis has become, and how it's putting lives at risk.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3WiS8wB
Almost 7 in 10 (67%) respondents to an RCN survey said they're delivering care in over-crowded or unsuitable places
Nursing staff are being forced to deliver care in inappropriate settings every day.
Patient safety is being compromised.
The true extent of the corridor care crisis has been revealed in our new report, using the testimonies of over 5,000 NHS nursing staff.
Read it here: https://bit.ly/3WiS8wB
The nursing profession has expressed its shock and sadness after a nurse was stabbed and left in a ‘critical condition’ at the Royal Oldham Hospital on Saturday night.
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The UK government cannot understand the impact of care in corridors on patients, families and staff if it isn't being reported.
Alongside a coalition of organisations, we’ve written to Wes Streeting MP and NHS England calling for mandatory reporting.
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The previous UK govt cut vital funding for health workforce development in vulnerable countries the UK is recruiting thousands of nursing staff from.
The govt has a duty to fix these cuts & invest in the domestic nursing workforce.
Read more below & in our briefing: bit.ly/428Z973
Being subject to an NMC hearing can bring shock, confusion, anxiety, depression and many more complicated emotions.
We're here to help you through. It can be difficult to know where to start, so here’s our guide. ⬇️
The missing link here is the nursing workforce.
Nursing is crucial to a better future for health and social care, but there are tens of thousands of vacancies across every part of the system and every region in England.
Nursing is an amazing career. Professor Nicola Ranger told @bbclaurak.bsky.social this morning how the government must act to entice staff into the profession to halt the workforce crisis.
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The first branch meeting and learning event of the year is on Thursday 30th January at The Harbour Hospital in Blackpool. Further details will be confirmed in the new year and registration will open shortly.
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Alcohol addiction is steeped in stigma, but having a conversation about it can be crucial.
Hear from mental health nurse and addiction specialist Ellie, as she shares practical advice for talking to colleagues about this tricky topic.
Not long left to make your nomination for the 2025 RCN Awards! ✨
You have until 13 January to nominate a member of nursing staff you think goes above and beyond, so don’t delay.
Make a nomination here ▶️
Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, wishes all our members a Happy New Year and looks ahead to another crucial year for the nursing profession.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4fFUXhV
✅ The power of checklists!
Learn how the RCN Nursing Workforce Standards can help you ensure the delivery of safe and effective patient care: https://buff.ly/41ILwLk
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Wishing all of our members a Happy New Year. 🎊
Thank you for everything that you do to care for patients and their loved ones - not just over the festive period, but 365 days a year.
Whether you've been caring for patients on the wards, preparing meals, portering, prescribing, operating or supporting behind the scenes – thank you for your incredible dedication this year.
Wishing you a very Happy New Year. ✨
Your work and tireless dedication to nursing and your patients act as an inspiration to all of us. All of those honoured today should be proud of what you do in representing the very best of the profession.
Congratulations to all nursing staff who have been recognised in the New Year Honours.
Read more: https://buff.ly/4a0FLLb
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2025 New Year’s resolution: join a union ✅
Whether you're already in the nursing profession or are planning on entering, join over half a million nursing staff and become an RCN member: https://buff.ly/4iM6VcA
Looking for professional development opportunities in 2025?
Stay up-to-date with our publications, Nursing Workforce Standards and explore our courses.
Discover more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gi8OvQ
What did we achieve in 2024?
☑️ Securing the pay rises our members deserve through job evaluations
☑️ Launched the RCN Activist Academy to power-up our organising
☑️ Successfully campaigned to repeal anti-union laws
Want to be part of the change in 2025?
Get involved 📣
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RCN Libraries host a variety of exhibitions and events to support the nursing profession.
Discover what’s coming up in 2025 ➡️ https://buff.ly/401xSSp
The first branch meeting and learning event of the year is on Thursday 30th January at The Harbour Hospital in Blackpool. Further details will be confirmed in the new year and registration will open shortly.
www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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The government's proposed pay increase of just 2.8% won't fix the crisis in nursing.
We need direct pay talks with government over NHS pay in England to value nursing and protect patients.
Sign our open letter to call for your MP’s support. http://buff.ly/3VDEkfN
🗓️ A date for your 2025 diary!
RCN Congress returns between 12-15 May 2025. Join us in Liverpool for four days of enriching professional and personal development. #RCN25
Find out more, and follow us to hear when you can book your place:https://buff.ly/41CGRL2
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Our forums and networks cover a wide range nursing specialisms and their work helps to shape the nursing profession.
Find out how you can get more involved and learn more about the work of your forum on our website: https://buff.ly/3DmZJUc
Seasons greetings from the Royal College of Nursing
Thank you to our members working over the festive period.
We extend our warmest wishes to nursing staff of every faith and for those celebrating Christmas, we wish you a peaceful and enjoyable time.
The North West regional office will close at 4pm today and reopen on Thursday 2 January. If need our help over that period, RCN Direct is here for you. Visit www.rcn.org.uk/get-help
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We’re calling on the UK government to act with 'unparalleled ambition' to invest in and reimagine the nursing specialty as course acceptances and staff numbers are shown to be falling at an alarming rate.
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On Behalf of the branch Executive team we would like to wish all our members no matter whether your working or spending your time at home or with family or friends then we wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year, may 2025 bring you all some peace and happiness
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On Behalf of the branch Executive team we would like to wish all our members no matter whether your working or spending your time at home or with family or friends then we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, may 2025 bring you all some peace and happiness
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