Katrina Cooper

Lidia and Emma Jane welcomed Steph, Head of organising to Craigavon this week. She enjoyed meeting members and seeing the rep's at work. #union #reps #nursing #rcn @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social @rcnactivism.bsky.social

On Monday we welcomed Safiah one of our new activist engagement officers to the Belfast office. She started her visit off with a ward walk hosted by our RVH rep Janine—connecting with members, and hearing local concerns. @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social @rcnactivism.bsky.social

📝Reminder
Northern branch AGM tonight
#agm #rcn #organising #nursesvoice

It's Belle's favourite month when we do our Walk 100km with your dog in October for the Samaritans

If anyone can spare some pennies. I would be very grateful 💚

fundraise.samaritans.ie/s/1127/1132

#samaritans #worldmentalhealthday

Today is World Mental Health day and we're reminding everyone to check in and catch up with someone you care about.A simple conversation with a friend, family member,colleague or neighbour can have a positive impact on their mental health.

💚Samaritans
☎️ 116 123
✉️ jo@samaritans.org
#mentalhealth

RCN Director, Rita Devlin said earlier

“It is nothing short of shameful that it is our own Northern Ireland politicians who are forcing nursing staff in Northern Ireland back onto the picket lines in order to get the pay award that has been recommended, and which they all agreed should be paid.”

Today I had the pleasure of attending the Belfast Trust Welcome Event at Belfast Castle alongside RCN rep, Janine.

It was great chatting with the newly qualified nurses as they embark on their first posts. Wishing you all every success as you begin your nursing careers. #RCN #BelfastTrust #Nursing

In 1951, trade unions bought Wortley Hall to create a space for education, rest, and collective strength. I was lucky enough to be there last week for training—amazing sessions, rich history, and a real sense of history in every room. #union
#learning #UnionTraining

Attended the RCN NI History of Nursing Network on Friday evening for a commemorative event to honour the thousands of nurses from across Ireland who made a profound contribution to WW2 which marked the 80th anniversary of the war’s end. #rcn #history #historyofnursing #ww2history

The RCN South Western Branch AGM will take place on Monday 29 September from 7pm to 8pm on MS Teams. If you attend one branch meeting a year, make sure it's the AGM! Register now to support your local branch: https://bit.ly/4nfsq7I

Started my TU course with an inspiring session, learning about the fierce voices who shaped early struggles for justice and equality, reminding me just how far women have come, and how much further we can go.Grateful to be learning,reflecting,and building solidarity. #Union #RadicalWomen #Solidarity

Attended a Team Day with my institute colleagues.

Loved the sessions, learned loads, and left feeling inspired by the ideas and people around me. Looking forward to putting it all into practice and collaborating with brilliant minds across the RCN. #ProfessionalGrowth #Collaboration #union #rcn

📝 Reminder

RCN Southern branch AGM is tomorrow.

Sign up and join the meeting to make a difference in shaping your local branch activities

#rcn #nursesvoice #agm

The RCN staff have attended Queens and Magee to meet first year nurses over the last week. It's been great chatting to the student nurses and welcoming them to the RCN. Good luck in your studies. Haven't signed up yet, click the link below 👇
#rcn #studentnurse #study

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RCN South Eastern branch's walking group had a lovely walk from Bushmills to Portballintrae on Saturday and we were so lucky to experience all four seasons.

New Rep Connect: Your new online space for support and ideas | Royal College of Nursing Introducing New Rep Connect

🚀 Launching soon: New Rep Connect - our first community on the brand new RCN Activism App!

An online space for reps accredited in the past 2 years to share ideas, ask questions and get support from peers. 📱

Read all about it in Sharon Osborne's blog: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

📝 Reminder

Belfast and South Eastern branches AGMs are tomorrow.

Sign up and join the meeting to make a difference in shaping your local branch activities

🎓Both have two interesting guest speakers

@rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social

This morning, Janine and I were chatting with members in the Critical Care Building, RVH.

We had some great conversations about the benefits available through the RCN, from professional support to resources like the fantastic library, and issues members are facing.
@rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social

RCN rep, Janine Compston and myself attended the Belfast Trust welcome event for their new starts today at Belfast Castle. Great speaking to our members and recruiting new members. @rcn.org.uk @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social

Janine Compton, steward from the Belfast Trust, has been carrying out drop ins to wards in the Royal every Monday and discussing issues that matter to our members. @rcn.org.uk @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social

Fantastic weekend working alongside our members and colleagues, representing @rcn.org.uk at 🌈 @manchesterpride.bsky.social 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A huge thank you to everyone who took part, helped organise, or stopped by our stall in the Community Lane.

#RCN #ManchesterPride #Inclusion #Diversity #Nursing #LGBTQIA+

After the consultation: what next in the strategy to win fair pay? | Royal College of Nursing Join General Secretary Professor Nicola Ranger for a live online session with Voting Volunteers and reps. We’ll debrief on the NHS pay consultation results and talk next steps in the fight for fair pa...

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

RCN: NI nurses lodge dispute after rejecting pay offer The dispute, with the Northern Ireland Executive, Department of Health and health and social care employers, follows results of a ballot.

The RCN has lodged a formal pay dispute with the Northern Ireland Executive, Department of Health and HSC employers. The dispute focuses on the continuing absence of a 2025-2026 pay award for HSC nursing staff in Northern Ireland.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

A graphic by the Royal College of Nursing stating "NHS and HSC pay consultations result are in: 3.6% is NOT enough," on a blue and yellow background.

We asked if 3.6% was enough. In record numbers, RCN members have said it is not.

You need to see reform to nursing pay that makes a difference. We’re finished fighting for scraps every year.

Ministers must use the summer to reach agreement that will deliver for nursing.

Read more: buff.ly/gka9Gli

Uppa nurses 🏳️‍🌈
We all had the best day at Pride in Belfast yesterday.
#pride #belfastpride #rcn

⏰ We're into the last few hours to vote in the RCN pay consultation

🗳️ use your voice and vote

📢 ask a colleague to vote

🦁 Let’s charge into this final stretch with the power and passion of the Lionesses 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

#rcn #nursespay #vote #lastdaytovote @rcn.org.uk @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social

‼️ ATTENTION ‼️

⏰ *Last weekend* to have your say on *3.6%* - is it enough?

🗳️ If you’re eligible, make sure you vote before *11.59pm Sunday* when our consultation closes.

🗣️ *Make your voice heard*: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved/Have-your-say#pay

📣 Attention NHS/HSC members in England, Wales and NI

4 days left to Get Out the Vote! 🗣️

Today, can you find one member who hasn't voted yet and convince them to vote?

Keep sharing the link: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved/Have-your-say#pay

Keep up the good work 💪

🗓️ Today myself and Janine will be in RVH look out for us or send a DM if you would like us to visit your ward. #rcn #nursesvoice #nursespay #union