RCN Lothian and Borders

A promotional banner for the Royal College of Nursing exhibition 'You Mean the World: Nursing in a Climate Crisis'. It features a graphic of a hand holding a watercolour-style globe with the title text, all of which is against an ombre red-orange, colourful and textured background.

There's plenty of time to visit 'You Mean the World: Nursing in a Climate Crisis' in Edinburgh, @rcnlandb.bsky.social.

Explore the history of air pollution, recycling and re-use and learn how nursing teams are taking climate action today.

More info: bit.ly/44BzaWG

#YouMeanTheWorld #HistNursing

A quote card that says "The resolutions are an essential part of ensuring the RCN continues to serve and represent its members with transparency, accountability, and professionalism. I urge all members to vote in favour of these resolutions." Natalie Brooks, Vice Chair of RCN Council

At the AGM this week, we'll be asking members to vote on six resolutions. Find out more about the resolutions and make sure to submit your proxy vote by 2pm 15 July, or register attend on 17 July. ➡️ buff.ly/TRbxmvy

RCN Scotland 2026 Scottish Parliament election survey Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

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Can you help us shape our priorities for the RCN Scotland campaign for the next Scottish Parliament election in May 2026?

Tell us what you think by taking this 5 minute survey 👇👇👇

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Royal College of Nursing graphic encouraging newly registered nurses to participate in a survey. Text reads 'How hard has it been for you & your classmates to secure a place as a newly registered nurse?' & includes a 'Take our survey' call to action.

In your final year of nursing studies? Tell us about your experiences applying for newly registered nurse roles.

We want to understand more so we can lobby politicians across the UK to ensure there are nursing jobs available for you after graduation.

It only takes a few minutes: buff.ly/Cj12k4R

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Resident Doctors in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 vote for industrial action

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RCN Scotland 2026 Scottish Parliament election survey Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MEMBERS🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Can you help us shape our priorities for the RCN Scotland campaign for the next Scottish Parliament election in May 2026?

Tell us what you think by taking this 5 minute survey 👇👇👇

surveys.rcn.org.uk/s/2026electi...

RCN Scotland 2026 Scottish Parliament election survey Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MEMBERS🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Can you help us shape our priorities for the RCN Scotland campaign for the next Scottish Parliament election in May 2026?

Tell us what you think by taking this 5 minute survey 👇👇👇

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Promotional image for NHS Research Scotland featuring two individuals at a table, one showing a brochure to the other. The text reads, "People across Scotland encouraged to support major health research campaign". Includes a 'More Info' link to nrs.org.uk/news and a publish date of 16 June 2025."

People across Scotland are being encouraged to sign up to a free UK-wide health research registry, which is aimed at helping to improve health and care and ultimately save lives. #BePartofResearch @nihr.bsky.social

Read the full story 🔗 www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/news/people-...

Have your say | Royal College of Nursing Use your voice in consultations, ballots, surveys, elections and resolutions.

The NHS turns 77 today. We recognise and thank the generations of nursing staff who have contributed so much. 💙

Nursing is fundamental to the continued existence of the NHS and deserves to be valued for the safety-critical profession it is by governments across the UK ⬇️ buff.ly/M2UMdOQ

#NHS77

Two speech bubbles with overlaying text that says Have your say. RCN AGM: Apply for your proxy vote by 2pm on 15 July.

There are just over two weeks until our AGM.

Want to vote, but not sure you’ll be able to make it in person or online? You can appoint the Chair of the Meeting, the Chair of RCN Council, your local Council rep or someone else attending the AGM to be your proxy.

Find out more: buff.ly/U8QIBNz

Pride In Nursing | Campaigns | Royal College of Nursing Find out how you can work with us to promote equality of opportunity for LGBTQ+ staff and patients and raise awareness.

Getting together with friends and colleagues is a great way to celebrate Pride this summer.

Have a look at our website for RCN events near you this month and join the #PrideInNursing conversation using the hashtag 🗣️ 🏳️‍🌈

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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Our Band 5 Review Roadshow is coming to

💙 NHS BORDERS 💙

next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

3 JULY
Borders General Hospital Canteen

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RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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Our Band 5 Review Roadshow is coming to

💙 NHS BORDERS 💙

next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

3 JULY
Borders General Hospital Canteen

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

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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DONT MISS OUR

Band 5 Review Roadshow coming to @nhslothian.bsky.social next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

2 July - Western General Hospital Front Entrance OPD Building

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RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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DONT MISS OUR

Band 5 Review Roadshow coming to @nhslothian.bsky.social next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

2 July - Western General Hospital Front Entrance OPD Building

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

RCN Scotland 2026 Scottish Parliament election survey Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MEMBERS🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Can you help us shape our priorities for the RCN Scotland campaign for the next Scottish Parliament election in May 2026?

Tell us what you think by taking this 5 minute survey 👇👇👇

surveys.rcn.org.uk/s/2026electi...

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MEMBERS🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Our Band 5 Review Roadshow is coming to

💙 NHS BORDERS 💙

next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

3 JULY
Borders General Hospital Canteen

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

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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DONT MISS OUR

Band 5 Review Roadshow coming to @nhslothian.bsky.social next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

2 July - Western General Hospital Front Entrance OPD Building

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

RCN Scotland 2026 Scottish Parliament election survey Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MEMBERS🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Can you help us shape our priorities for the RCN Scotland campaign for the next Scottish Parliament election in May 2026?

Tell us what you think by taking this 5 minute survey 👇👇👇

surveys.rcn.org.uk/s/2026electi...

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿MEMBERS🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Our Band 5 Review Roadshow is coming to

💙 NHS BORDERS 💙

next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

3 JULY
Borders General Hospital Canteen

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

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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DONT MISS OUR

Band 5 Review Roadshow coming to @nhslothian.bsky.social next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

2 July - Western General Hospital Front Entrance OPD Building

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First day in full team colours as a new union rep.

Off to a drop in on the Band 5 Review

@rcn.org.uk @rcnlibraries.bsky.social

Fabulous!!! Well done and welcome aboard! 🤩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #TeamRCN @rcn.org.uk

If you are an RCN member and need to contact the advice team, call

📞 0345 772 6100

8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays

9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends

If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️

rcn.org.uk/membership

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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Our Band 5 Review Roadshow is coming to @nhslothian.bsky.social AGAIN next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

2 July - Western General Hospital Front Entrance OPD Building

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

If you are an RCN member and need to contact the advice team, call

📞 0345 772 6100

8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays

9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends

If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️

rcn.org.uk/membership

Join us in person or online to launch 'You Mean the World: Nursing in a climate crisis' in Edinburgh!

Learn about the environmental impact of healthcare delivery, and ways we can make positive change.

📅 25 June 25
⌚ 17:30-20:00
🌐 Hybrid (Edinburgh)
Book: bit.ly/41PVBGe

@rcnlibraries.bsky.social

RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders | Scotland | Royal College of Nursing RCN Scotland visit to Lothian and Borders.

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Our Band 5 Review Roadshow is coming to

💙 NHS BORDERS 💙

next week ‼️

Meet us to get support with your application and discuss the process

3 JULY
Borders General Hospital Canteen

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

🏆 Huge congratulations to our incredible staff who have been recognised at this year’s RCN Nursing Awards!

Kath Williamson, Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist in Bariatric Care, picked up the Inspiring Excellence - Nursing Innovation and Research Award.

Read more here: ow.ly/CYbi50WaTts

📢We are recruiting for a new Nurse Director Acute. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic individual to take on a high-impact role at the heart of acute care in NHS Lothian.

🔗For more information go to: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...