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“We want people to understand how it feels for a lot of men going through fertility issues.” With male fertility issues on the rise, fertility nursing specialist Anne shares her tips and advice for nursing staff in supporting men struggling to conceive.
Today, our General Secretary & Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger has been visiting members at
@NHSBartsHealth
and
@LandDHospital
to discuss the 5.5% pay award for NHS staff in England.
Is it enough? Take part in our consultation before 16 September:
We're delighted to welcome
@lynnwoolsey1
to our Executive Team as Chief Nursing Officer (acting). Previously our UK Deputy Chief Nurse, Lynn has also held clinical, managerial and leadership roles across the NHS, private and education sectors. Read more:
"The beauty of volunteering, met a new friend! Very sincere thanks for your exquisite company"
Join our rapidly growing community of voting volunteers to help get out the vote for NHS pay consultations in England and Scotland!
#OurPayOurSay
“We have to care for others.”
Moses is following his dream of becoming a nurse with the RCN’s help. Find out more about the Health Care Careers for Displaced People Scheme led by the
@NursingCadets
in our recent
#RCNMagazine
feature ➡️
Managing a long-term condition while working in nursing can be challenging, but it doesn't need to be lonely.
Navigate your career with confidence and ensure your health & wellbeing is prioritised in our new
#RCNMagazine
piece ⬇️
Calling all retired RCN members 📣
Are you retired or about to retire?
Have you heard about our retired member conference online tomorrow at 10:50am? 🖥️
Listen to Pat, a retired member Activist, explaining why you should get involved 👇
#RCNActivism
Some great conversations with
@theRCN
members across South East today on our pay consultation asking “Is this enough?” Some said yes, some said no: what will you say? It’s important we know! Vote now:
@EllenMcNicholas
GP nursing staff are vital in delivering NHS services, but many aren’t receiving the fair pay they deserve.
Join us this week to learn more about the increase in general practice funding & what it means for your 2024/25 pay award.
🗓️ 5 Sep
🕡 6:30-7:30pm
🔗
Do you need more information about the NHS pay award in England before taking part in our consultation?
Our FAQs have all the details you need to get informed and have your say ➡️
September marks
#WorldAlzheimersMonth
.
If you're treating or caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s, our RCN Learn resource can help you recognise, assess and manage pain in your patients or residents.
Access it here:
Are you an RCN Student Ambassador?
Join us at RCN HQ in central London on Tuesday 12 November for our Student Ambassador Conference.
Inspire, connect and learn with fellow nursing students from across the UK.
Apply now ⬇️
#RCNSAconf24
Is 5.5% enough?
That's what our General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger has been asking our NHS members, encouraging every eligible member to make their views heard.
How do you feel about this year's pay award? Tell us here:
📢 Bookings are open for the popular joint RCN and SOM Occupational Health Nursing Conference.
Join us online or in-person on 29 November as we delve into core skills in occupational health.
👉Programme available at
#RCNOH24
@nurses4ph
@SOMNews
When we talk to the government about nursing pay, we need you in the room with us.
High turnout demonstrates our power.
Whether you think the 5.5% pay award for NHS staff in England is enough or not, your vote shows ministers why our voice matters. 🗣️
This week is
#BloodPressureWeek
.
Nursing staff are vital in delivering hypertension care, and by staying updated with the latest guidelines, they provide life-saving support and help patients manage their blood pressure effectively.
Learn more:
Are you a nursing professional working in higher education in England? If so, we want to hear from you.
Join our listening events this month to help us develop policy recommendations to ensure that nursing education is protected. ⬇️
Migrant nursing staff pay tax and work in our services, but visa rules deny them access to vital benefits, such as Universal Credit. This is pushing staff to consider quitting the UK.
These rules must be scrapped. Read more ➡️
Following a non-statutory ballot, the British Medical Association (BMA) is urging GP contractors and partners to take collective action - here's what you need to know and how it could impact you ⬇️