Publications
RCN publications cover a wide range of topics varying from clinical guidance to employment relations issues to advice on bullying. To reproduce RCN publications please complete the copyright request form and we’ll be in touch.
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6 Jan 2023
RCN Industrial Action Handbook
Publication Code : 010 490This updated RCN Industrial Action Handbook is a comprehensive guide. It explains the different types of action members can take and provides examples of how to organise action in the workplace.
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22 Dec 2022
Starting Injectable Treatments in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Publication Code : 010 575This guidance has been developed as a resource for nurses and clinical staff working in general practice and community settings to effectively care for people living with Type 2 diabetes, who are starting or using injectable treatments. This publication is supported by industry.
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24 Nov 2022
FPFN A4 portrait public engagement poster
Publication Code : 010 664Showing you support nursing staff taking strike action has never been easier. Our print-at-home posters are a great place to start.
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24 Nov 2022
FPFN A4 landscape public engagement poster
Publication Code : 010 663Showing you support nursing staff taking strike action has never been easier. Our print-at-home posters are a great place to start.
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8 Nov 2022
How to safely support and promote play within health care settings
Publication Code : 009 925This publication provides guidance to staff working across the health and care setting on the use of play materials and equipment to facilitate play. The importance of play cannot be underestimated and consideration of infection prevention and control elements is central to supporting its continuity for children and young people receiving care
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2 Nov 2022
Library and Archive Service Review of the year 2021
Publication Code : 010 329A review of the Library and Archive Service for the year 2021, including adapting services offered under lockdowns, changes to accessibility and the eLibrary, and overveiws of events held in 2021.
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1 Nov 2022
Investing in Patient Safety and Outcomes
Publication Code : 010 567Addressing workforce shortages and ensuring that there are the right numbers of registered nurses and nursing staff with the right skills in the right place at the right time is vital to ensure everyone can access safe and effective health and care services. This report highlights how successive UK governments have failed to tackle the nursing workforce crisis and presents solutions for sustainable nursing recruitment and retention.
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17 Oct 2022
Promoting Menstrual Wellbeing
Publication Code : 010 375Menstrual health forms an integral part of wellbeing. The guidance includes information on the common causes of menstrual disorders, and describes initial investigations and early treatment management. This resource is supported by Hologic’s Wear White Again campaign.
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13 Oct 2022
Stewards' Pocketbook
Publication Code : 010 187This Pocketbook is designed to be used alongside the Stewards’ Handbook. It provides RCN stewards with key headlines, actions and checklists along with link to where you can find more information.
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13 Oct 2022
Flexible working
Publication Code : 010 341Flexible working can help everyone to strike a balance between the demands of employment and responsibilities outside of work, enabling ways of working that help you work at your best. This pocket guide will give RCN reps a quick overview of the benefits of flexible working and information to share with members who may need your support to gain access to flexible working. It can be used when you are out and about or as a reminder when preparing for meetings. This publication complements the more comprehensive document Working Flexibly to Support a Healthy Work-life Balance.
