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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29 Sep 2017
Safe and Effective Staffing: Nursing Against the Odds
Publication Code : 006415Following on from the publication of Safe and Effective Staffing: the Real Picture in May 2017, the RCN launched a survey of nursing and midwifery staff in the UK. The survey asked people about their last shift or day worked in health or social care. Over 30,000 responses were received in just two weeks, providing insight into staff experiences and staffing levels across the UK. The findings provide a strong voice from nursing staff, clearly describing the impact that poor staffing has on both patient care and their own wellbeing. Some of the experiences and stories shared via the survey have been included throughout the report.
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6 Sep 2017
RCN Guide to Revalidation for Employers: Mitigating the Risks to Your Business
Publication Code : 006091In this useful guide we aim to outline in practical terms how employers can support and encourage nurses who must revalidate. This will give employers the assurance that their nurses are registered and can continue to practise.
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1 Sep 2017
Accountability and Delegation
Publication Code : 006465Guidance on accountability and delegation for the nursing team.
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1 Aug 2017
Courageous about Equality and Bold about Inclusion
Publication Code : 006212Equality, inclusion, diversity and human rights provide a foundation for a modern and forward looking profession where nurses, health care support workers, and students, regardless of the sector that they work in or their field of practice, can continue to transform their working environments and the care they deliver to patients.This new equality and inclusion strategy will enable us to scope, plan and begin delivery in new priority areas that will become increasingly important for our members in the coming years and beyond.
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18 Jul 2017
Improving Digital Literacy
Publication Code : 006129The effective use of information and digital technologies is a key enabler in delivering health and social care now and in the future. The impact of technology and the potential that it has to transform care is a professional issue touching on care delivery, practice, education and research. Developed by Health Education England and the RCN, the publication outlines why digital capabilities are so important in the provision of the best care; why the right digital knowledge, skills, behaviours and attitudes are important and relevant to each and all of us working in health and care; and what those digital capabilities are. It details the work undertaken to date on the digital literacy programme of work and also highlights the RCN’s focus on developing digital capabilities in the nursing and midwifery workforce and why this will bring tangible benefits to citizens and patients.
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29 Jun 2017
Making the case for facilities time and facilities agreements in the NHS
Publication Code : 006202This guidance sets out the provisions in the Trade Union Act, looks at the benefits of union representation and facilities agreements and restates what the law and good practice say about the issue. It aims to provide you with information to make the case for facilities time and agreements. At the back of this publication, there are also template letters to share with employers to help you make the case.
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19 Jun 2017
National Curriculum and Competency Framework for Emergency Nursing (Level 1)
Publication Code : 005883This framework (Part 1 005 883 and Part 2 005 923) developed by leading emergency nursing experts, is founded on nursing philosophy and details the depth and breadth of knowledge and skills required of emergency nurses. It provides a clear career structure for those wishing to advance in the specialism.
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19 Jun 2017
National Curriculum and Competency Framework Emergency Nursing (Level 2)
Publication Code : 005923This framework (Part 1 005 883 and Part 2 005 923) developed by leading emergency nursing experts, is founded on nursing philosophy and details the depth and breadth of knowledge and skills required of emergency nurses. It provides a clear career structure for those wishing to advance in the specialism.
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15 Jun 2017
Three Steps to Positive Practice
Publication Code : 006075This document was developed by a multi-disciplinary group based in Northern Ireland, involving the RCN, the Royal College of Psychiatrists, the Northern Ireland Association of Social Workers and the College of Occupational Therapists. It is designed to assist health and social care professionals who are involved in practices where people in their care may be restricted in some way.
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14 Jun 2017
Retired members: Stay connected
Publication Code : 006166Retired members can still benefit from RCN membership, including membership of the National Pensioners Convention Network.
