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Infection control
Updated: 28 July 2023 -
Skin health
Read this resource to build your knowledge and understanding of the importance of hand hygiene and hand care when it comes to reducing the spread of infection and maintaining healthy skin.
Updated: 4 August 2025 -
Standards for infusion therapy
Infection prevention and control - professional resources for nursing staff from the RCN
Updated: 19 December 2022 -
Antimicrobial resistance
Learn more about antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the role nursing has to play in supporting efforts to reduce the threat, and the work the RCN is doing through the development of a competency framework to support antimicrobial stewardship.
Updated: 25 June 2025 -
Skin health toolkit
Skin health toolkit
Updated: 4 July 2024 -
Good record keeping
As an occupational health nurse, you will have the same general duties of confidentiality as other nurses. Read our guidance on good record keeping, consent and appropriate disclosure in occupational health nursing.
Updated: 31 July 2024 -
Public health: Professional Resources
Public health professional resources
Updated: 6 June 2025 -
Sepsis
Expand your knowledge about sepsis, which is a life-threatening condition that can lead to multiple organ failure and death, if not treated quickly. Access this resource to read more about the work the RCN is doing to signpost and develop sepsis-specific guidance.
Updated: 8 October 2024 -
Malaria prevention guidance for travellers
Malaria remains an important issue for UK travellers who are at risk when visiting malaria endemic areas. Read more about how to support travellers at increased risk of severe disease, including pregnant women or young children.
Updated: 23 January 2025 -
Occupational health nursing skills and role development
Understand the role of occupational health nurses, who are registered nurses with a range of different skills and experience. Learn more about the role development and guidance on educating occupational health nurses.
Updated: 31 July 2024