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International Nurses' Day 2026: celebrating nursing as a global profession
We’re celebrating the remarkable contribution of nursing staff in the UK and across the world. Get ready to celebrate with us on 12 May
RCN Awards 2026: celebrating this year's winners
Our annual awards recognise the hard work and dedication of our members across the UK
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RCN Magazine
The career-boosting benefits of attending RCN Congress
Career
In Liverpool this year, professional development opportunities are available free of charge for members
When you need to self-refer to the NMC
Advice
Read our guide to understand when, and if, you need to self-refer to the NMC
Employment Rights Act explained for nursing staff
Action
The RCN continues to push the UK government to improve the working rights of our members and to protect those rights in law
Pay win for district nurses
Action
How a group of district nurses took on Scotland’s biggest health board with RCN support – and won
Why girls’ education matters
People
As she prepares to speak at RCN Congress, Pamela explains how nursing staff can champion justice and equity worldwide
Five strength exercises for nursing staff
Wellbeing
Help prevent injury and pain in under 10 minutes with our no-sweat workout
What I do at work: HCA in a GP surgery
Nursing support workers
Assisting with minor operations is a key part of Louise’s role and one of the reasons she’s stayed working in the same rural practice for decades
Performing a simple wound assessment
Clinical
Cath and Callum’s advice on choosing the right dressings, using the TIME assessment tool and mastering soft bandaging
Events
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RCN Education Forum Conference 2026
Exeter
'Let's Eat Grandma': the editing and proof-writing workshop with the Royal Literary Fund
Online
RCN Management and Leadership Forum Conference: Leading with scrutiny
London
Inaugural professorial lecture of Professor Stacy Johnson MBE
London
RCN Long-term Conditions Conference 2026
Sheffield
RCN Acute Care Symposium 2026
London
RCN Pain and Palliative Care Conference
London
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