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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4 Nov 2024
Eyes Right: Older People and Driving
Publication Code : 011 840Eyesight deteriorates gradually with age. This updated publication has been developed to assist nurses working with older people who present with eyesight issues. It includes details on eye health, visual impairment and ageing, highlights nursesÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥™ responsibilities and signposts for further information.
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30 Oct 2024
Consultant Nurses: Expert Patient Care
Publication Code : 011 862Wales needs more consultant nurses. A consultant nurse is an expert nurse that bridges the worlds of clinical practice, research, education, strategy and leadership in order to improve patient care. It is a unique and important nursing role. Through statistics and case studies, this report shows how consultant nurses directly benefit patients as well as health services, setting out five practical actions for the Welsh government to take. There is also a version in Welsh, publication code 011 863.
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30 Oct 2024
Consultant Nurses: Expert Patient Care
Publication Code : 011 863Wales needs more consultant nurses. A consultant nurse is an expert nurse that bridges the worlds of clinical practice, research, education, strategy and leadership in order to improve patient care. It is a unique and important nursing role. Through statistics and case studies, this report shows how consultant nurses directly benefit patients as well as health services, setting out five practical actions for the Welsh government to take. This is the Welsh version, there is also a version in English under publication code 011 862.
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17 Oct 2024
Continuing learning and development for RCN Reps
Publication Code : 011 805Continuing learning and development for RCN representatives (CL&D for reps) is a programme of ongoing learning that supports all RCN reps to maintain, develop and enhance their knowledge and skills. This framework was developed collaboratively by reps and staff across the UK, to keep our learning opportunities and resources accessible, up-to-date, quality assured and consistent across the UK.
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17 Oct 2024
Making Sense of WomenÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥™s Health
Publication Code : 011 664This updated publication is designed for the non-specialist nurse. It highlights conditions that women can experience, the likely outcomes and how to access appropriate resources or treatment.
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17 Oct 2024
RCN Employment Standards for Independent Health and Social Care Sectors
Publication Code : 011 603Our Employment Standards for Independent Health and Social Care Sectors set out what the RCN expects employers to deliver for the nursing workforce.
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7 Oct 2024
Caring for people with sickle cell disease and thalassaemia syndromes: a competency framework for nursing staff
Publication Code : 011 284This updated competency framework is intended to guide all health care professionals working with sickle cell and thalassaemia patients.
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2 Oct 2024
Fertility Preservation
Publication Code : 011 754This publication provides information for nurses who are supporting and caring for those beginning treatment for potentially life-limiting diseases and where the treatment may adversely affect their ability to have children in the future. This updated guidance also encompasses those who may wish, for non-medical reasons, to defer having children until later in life, for example, members of the armed forces, transgender people, or those considering gender reassignment surgery.
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24 Sep 2024
Nurses Performing Ultrasound Scanning in Fertility Care
Publication Code : 011 259This guidance has been developed to support best practice for nurses working at advanced level practice on performing and reporting on ultrasound scanning, specially in fertility care. Nurses are well placed to develop competency in ultrasound scanning, which cam improve continuity of care, patient experience, and safety.
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23 Sep 2024
Education and Career Progression Framework for Fertility Nursing
Publication Code : 011 692This updated framework highlights recommended education and training pathways for career development within fertility nursing. It can be used to facilitate a conversation and enable career development for all nurses and HCSWs in fertility services.
