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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28 Feb 2024
Conscientious Objection - Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion Care
Publication Code : 011 358This updated publication details the RCN position on conscientious objection and provides guidance on the issue for nurses, midwives and nursing associates. It also provides signposts to sources of further information.
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22 Feb 2024
RCN Submission to the Pay Review Body 2024-25
Publication Code : 011 448This yearÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥™s RCN submission to the Pay Review Body sets out the case for a substantial and above inflation pay rise to address the worsening nursing workforce crisis and the long-term reduction in the value of nursing pay. We urge the PRB to demonstrate its independence and recommend a substantial pay increase to help the recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
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7 Feb 2024
RCN Health and Safety Representative's Handbook
Publication Code : 011 319This handbook is designed to help RCN health and safety representatives carry out their work, whether they are new to the role or not. It suggests ways of getting started and provides them with the latest information about key RCN services and resources, together with the key health and safety legislation they need to support members at work.
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22 Jan 2024
Framework for Professional Practice for Nurses Working in Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Adult and Paediatric Care Settings
Publication Code : 011 811The ever-changing landscape of health care will remain a challenge for health care professionals including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) clinical nurse specialists. This framework for professional practice will provide much needed guidance and support for nurses to develop themselves and their teams for the ongoing benefit of their patients. It also acknowledges the many and varied roles within the field of IBD nursing and the need for training and development, as well as ongoing support from managers to enable growth within IBD nursing teams.
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8 Jan 2024
Termination of Pregnancy and Abortion Care
Publication Code : 011 285This updated guidance incorporates expert and evidence-based practice. It has been produced to support registered nurses and midwives working within the NHS and independent sectors, across the UK. It considers the legislative frameworks in place across the UK, alongside clinical guidance for those working in termination of pregnancy services.
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4 Jan 2024
Advanced Nursing Practice for Gynaecology and WomenÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥™s Health
Publication Code : 011 260Gynaecology and womenÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥™s health care has many sub-specialties, including hysteroscopy, general gynaecology, early pregnancy, emergency gynaecology, colposcopy, urogynaecology, menopause, endometriosis and gynaecology oncology. This publication has set out pathways for advanced nursing practice and advanced clinical practice roles, which will enhance clinical care, the patient experience and enable progression career development for nurses.
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3 Jan 2024
Male factor fertility
Publication Code : 011 233Male factor fertility is important, and all nurses and midwives should have a good understanding of the influences and the factors that can impact fertility, especially as they may often be the first point of contact for patients when they have questions. This guidance has been developed to enhance understanding of the anatomy, physiology, diagnosis, and possible treatments available to support best practice, as well as an overview of the emotional issues associated with male factor fertility.
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19 Dec 2023
RCN New Definition of Nursing: Background research and rationale
Publication Code : 011 253This summary explanation aims to provide the background to developing the revised RCN definition of nursing in support of the professional framework. It explains the reasons for the choice of language terms and the emphasis placed on the definition.
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18 Dec 2023
Human Papillomavirus (HPV), cervical screening and cervical cancer
Publication Code : 011 051This updated edition includes guidance for registered nurses working in a range of health care settings, in particular those involved in womenÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥™s health, cervical screening, and public health. It focuses on an overview of HPV (including the current vaccination recommendations), the national cervical screening programme, information about colposcopy and key facts on cervical cancer. This publication replaces the previous version 007 960.
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11 Dec 2023
RCN Position Statement: Menopause and you at work
Publication Code : 011 282The RCN believes that everyone has a right to access support at work, around the menopause, to enable them to continue in employment and ensure they maintain a healthy life, within any healthcare setting. This position statement is for all nurses, midwives, nursing associates and nursing support worker working in any health and social care setting in any of the four countries in relation to menopause at work.
