RCN South West

14/11/2025

We're holding a series of online meetings for members who work for commissioning support units (CSUs), on the third Tuesday of each month, starting next Tuesday. So if this is you or anyone you know, follow this link for more information and spread the word.

If you are employed at a CSU, join one of our monthly meetings, held on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 am.

14/11/2025

Today is World Diabetes Day.

Whether your colleague or your patient, there's a lot nursing staff can do to support people living with diabetes.

Reflecting on this year's theme 'diabetes and wellbeing', RCN Diabetes Forum Committee member Debbie Holder explores what some of this support can look like, and how we can overcome continued discrimination and exclusion: https://bit.ly/47XpbLw

12/11/2025

Are you tempted to join your trust's staff bank for the extra flexibility? Make sure you're fully informed before you take the plunge...

We break down the key differences in pay, annual leave and pensions so you can make an informed choice between picking up bank shifts or working a substantive role in the NHS

11/11/2025

Do you want to go to Congress in Liverpool next 18-21 May, meet lots of other RCN members, top up on your CPD and influence the nursing agenda? Don't let low funds stop you. Applications are now open for funded voting members to attend RCN Congress 2026. As a voting member, you'll vote on important debates, represent fellow members and help shape the work we take forward.
Send in your application by Sunday 7 December 2025. https://www.rcn.org.uk/congress/

10/11/2025

Newly registered nurses and Royal College of Nursing Students, we know you've been having a tough time finding jobs after qualifying. We've been working closely with employers in your area to ensure that where at all possible, vacancies are made available to those new on the register. Read what RCN England Director Patricia Marquis has to say to those looking for their first permanent RN role: ⬇️https://www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/Blogs/supporting-newly-registered-nurses-to-find-permanent-roles-after-graduation-061125

10/11/2025

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📣Join the workshop on Writing for Publication 📣

Publishing research is essential to shaping the future of nursing standards. It requires a strong argument, clear writing and a structured writing process.

Need a refresher on these fundamental skills? Book your spot: https://bit.ly/3KKRhC0

05/11/2025

Cornwall members, did you know there's a free study day coming up with your AGM in Newquay at the Pentire Hotel on Thursday 6 November? There's still time to book:

Finance, resilience-based clinical supervision and assisted dying are the learning topics being covered in this eclectic AGM event the RCN Cornwall Branch is hosting on 13 November.

04/11/2025

Dorset members - you have one day left until your AGM, so if you haven't yet registered, don't delay - book to receive a joining link and log on to see what all the fuss is about. Your UK RCN Council South West representative Ashleigh Taylor is giving a Council update - see the programme on the event page:

Strengthen your position and that of your work colleagues by strengthening your local union branch.

03/11/2025

Have you voted for who you want to represent you on the South West seat on the Trade Union Committee, the Professional Nursing Committee? You can also vote for your preferred candidate for the International Committee. Log in and have you say: https://www.rcn.org.uk/get-involved/rcn-elections-and-appointments/current-rcn-elections-and-appointments

02/11/2025

Hydration is so important. No matter what you're dealing with, you should not have to jeopardise your health and wellbeing to carry out your work responsibilities.
Have you seen our new 'Are you Hydrated?' poster? Every noticeboard and bathroom door should have one.

Why keeping hydrated, especially in hot weather, must be a priority for nursing staff

01/11/2025

Have you got a problem at work? Check out our advice guides and help pages and see if you can find a way through.

Help and advice for nursing staff about problems at work, ill health, careers, legal issues, money matters, counselling, and more.

31/10/2025

What do you think the most important issue facing nursing right now is? Do you think it should be discussed at RCN Congress next year? Learn how to stand a good chance of getting your idea accepted onto the agenda for in Liverpool from Monday 18 to Thursday 21 May 2026. Come to this webinar on Thursday 13 November at 6-7pm.

Interactive session for members in London, the South East and South West regions on how to write an RCN Congress agenda item submission.