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  • 11 May 2023

    RCN Travel Health Nursing: career and competence development

    Publication Code : 010 573

    This updated (2023) publication provides information on current guidelines and standards of care expected from nurses advising travellers from the UK. Travel advice can be complex, and this update continues to build on previous editions by defining the standards of care expected for a competent registered nurse, experienced/proficient nurse, and a senior practitioner/expert nurse delivering travel health services.

  • 5 May 2023

    Understanding Aseptic Technique

    Publication Code : 010 725

    A summary of RCN evidence generation in 2022 using qualitative interviews with nurses. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has undertaken a programme of work in response to members’ concerns about the conduct of aseptic technique. This report adds to the profession’s education journey to enhance nursing practice founded on enquiry and the generation of evidence to inform practice. This report will be of interest to nursing staff or midwives involved in aseptic technique guideline development or education of this core practical skill.

  • 4 May 2023

    A Case Management Tool for TB Prevention, Care and Control in the UK

    Publication Code : 010 230

    This publication includes guidance for clinical and non-clinical staff involved in the management and care of TB patients. It aims to promote standardisation of protocols and procedures, ensure accountability for delivery and establish clear performance measures through cohort review. The tool is consistent with existing guidance for professionals working in the field of TB in the UK which provide a sound framework for clinical management and commissioning. This updated guidance replaces 006 194.

  • 2 May 2023

    Mental health nursing: a profession that must be valued (Welsh summary)

    Publication Code : 010 914

    This publication is the executive summary and recommendations of the report, Mental health nursing: a profession that must be valued.

  • 2 May 2023

    Mental health nursing: a profession that must be valued (English)

    Publication Code : 010 913

    Mental health nursing is an extremely diverse field, but a stigma remains around severe and enduring mental ill-health. This, combined with a lack of investment in inpatient services, has contributed to inequalities within mental health service provision. This paper presents a range of recommendations for the Welsh government to improve mental health service provision through investment in education, improved career pathways, workforce planning, and more.

  • 26 Apr 2023

    RCN Strike Fund Flyer

    Publication Code : 010 920

    Downloadable flyer with details of how to donate to the RCN Strike Fund.

  • 25 Apr 2023

    Midwifery at the RCN: supporting midwives, student midwives and maternity support workers

    Publication Code : 010 836

    This updated leaflet explains how the RCN supports midwives, student midwives and maternity support workers. Membership gives you support in the workplace and access to online resources and the RCN Library and Archives Service, which can help with your continuing professional development. You can also join the Midwifery Forum, allowing you to connect with other members to help shape and influence policy and practice.

  • 24 Apr 2023

    Fair Pay For Nursing A5 Wales pay offer flyer

    Publication Code : 010 904

    A5 flyer about the New Agenda for Change offer - NHS pay in Wales.

  • 19 Apr 2023

    Education and Career Progression Framework for Fertility Nursing Consensus Statement

    Publication Code : 010 729

    In 2021, the RCN Fertility Nursing Forum carried out an impact assessment on the RCN’s Education and Career Progression Framework for Fertility Nursing to establish its use and effectiveness and subsequently produced the Impact Assessment of the Education and Career Progression Framework for Fertility Nursing (009 927). To address the recommendations from the impact assessment, work was undertaken with key stakeholders in 2022 to discuss how the recommendations could be implemented more widely. This consensus statement aims to clarify the way forward.

  • 5 Apr 2023

    Professional nurse advocate standards for education and training programmes and modules

    Publication Code : 010 854

    There has been extensive national uptake by education institutions and employer organisations to support, develop and implement the role of the professional nurse advocate (PNA). However, with various providers delivering PNA training, there are notable variances in the delivery and learner experiences. To address this challenge, NHS England commissioned the Royal College of Nursing to work with stakeholders to create standards for PNA education and programme delivery. These standards offer education institutions a universal framework to align their programmes towards, and to establish enhanced levels of quality assurance.

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