Independent health and social care blogs

I am thrilled to share with you the findings of our recent research study on advance care planning in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.  As a co-author of this study, I believe our findings hold great significance for your day-to-day practice, providing valuable insights into improving care and communication with care home residents and their families.

Personal reflections on winning the RCN Nurse of the Year Independent Sector Award 2022

Winning an award in recognition of work accomplished is indeed the highlight of any career, but I would add that winning when you are least expecting it makes it even more incredible!

What it means to be an RCN NI Network Lead

I joined the RCN membership in September 1983 as a pupil nurse and have maintained my membership throughout my nursing career. However, my engagement levels increased after I attended “The Leading For Care” programme in 2013.

Celebrating Nurses’ Day the Care Home way

Earlier this month nursing staff across the world celebrated international nurses’ day, the anniversary of Florence Nightingales birth and an opportunity to recognise and showcase the important contribution nursing staff make.

Forever grateful for my YTS experience

I’ve been a qualified nurse for 31 years. I originally wanted to be a policewoman, but I hated sixth form as all my friends had left school, so I left too and joined a Youth Training Scheme (YTS) working in a nursing home. 

"My hamster died"

Introducing Rian Gleave, our new Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in the South East.

Nurses working in general practice

In RCN Northern Ireland we have a very successful General Practice Nurse (GPN) network for nurses and nursing associates working in primary care. 

Connecting and empowering General Practice Nurses across London

Millie Simms, our Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care (IHSC) in London, discusses her work to support General Practice Nurses (GPNs) as part of the GPN Monthly Meeting Group.

Introducing our new Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in the North West

Melissa Stanton describes her journey through nursing to her new role representing our independent sector members in the North West. 

My vision for the future of Independent Health and Social Care in Scotland

Carol Dale, our new Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in Scotland, discusses the challenges facing the sector and her vision for how things can be improved.