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461 blog posts
  • Jem Ann Bautista Jem Ann Bautista 13 May 2025

    Digitalisation: A double-edged sword?

    It is undeniable how much of our clinical work has been revolutionised by technology, digitalisation, and now slowly by artificial intelligence. This blog aims to make us ponder on the wide range of opportunities as well as the actual and potential risks that these bring. 

  • Rebecca Turner Rebecca Turner 13 May 2025

    Life as a Consultant Nurse and Clinical Director

    A nurse as a Clinical Director (CD) is uncommon in most organisations. I therefore consider my appointment to interim CD is as much a testament to the foresight and bravery of my line managers, as it is about my skill to perform. Eight months into this role, I reflect on my day to day experience.

  • Ashleigh Taylor, RCN Council member representing members in the South West region Ashleigh Taylor Ashleigh Taylor 12 May 2025

    An update from your South West Council member

    I’m finally sitting on a seat on attempt two to start my journey up to Congress 2025 and I reflect what a whirlwind the last few months have been. I must start by thanking everyone who voted for me to be the South West Council member – it is indeed a great honour but wow, what a 6 months it has been.

  • Ellen McNicholas Ellen McNicholas 12 May 2025

    Nurses' Day 2025: Thank you from the South East

    South East Regional Director Ellen McNicholas celebrates Nurses' Day 2025.

  • Janet Hargreaves Janet Hargreaves 12 May 2025

    Remembering Win Logan (1926-2025)

    In this Blog, Janet looks at the rich and varied career of Win Logan, nurse educator and co-author of 'The Elements of Nursing'.

  • Patricia Hughes Patricia Hughes 9 May 2025

    Assisted dying and the nursing profession

    As different pieces of legislation about assisted dying progress across the UK, Patricia Hughes, the RCN Associate Director of the Nursing Practice Academy, discusses our position and how we aim to support and represent all our members, whatever the outcome.

  • Tiago Horta Reis da Silva Tiago Horta Reis da Silva 9 May 2025

    Chronic Kidney Disease in Older People

    Chronic Kidney Disease poses a growing challenge in geriatric care across the United Kingdom, often progressing silently until advanced stages. With ageing populations and high rates of comorbidities like diabetes and hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease demands targeted, early interventions.

  • Kerry Wykes Kerry Wykes 7 May 2025

    Honouring Nursing History: V E Day, World War Two

    In this Blog, Kerry talks about her visit to the British Memorial in Normandy and remembering the eightieth anniversary of Germany’s surrender on 8 May,1945 (V-E Day).

  • Michael Fanning Michael Fanning 6 May 2025

    Connecting with the Eating Disorders team: Insights and learning at Warneford Hospital

    One of my real pleasures is spending time visiting members at their place of work. It's a great opportunity to hear about their issues, find out about their work and use it as an opportunity to share Branch and SE Board updates.  

  • Mark Delabajan Mark Delabajan 6 May 2025

    A global lens on stroke care

    This blog shares my journey from rural Philippines to being a Stroke Nurse Consultant in the UK, reflecting on global stroke care disparities. As we mark Stroke Awareness Month, I hope to inspire nurses to act fast, raise awareness, and advocate for equitable care.

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RCN Council members standing on the historic staircase at RCN HQ in London