RCN International Nursing Research Conference 2024
Inclusivity in nurse research: working together to make a difference
10 Sep 2024 - 12 Sep
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Inclusivity in nurse research: working together to make a difference
Nurse-led research aims to achieve positive impact for all. However, key populations continue to be under-represented and under-served in our research.
This year’s RCN International Nursing Research Conference will specifically showcase research that addresses the needs of under-served populations, for example (but not limited to):
- ethnicity
- gender
- age
- geography
- health
- disease or conditions of living.
We will also celebrate research that uses innovative designs to facilitate inclusion of all stakeholders.
We invite submissions in all areas linked to nursing research, but particularly encourage submissions in the following areas:
- research with under-served populations
- research using inclusive methods and/or achieving true diversity
- inter-disciplinary research
- clinical effectiveness and nursing research
- evaluating change
- patient experience and the role of research
- health and social care policy research
- the impact of research on nurse-sensitive outcomes.
After the successful pilot of the 'Best of the best' segment in the programme last year, we are pleased to announce its continuation. Authors of the 'top-rated abstract' and 'top-rated student abstract' will be invited to present in a dedicated plenary session. Find out more and view the criteria here.
New for 2024
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Clinical research nursing
We are delighted that for the very first time, this year’s conference will include a dedicated day (Weds 11 Sept) focused specifically on Clinical Research Nursing. We hope that this will support learning across nurses who deliver research and will also be of interest to those that lead and design research. The programme on this day will highlight advances, challenges and solutions and share best practice within clinical research nursing and enable networking with colleagues from both delivery and nurse research backgrounds.
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Flash talks
Those submitting abstracts will have the option to select a new mode of presentation: a ‘5-min flash talk’.
Flash talks are strictly timed 5 minute presentations delivered in main plenary session (i.e. to whole conference) and provide the opportunity for your findings to reach a large number of delegates but in a concise form.
The traditional oral sessions will continue to offer the opportunity to present work in a longer format (20 mins + 5 mins Q&A) in the concurrent sessions. Presenters can indicate their preferred format upon submission.
Target audience
The conference is open to anyone interested in nursing and research. It will be of interest to nurses, and colleagues in related disciplines, involved in the development and use of knowledge that impacts on nursing practice or the context in which nurses’ practice.
Please note this will be an in-person conference. All presenters are required to register to attend the conference in person to present.
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Northumbria University
City Campus East 1 (CCE1), Business and Law Building
12 Falconar Street
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE2 1XA
For more information, visit our ‘Getting Here…’ page to find out more!
We understand that driving is sometimes a necessity, for external car parks in Newcastle City Centre, please see below:
John Dobson Street, Newcastle, NE1 8HL
Argyll Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6PF
We also have a number of Blue Badge spaces available across campus, these are available on a first come first service basis and therefore so not require reservation ahead of your visit.
Call for abstracts has now closed.
Key diary dates
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January |
Call for abstracts open |
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Mon 18 March 2024 |
Call for abstracts close |
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Tues 19 March 2024 |
Abstracts allocated to International Scientific Advisory Panel (ISAP) for review |
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Thurs 25 April 2024 |
Submitters will be notified via the online abstract management system of the outcome of the review |
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Thurs 30 May 2024 |
Presenter rate booking deadline. |
Please note there will be no call for late breaking research for the conference – 18 March 2024 is the final deadline for submissions.
Criteria for abstract selection
View the criteria for abstract selection.
View conference terms and conditions.
We strongly recommend that you invite a colleague to peer review your abstract against these criteria before you submit your abstract.
All abstracts must be submitted online through the Abstract Management System (AMS) which can be found here.
Once you have submitted your abstract, you will receive an email to confirm receipt. If you do not receive this confirmation within 12 hours of submission please email research@rcn.org.uk
Types of conference presentation:
1. Concurrent paper
A concurrent paper is presented orally. The presenter is allocated a maximum of 20 minutes to present their paper followed by 5 minutes for discussion.
2. Flash talk
Flash talks are strictly-timed 5 minute oral presentations delivered in main plenary session (i.e. to whole conference) and provide the opportunity for your findings to reach a large number of delegates but in a concise form.
3. Poster presentation
Posters are visual displays of material and are particularly suited to the presentation of factual data such as project design or findings.
A Poster is exhibited for one full day and a poster presenter participates in a facilitated, interactive poster tour.
Poster submissions should be text only and not include graphs or diagrams.
A ViPER involves both an oral and a poster presentation. The presenter is allocated a maximum of 10 minutes to present their poster. An expert in the field responds (max. 5 minutes) and then facilitates a discussion (up to 10 minutes).
5. Symposium - download symposia (panel) submission guide
A symposium is a presentation of between three and five papers with a shared focus. Depending on the number of papers, the duration of a symposium is 60 to 90 minutes and each presenter is allocated a maximum of 20 minutes to present their paper followed by 5 minutes for discussion
Following the success of last years pilot of the 'Best of the best' abstracts, we will be inviting two top-rated abstracts to present in a plenary session.
Criteria for the top rated abstract
- Highest scoring abstract after peer-review
- Where more than one abstract has the same score (or where it is excluded from consideration for one of the reasons below) the committee will select from 5 highest scoring abstracts based upon:
- Fit with conference theme
- Relevance to nursing priority areas
- Originality
Reasons for exclusion
Previous abstract winner at RCN INRC
Presenting author: keynote presenter
Criteria for the top rated student abstract
Student abstracts will be identified by a tick box on the top of the page of 'Step 3. Authors' on the submission form and considered separately. The same criteria will be applied (the exclusions not being applicable).
Watch last year's winner presentations below:
Prof. Joanne Brooke - Abstract winner. The lived experience of care home staff providing care during COVID-19 national restrictions
Claire Ford - Student abstract winner. Virtual reality falls awareness education in care homes: A feasibility study
Is this conference for me?
Attending this conference provides a quality assured opportunity to improve nursing practice, learn, network, and discuss and debate the challenges facing the future nursing workforce.
It will be of particular interest to all current and aspiring nurses, and colleagues in related disciplines, involved in the development and use of knowledge that impacts on nursing practice or the context in which nurses’ practice.
You can attend this conference as a presenting or as a non-presenting delegate. The conference provides the opportunity to:
- Hear how research is addressing contemporary nursing issues from inspirational keynote speakers
- Share and learn about cutting edge innovation in research methods, policy and management
- Showcase your research and your employer on an international stage
- Engage in supportive and constructive critical debate
- Discuss and debate the impact of research on health and social care policy and nursing practice
- Consider how you can use research findings to inform yours and colleagues’ nursing practice
- Network with like-minded colleagues – from those starting out in their careers through to distinguished keynote speakers
- Build new alliances and make new contacts
- Judge poster presentations – every vote counts
- Participate in a lively social programme
- Evaluate the event and contribute to future conference developments
- Accrue up to 27 hours of continuing professional development - for UK nurses CPD counts towards your revalidation.
Delegates can be confident that papers are reviewed with rigour and the programme is designed to create a high-quality forum in which to reflect on work, participate in networking events and discuss innovation in research.
Need a helping hand with securing time off or funding to attend? Please download these helpful hints and tips. Along with a template letter, to aid justification of attendance to your employer.
Are you engaged in research with relevance to contemporary nursing or social care?
Does your research:
- address current issues in nursing and demonstrate inclusivity
- demonstrate innovative methodology
- debate developments in research methods
- demonstrate best practice in research management and research policy.
The RCN International Nursing Research Conference is recognised as a leading event for healthcare professionals and academics involved or interested in research relevant to nursing. By submitting and presenting an abstract at the International Nursing Research Conference you will benefit from:
- showcasing your work and your employer on an international platform
- debating the challenges at the heart of future nursing practice
- having your research recognised by your peers and receiving a constructive review
- sharing knowledge and innovation in research methods, management and policy
- the stimulation of sharing innovative methodological papers.
You can be confident that papers are reviewed with rigour and the programme designed to create a high-quality forum in which to reflect on work, participate in networking events and discuss innovation in research.
Who can present?
If you are passionate about the future of nursing related research, how it can influence the resolution of future nursing challenges or advance nursing practice we want to hear from you!
We welcome national and international submissions from healthcare educators working in the academic, clinical and professional setting. First time or experienced presenters are welcome to submit including Students who wish to pursue a career in nursing education or research. The conference is open to RCN members and non-members.
Here’s what some of our 2022 presenters thought:
“I have attended the RCN research conference to present for the last few years. It is great to be at a conference and network with other nurses who lead, use, deliver and participate in research. The conference has a relaxed atmosphere and is a friendly environment whether you are a first time presenter or a more seasoned pro.
Learning about research that is being conducted internationally, that has the potential to transform care and improve patient outcomes, can be really inspiring and offer a great opportunity to think about how this can be translated into the clinical environment or lead to further research. This year’s programme saw for the first time, nurse leaders from across the four countries, coming together and making a commitment to nurse led research. This was an exciting opportunity that stimulated debate and gave those in attendance opportunity to influence the national agenda.”
Louise Bramley, Nottingham University/Nottingham University Trust, UK
Fringe/networking event proposals are now welcome for the RCN International Nursing Research Conference 2024.
The submission deadline is Sunday 28 April 2024
Criteria for submission:
1. All fringe/networking contributions should be about a research related issue.
2. The fringe programme must complement the conference scientific programme (where all submissions are subject to peer review).
3. Proposals for networking events which are celebratory in nature, or which offer networking opportunities for like-minded delegates are welcome. Fringe events must add value for conference delegates.
4. Proposals submitted by commercial organisations will be considered and subject to approval. A member of the RCN Corporate Relations team will contact the submitter to discuss financial arrangements and branding opportunities.
5. All fringe presenters and networking event leaders must register for the conference. The submitter is responsible for co-ordinating the registration of co-presenters (if applicable).
6. Fringe presenters and networking event leads up to a maximum of five are eligible for the reduced presenter rate. The deadline for booking the reduced presenter rates is 30 May 2024.
Please note fringe events will take place in the morning at 8am on day 2 (Weds 11 Sept) and day 3 (Thurs 12 Sept).
Download fringe submission form.
If you would like to discuss your proposal before submitting, please contact the RCN Events Research Conference Team in the first instance with details of your proposal, email: research@rcn.org.uk.
View the video below to hear from fellow early career researchers on the benefits of attending the conference.
Please note applications for the Early Career Researcher opportunity have now closed. An announcement will be made in due course.
Download reviewer marking criteria.
The role of the International Scientific Advisory Panel (ISAP) is to review the abstracts that are received. If you have been a member of the ISAP in any of the previous 3 years, you will automatically be invited to be a member again.
If you have not been an ISAP member before and would like to become one, please review the criteria below and email research@rcn.org.uk by 14 March 2024. An invitation will then be issued from the abstract management system with further instructions.
The International Scientific Advisory Panel
International Scientific Advisory Panel (ISAP) members provide expert review of submitted conference abstracts.
Each submitted abstract is independently reviewed by at least three members of the ISAP against predetermined criteria. Based on reviewer recommendations, the conference scientific committee will develop a high-quality conference programme.
Committee members will be provided with detailed instructions to support the review process.
At the point of your registration on the abstract management system, you will be asked to indicate your areas of expertise using the topics/keywords provided to help us match submitted abstracts with your areas of expertise. This review process will be managed electronically.
Criteria
The following criteria must be met in order to nominate yourself for membership of the ISAP:
1) You must have successfully submitted an abstract to an international conference or have had an article accepted in a peer review journal
2) Have expertise relevant to nursing
3) You must be available to review abstracts between 19 and 25 March 2024.
Early career researchers that do not yet meet criteria one are encouraged to apply for membership of the ISAP. Where appropriate, conference scientific committee members will provide mentorship during the review process.
Benefits
ISAP members will be acknowledged in the conference programme and on the official conference website in recognition of your contribution.
Reviewers also contribute to the academic development of the profession by providing constructive feedback to the authors.
Timescales
To allow you to make an informed choice as to whether you will be in a position to be an ISAP member for 2024, the following dates have been confirmed.
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14 March 2024 |
Deadline to sign up to be a reviewer Abstract submission deadline |
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19 March 2024 |
Abstracts will be allocated to members of the ISAP. You will be requested to review approximately 10-15 abstracts online |
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26 March 2024, 23:59 |
Deadline to complete reviews |
We have been made aware of several other conferences happening in the city at the time of the RCN conference. With this in mind, you may wish to secure your accommodation and pre-book restaurants if dining in larger groups.
For local information including restaurants and other attractions please visit https://newcastlegateshead.com/
Accommodation
NewcastleGateshead Convention Bureau have secured a number of special rates across various hotels.
View and book hotels.
If you have any queries about accommodation or require assistance with booking, please contact NewcastleGateshead Convention Bureau on 0191 440 5757 or conventionbureau@ngi.org.uk
Please note. bookings will open in Spring.
DEADLINE FOR BOOKING THE PRESENTER RATE IS 30 MAY 2024.
Presenter rates cannot be booked online. To book the presenter rate and pay by credit/debit card please contact RCN Event Registrations on 02920 546460. Please have your abstract reference number to hand. Alternatively, we can invoice your employer, please complete the invoice process below.
International delegates
- All international delegates attending this event are entitled to the RCN member rate.
- International student nurses (pre-registration only) are also eligible for a 40% discount on the RCN member rate.
- Refer to discount section for exclusions and conditions*.
Not an RCN member? Join today to qualify for preferential conference fees.
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Presenter rates (available until 30 May 2024) |
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VAT |
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Member (1 day fee) |
£ 225.00 |
£45.00 |
£ 270.00 |
£ 202.50 |
£ 40.50 |
£ 243.00 |
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Non-member (1 day fee ) |
£ 291.00 |
£ 58.20 |
£ 349.20 |
£ 261.90 |
£ 52.38 |
£ 314.28 |
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Member (2 day fee ) |
£ 300.00 |
£ 60.00 |
£ 360.00 |
£ 270.00 |
£ 54.00 |
£ 324.00 |
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Non-member (2 day fee) |
£ 388.00 |
£ 77.60 |
£ 465.60 |
£ 349.20 |
£ 69.84 |
£ 419.04 |
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Member (3 day fee) |
£ 375.00 |
£ 75.00 |
£ 450.00 |
£ 318.75 |
£ 63.77 |
£ 382.50 |
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Non- member (3 day fee) |
£ 485.00 |
£ 97.00 |
£ 582.00 |
£ 412.25 |
£ 82.45 |
£ 494.70 |
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Discounted rates |
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Member: Pre-reg student, Retired, health practitioner (3 day / 40% discount) |
£ 225.00 |
£ 45.00 |
£ 270.00 |
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Member: RCN representatives, forum steering committee (3 day / 25% discount) |
£ 281.25 |
£ 56.25 |
£ 337.50 |
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Conditions and exclusions
Please note: discounts cannot be accumulated or redeemed when booking online. Please contact RCN Events Registration to book a discounted place. |
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Catering during the conference programme and conference materials are provided within the conference fee. Travel, accommodation and catering outside of the conference programme are not included in the conference fee.
To make a booking
Online bookings are the easiest and fastest way to book 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Bookings can also be made by phone with payment by credit card/Maestro, by calling +44 (0) 2920 546460. Lines are open from 9.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Invoice payment
To pay by invoice you must send all of the below to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
- A copy of the official Purchase Order document from your organisation or company, addressed to supplier: Royal College of Nursing, 20 Cavendish Square, London. W1G 0RN. We are unable to process your order without it, requisition orders are not accepted.
- Your Finance department/accounts payable contact email address to receive an electronic copy of the invoice from us.
- A completed RCN Events Booking Form for each delegate in the booking
Once the invoice has been raised, you will then receive confirmation of your delegate booking on the event requested. Invoices are to be paid within 30 days of the invoice being issued.
We always endeavour to process your booking as quickly as possible, however, this process can sometimes take up to 10 working days.
So that we can process your booking quickly, please send all the booking forms and the Purchase Order to us together on the same email.
This conference and exhibition is an unrivalled opportunity for you to connect directly with nurse educators from across the UK, working at a range of levels, in the NHS, public or independent and voluntary sectors, universities and colleges.
There are a number of ways you can get involved, from networking to raise your profile to tailored commercial packages to help achieve specific objectives. Please contact the exhibitions team on +44 (0)20 7647 3959 or email exhibitions@rcn.org.uk
If you have any queries regarding the conference or call for abstract process, please contact the Events Team via:
Email: Research@rcn.org.uk
Tel: +44 (0)20 7647 3577
If your query relates to a booking please contact the Registration Team directly:
Email: eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
Tel: +44 (0)29 2054 6460
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