Independent sector in Northern Ireland
Many of our members in Northern Ireland are employed in the independent sector, also known as independent health and social care (IHSC). This includes all members working in settings outside the HSC, such as nursing homes, independent hospitals, nursing agencies, hospice services, general practices and more.
As the voice of nursing, we’re committed to connecting, engaging and representing nursing staff, no matter what sector or setting you’re employed in. This page signposts to useful information and resources about IHSC in Northern Ireland. For more general information about IHSC across the UK, please see our ‘Nursing across independent health and social care’ page.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact Brenda Rushe, our Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in Northern Ireland, at Brenda.Rushe@rcn.org.uk.
IHSC networks in Northern Ireland
Our member-led networks in Northern Ireland provide professional networking opportunities and support for members in IHSC. This includes the Primary Care Network, the Independent Sector Nurse Managers Network (ISNMN) and the Independent Sector School Nurses Network. For more information, join our Independent Sector Network Facebook group or contact Brenda Rushe at Brenda.Rushe@rcn.org.uk.
General nursing resources
Most of the resources on our website are relevant to all members – no matter what sector or setting you’re employed in. This includes many of our advice guides and subject guides, as well as the clinical information on RCN Learn.
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blog posts
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17 Apr 2023
Understanding a rights based approach
The 21st century requires embedding the delivery of care, treatment and services in a rights based approach which places the person in our care at the centre of decision-making.
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13 Apr 2023
Gaining consent – It's a yes or no situation. Think again!
Principles of consent: Guidance for nursing staff
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27 Mar 2023
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.
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14 Mar 2023
RCN NI Library and Information Zone
My name is Claire McCartan and I am the new Library and Information Specialist in RCN NI’s Library.
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13 Mar 2023
Advance Care Planning
Karen Bowes looks at the recent publication of the Advanced Care Planning Policy in Northern Ireland.
Events in Northern Ireland
Page last updated - 12/08/2024
