Representing nurses, nursing support workers, nursing students and midwives across Scotland
We campaign on issues of concern to nursing staff and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.
Review of band 5 nursing roles roadshows
As part of our commitment to supporting members taking part in the review of band 5 nursing roles, we're coming to meet with you as part of our roadshow programme across Scotland. Come and talk to us about how we can support you and raise your concerns.
Our latest report shows the pressures on Scotland’s health and care system and the ongoing nursing workforce crisis have shown little sign of improvement.
Scottish government has published its report 'Delivering Together for a Stronger Nursing and Midwifery Workforce'. Read more about their recommendations that were shaped by the nursing voice and that reflect our priorities for action.
Kirstie Law, an Emergency Nurse Practitioner on an ear, nose, and throat ward at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, was announced as the winner of the RCN Scotland Adult Nursing Award at the dazzling RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards ceremony tonight (12 June 2025).
Jennifer Carruthers, Deputy Manager at Rashielee Care Home in Erskine, was announced as the winner of the RCN Scotland Care Home Nursing Award at the dazzling RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards ceremony tonight (12 June 2025).