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RCN welcomes launch of Cancer Nursing Partnership
Today sees the launch of the Cancer Nursing Partnership, a unique collaboration of organisations working to improve cancer care across the UK. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - September 15, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

RCN President honoured for commitment to nursing
Andrea Spyropoulos, President of the Royal College of Nursing, has today received an honorary doctorate from the University of Lincoln in recognition of her achievements for the nursing profession. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - September 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

RCN backs focus on mental health
The Chief Medical Officer, Dame Sally Davies, published her annual report today, focusing on preventing and treating mental health problems. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - September 9, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

The social care funding question must be tackled head on
The RCN has responded to a new report calling for health and social care in England to be merged. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - September 4, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Openness in NHS is essential
The RCN has welcomed the recent call for evidence issued by Sir Robert Francis, as his review into whistleblowing in the NHS gets underway. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - September 2, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

The Government must not use the NHS Pay Review Body for its political ends
The RCN has responded to the Government's letter to the NHS Pay Review Body. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - September 1, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Politics-proof infection control strategy needed to tackle threat of antimicrobial resistance
The RCN is today highlighting the need for a national strategy for improving infection prevention and control measures in order to tackle the threat of antimicrobial resistance. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 28, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Looking behind the scenes at the Royal College of Nursing
On Saturday 20 September 2014 the RCN's building at 20 Cavendish Square is open to the public as part of Open House London. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 28, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

More details needed on new registration process
The NMC has announced a new regime for registering nurses who trained outside the EU. The new process will involve a computer-based exam and tests in simulated clinical scenarios, replacing the current minimum three months of supervised practice. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 27, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Welcoming our latest nursing students
It's that time of year again, when more than 20,000 nursing students will start on the path towards becoming a registered nurse. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 26, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

RCN praises bravery of Ebola nurse
A British nurse has been flown back to the UK for treatment after contracting the Ebola virus in Sierra Leone. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 26, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

New research on the importance of nurse staffing levels
A major new study has found strong evidence linking nurse staffing levels to patient mortality rates. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 20, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Last chance to stand for your board
Nominations close on 26 August 2014 for a number of vacancies on RCN regional and country boards. Put yourself forward today for the opportunity to really make a difference. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 18, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Mental health cuts threatening care
Figures released by the Health Service Journal showing cuts to mental health beds and staff highlight a widening gulf between the services needed and what is available on the ground. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 15, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news

Nominations closing soon for Pride of Britain awards 2014
Do you know someone with an inspirational nursing story that deserves national recognition? (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)
Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News - August 14, 2014 Category: Nursing Source Type: news