The Queen's Institute of Community Nursing
@theqicn
A national charity that promotes high-quality nursing care for people in need. Our Queen's Nurses deliver outstanding care in homes and communities everywhere.
📢 We're proud to launch the Faculty of Homeless and Inclusion Health as we aim to improve outcomes for those affected by homelessness and others who experience barriers to accessing healthcare, and support nurses working in this sector. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
⏰Have you secured your place at the QICN Annual Conference in October? Our early-bird in-person rate ends at 23:59 tomorrow (7th August)! We'd love for you to join us in Birmingham for a day of celebrating community nursing! 🎉 Book now! 👉 qicnannualconference2026.vfairs.com/en/registrat...
💡ACPs are helping break down barriers, bringing compassionate, accessible mental health support to some of our most vulnerable communities. The QICN's Kirit Sehmbi speaks to ANP Jonathan Reeve, who works for the Manchester Homeless Team, in our latest blog. 👉 qicn.org.uk/bridging-the...
The QICN welcomes DHSC’s call for evidence on protecting the professional title “nurse”, marking an important step forward in the long-running #ProtectNurse campaign. We encourage community nurses to engage with the call for evidence and share their views. Read more👉 www.gov.uk/government/c...
The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing and Heim Health have partnered on a roundtable series to ensure community nursing voices are heard in the decisions now reshaping the health service. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/care-not-don...
Congratulations to QICN Chief Executive Steph Lawrence MBE who received her Honorary Doctorate of Health from Leeds Beckett University yesterday.🎓🎉 Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Queen's Nurse Helen Mehra’s career in nursing has taken her across continents, cultures and communities, and during South Asian Heritage Month she reflects on how her heritage has influenced both her professional journey. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/health-herit...
📢The QICN has responded to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) State of Child Health 2026 report. Read the full response here 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Last week saw the final Residential of the QICN Leading Strategically Programme. 🎉 Designed by Dr Cate Wood, this programme is a Community of Practice which demonstrates the power of social and experiential learning for nurses. Thanks to @ngsopengardens.bsky.social for supporting this programme.🙏
🌟 This South Asian Heritage Month, we're celebrating inspiring voices in healthcare. Queen’s Nurse @rohitsagoo.bsky.social shares his journey as a British Sikh nurse, reflecting on identity, representation and the power of diversity. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/unity-in-div... #SouthAsianHeritageMonth
💡In our latest blog Quality Development Nurse Helena Jolliffe explains how Queen’s Nurses have led a Care Home Awareness programme in North Wales, helping build better connections between Emergency Department and Care Home staff. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/how-north-wa...
⏰ Deadline extension! You've now got until 15th July 23:59 to secure a discounted early-bird in-person ticket for our annual conference taking place in Birmingham on Thursday 22nd October! qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
We are delighted to announce that the QICN’s Chief Executive Steph Lawrence MBE @stephlawrence.bsky.social will be awarded an honorary doctorate by Leeds Beckett University @leedsbeckett.bsky.social ! 🎓 Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Today we’re celebrating National Children’s Nurses Day! 💜 The QICN's Community Children's Nursing Faculty Lead @becksbdaniels.bsky.social has reflected on becoming a children's nurse and her journey from hospital to community settings in this inspiring blog. 👉 qicn.org.uk/my-journey-i...
📢 We’re pleased to share our updated resource 'New to District Nursing' - designed to support nurses starting their careers in district nursing. Read more and access the guide👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Blog: New ICNO director Dr Barbara Stilwell outlines the importance of community nursing data, the progress made in her first three months in post, and the areas where the ICNO can make impact. Barbara also encourages community nurses to ensure their voices are heard. 👉 qicn.org.uk/an-observato...
We are delighted to be welcome television presenter, actor and author George Webster to our QICN annual conference this October! 🎉 George explains more and why you should join us! 👇 Find out more and book your place 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Skills for Health is seeking to understand how healthcare workers feel about AI adoption and to identify what potential education, skills and training can support effective and sustainable working practices in the future. 👉 Complete the survey to share your insights: eu.surveymonkey.com/r/useofAI
Moving from inclusion to equity starts with the language we use. 💡 This insightful blog from Dr Rebecca Bullingham, Inclusion Health Capabilities Framework Implementation Lead at Public Health Wales, highlights why the language we use in nursing matters. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/from-inclusi...
💡This #CarersWeek, we're shining a light on young carers - often hidden, but facing huge responsibilities. Primary care can play a vital role in identifying and supporting them. In our blog, @firogers3.bsky.social outlines how small changes can make a big difference. 👉 qicn.org.uk/getting-it-r...
⏰ There’s still time to share your views on the NMC’s proposed changes to practice learning standards. The QICN wants to hear from community nursing professionals – your feedback will help shape our response. Complete our form 👉 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... 🗓 Deadline: 1st July, midday
We’ve launched our new Faculty of Health & Justice Nursing 🙌 The Faculty brings together our work to support Health & Justice Nurses, including a new network to connect, share expertise and strengthen care across settings. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
“Digital transformation will only be meaningful if it strengthens nurses’ ability to deliver safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care.” 💡 A powerful message from this year's William Rathbone X Lecture. You catch up on this thought-provoking lecture in full here 👉 vimeo.com/1193190492?f...
💻Our latest blog features Sandra Oritsesan, a Specialist Health Visitor supporting refugees and families seeking asylum. With a background in nursing and midwifery, Sandra brings a unique blend of skills to her role, delivering care to families new to the country. 👉 qicn.org.uk/curiosity-is...
📣DHSC is developing a new mental health strategy as part of the 10 Year Health Plan for England - and they’re seeking real examples of what works. We’ll be responding with insights from community nursing. 🗓 Deadline: 29th June, midday. Have your say here 👉 forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...
📢 We’re excited to announced the launch of our new Community Learning Disabilities Nursing Network! A space to connect, collaborate and champion excellence in community learning disability nursing. Find out more 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve... 📸 Photo courtesy of Pexels.
⏰ There's still time to get your free ticket to the Community Pharmacy and General Practice Conference in Birmingham, 21st-22nd June and earn 10 CPD points. The QICN will be at the event and hope to catch up with you there! Book your free place here 👉 events.cogora.com/cpgp-confere...
📣The QICN has launched a Senior and Executive Nurse Network for leaders responsible for community services across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It will connect senior nurses, support shared learning, and strengthen collaboration across the sector. Read more 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
A very special day at #RHSChelsea 2026 celebrating the launch of the Raymond Evison Queen’s Nurse Clematis, which was visited by Her Majesty Queen Camilla. 🌸 £2 from each sale supports QICN and @ngsopengardens.bsky.social. Pre-order yours here! 👉 www.raymondevisonclematis.com/products/que...
💡The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing has issued its response to the King’s Speech, outlining key considerations for community nursing policy and provision. 👉 qicn.org.uk/news-and-eve...