RCN Northern Ireland
@rcnnorthernireland
The Royal College of Nursing in Northern Ireland represents nurses, nursing assistants and nursing students throughout Northern Ireland.
Stay informed with the latest RCN publications! From clinical guidance to employment relations issues to advice on bullying, we've got you covered. Check them out here: https://www.rcn.org.uk/Professional-Development/publications #RCNPubs
Each year, our diverse events programme offers opportunities for you to develop your professional skills, get involved in your union and much more. Explore our upcoming events and add the dates to your diary 🗓️ ⬇️ https://www.rcn.org.uk/northernireland/News-and-Events/Events
🌍 Join the Planetary Health & Sustainability Network! Connect, learn, and take action for a healthier planet 💚 Check out the details below ⬇️ #PlanetaryHealth #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Sustainability #PlanetaryHealth #ClimateAction #Community #GetInvolved
📢 Nominations are now open for the RCN UK Nursing Support Workers Committee. Want to represent your region, influence decisions and champion Nursing Support Workers? Apply by 4.30pm on 27 July 2026. Northern Ireland is one of the seats available. 🔗 www.rcn.org.uk/elections https://bit.ly/4oG6SlY
Join the next RCN Northern Ireland Job Evaluation Workshop on 18 June, from 12.30pm – 1.30pm online. If you’re a Band 5 nursing staff member and want to better understand the NHS Job Evaluation process, this workshop is for you. 📲 Scan the QR code below to register for the workshop.
It's never too early to start planning your first steps as a registered nurse. Learn how our newly updated digital handbook can help prepare and support you as you enter the profession: ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jFM5N0
Ready to lead the way? Discover five powerful actions you can take right now to elevate your student journey and shape the future of nursing. Start making a real difference today: https://bit.ly/3ZkoXu7 #studentjourney
RCN Northern Ireland Executive Director, Rita Devlin, visited the PATH unit at the Mater Hospital in Belfast today on #InternationalNursesDay . A very Happy International Nurses’ Day to all of our members working in all areas of health care across Northern Ireland 💙#IND2026 #NursesDay
Happy InternationalNursesDay to all our members! How are you celebrating today? Show your appreciation for nursing staff across the world by sharing this post to your followers 💙 Celebrating at work? Tag us in your posts 📸 https://bit.ly/4v0GXYv
Join the RCN Northern Ireland Independent Sector Network and the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA) on 12 May 2026, 2pm-4pm, for an empowering webinar focused on driving excellence in person-centred patient care.
Ahead of InternationalNursesDay tomorrow, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian, and RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger say thank you to nursing staff across the globe. 🌎 Find ways to get involved ➡️ https://bit.ly/48XDnFC
RCN Northern Ireland will reopen on Tuesday 5 May 2026. We're still here to support you over the bank holiday period. Find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qm2tEK
Today, on #InternationalWorkersMemorialDay, we commemorate nursing staff who have lost their lives while caring for others. Explore our resources on managing stress, and learn how your employer should be supporting you and your colleagues. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Qxby0I
What are your top tips for staying on top of your studies? We want our student nurse community to feel like a space where students support each other, share real experiences and learn together. ❤️ https://bit.ly/3mEofVj
Join the RCN Nursing Leadership Academy for a timely and globally focussed session exploring the 2025 WHO report on the State of the World's Nursing. Explore emerging trends, new care models, and the future skills nurses will need. 📅 Thur 7 May 🕔 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm 🔗 https://bit.ly/47UANQu
Empowering nurses across Northern Ireland to provide compassionate, dignified care-discover our essential new video resource from the RCN Palliative Care Network and lead the way in excellence.
Join the RCN Northern Ireland Primary Care Network's exclusive masterclass and take your expertise in skin cancer and benign lesion recognition to the next level. Learn from top experts and secure your place with confidence! 👇 https://bit.ly/4sHdHEV
Don’t miss our latest podcast from the Independent Sector Network, Stephanie Craig, our network lead, and Stacey Finlay, deputy lead, with Gary Cousins, Senior Professional Lead at NIPEC. Listen now: https://www.rcn.org.uk/northernireland/Independent-Sector-in-Northern-Ireland
RCN Northern Ireland will reopen on Tuesday 7 April 2026. We're still here to support you over the bank holiday period. Find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qm2tEK
Public Health Award Has a nurse, midwife or nursing assistant/HCA you know contributed to improving or raising awareness of public health in Northern Ireland? The Public Health Award sponsored by Public Health Agency is now open for nominations #NINoY26. Apply here: https://bit.ly/48plH2G
Public Health Award Has a nurse, midwife or nursing assistant/HCA you know contributed to improving or raising awareness of public health in Northern Ireland? The Public Health Award sponsored by Public Health Agency is now open for nominations #NINoY26. Apply here: https://bit.ly/48plH2G
Ready to take the first step toward a career in Nursing or Midwifery? Join us to explore your options, connect with professionals, and get inspired by real stories from the field! 👩⚕️✨ https://www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/events/rcn-ni-pathways-into-nursing-and-midwifery
Thinking about a future in Nursing or Midwifery? Come along and discover everything you need to know about starting your journey! Information sessions run every hour from 2pm, with the last one starting at 6pm. 🕕 We can't wait to see you there! https://bit.ly/3Z9zlEP
Join us for a dedicated study day designed to strengthen the skills & confidence of emergency care professionals supporting older adults in ED. With an ageing population & increasing complexity in urgent care, this workshop focuses on delivering evidence based, compassionate and person centred care.
Please note: The building will be closed on Tuesday for St Patrick's Day, but we’re back open on Wednesday 18 March. All online support remains fully available at https://bit.ly/3EImzDs. 📚 Need to reach RCN Direct? Visit https://bit.ly/3GAO9CD or call 0345 7726100 - we’re here for you! ☎️
Join the RCN Northern Ireland Primary Care Network's exclusive masterclass and take your expertise in skin cancer and benign lesion recognition to the next level. Learn from top experts and secure your place with confidence! 👇 https://bit.ly/4sHdHEV
Feel like your pay doesn’t match your work? Take charge by updating your job description and requesting an evaluation! Join one of our friendly job evaluation workshops to learn more - just scan the QR code or click the link below 👇 https://bit.ly/46d0XNd
The Palliative Care Award, sponsored by Marie Curie, is open to registered nurses working in Northern Ireland. This award recognises individuals or teams who can demonstrate a positive care experience through excellence in person-centred end of life care. Apply now! https://bit.ly/4r0JfoQ
The CNO Rising Star Award, sponsored by the Department of Health, aims to recognise a registered nurse who has been qualified for less than 2 years but who, in that short time, has stood out as having improved the quality of their own practice. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3uLB1c5
Sleep apnoea is a major health issue that affects millions. Sleep clinic nurse Karen plays a vital role in helping people get the treatment they need for this common condition. Learn more about how she's making a difference: ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4q2BYDK