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President, Royal College of Nursing

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 15/05/2026
"It’s important that we celebrate our profession not just on International Nurses’ Day, but all year round.” 💬 In his latest blog, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on #InternationalNursesDay and looks forward to RCN Congress 2026. Read more ⬇️
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Valuing our global profession | Royal College of Nursing
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on International Nurses’ Day and looks forward to RCN Congress 2026.
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Royal College of Nursing Wales @thercnwales.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
We’re thrilled to share that Nicola Williams has been appointed as the new Executive Director of RCN Wales, beginning in April. Read more ⬇️ bit.ly/4uM2mFw
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RCN Wales appoints Nicola Williams as Executive Director | News | Royal College of Nursing
Nicola will join the RCN in April as Executive Director of RCN Wales, bringing more than three decades of clinical and senior leadership experience
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12/02/2026
🧵 Today, the governments in England and Wales have announced a 3.3% pay award for NHS staff for 2026/27. This is below inflation and far from what nursing staff deserve. Read more ⬇️
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Westminster government announces Agenda for Change pay award in England | News | Royal College of Nursing
The RCN says the government’s below-inflation 2026/27 NHS pay award is an insult
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 23/01/2026
In his first blog of the year, RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social reflects on our continued pressure to end corridor care, the achievements of the RCN Institute in its first full year and looks ahead to 2026 👇
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Raising our voice and fighting for change | Royal College of Nursing
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on our continued pressure to end corridor care, the achievements of the RCN Institute in its first full year and looks ahead to 2026.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 24/12/2025
As 2025 draws to a close, RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social reflects on his first year in post, and looks at what we can achieve together in 2026. Catch-up with Bejoy’s blog here ⬇️
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The end of the year, but the start of something | Royal College of Nursing
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on the highlights of his first year as RCN President and his hopes for the profession.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 28/11/2025
In his latest blog, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on the Budget, the government’s proposals on indefinite leave to remain and Nursing Support Workers’ Day. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4pwNI17
Inspirational quote on a black background with white text and a blue footer, stating: "It is so important that we keep fighting for the profession that we love and the people who depend on us." - Bejoy Sebastian, RCN President. The Royal College of Nursing logo is displayed at the bottom.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 30/10/2025
RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social reflects on the rise of complaints about racism at work, the impact on the nursing workforce and how nursing must be properly valued. Read more: bit.ly/43yDrsQ
Quote from Bejoy Sebastian, RCN President, expressing sadness over racist incidents faced by members, on a Royal College of Nursing background.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 26/09/2025
"Recent hostility we’ve witnessed against migrants and anti-immigration rhetoric makes it more important than ever to support and celebrate our diverse membership". Read @bejoysebastian.bsky.social's monthly blog: bit.ly/4mM1uLS
Quote from RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reads: The NHS and care system has always needed staff from across the world to come to the UK to care for our patients - and as a country we should be celebrating that.
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
So much to reflect upon since becoming President of the RCN. I’m forever proud to represent such a diverse profession who are making a difference every single day. Do give my latest blog a read 👇
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Last week I got the chance to speak with our members in Plymouth about their pay and other issues they face. Ensuring members voices are heard in the important conversations is a priority of mine, I wrote about this in light of the results of our pay consultations in my latest blog: bit.ly/47m0k5r
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 08/08/2025
In his monthly update to members, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian thanks every member who voted in our recent pay consultations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. He reflects on the importance of making our voices heard all year round to achieve meaningful change. Read more ➡️ buff.ly/uvtevnf
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Quote reads: We are a safety-critical profession, and that is something that has to be at the heart of any negotiations.​
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
I will go to any length to reach our members, wherever they are, to take part in pay consultations. Every member’s vote strengthens our voice – have your say here: www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
Standing with nursing staff, holding promotional consultation materialsChatting with two members of nursing staff
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Pleasure speaking with aspiring students interested in nursing courses at Southwark College yesterday. To all future nurses: we see you, we hear you, and we need you. Let’s work together to build a system that truly supports you and removes barriers in your way to joining our incredible profession.
Speaking with students at Southwark CollegePicture with students at Southwark CollegePicture with students and staff at Southwark CollegeSpeaking with students at Southwark College
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
An exciting moment. Proud to see the launch of the UK’s first comprehensive nursing career frameworks. This is a vital tool for supporting development, retention and ambition at every stage. 👏
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
This Care Home Open Week, I want to thank all our members working in care homes who deliver high-quality, person-centred care every single day. Thank you for everything you do. #CHOW25
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
My statement following the tragic loss of life in the Air India crash yesterday. To all the nurses, families, and communities mourning right now—my heart is with you.
Quote reads: I’m shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives on the Air India Ahmedabad–Gatwick flight.Quote reads: As a nurse, I feel particularly affected by the loss of one of our own—a dedicated nurse from Portsmouth who tragically lost her life. The bond we share as nurses makes this loss feel deeply personal. We care for others every day, and when one of us is taken too soon, it leaves a heavy ache in our hearts.
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
It's so important that every eligible member takes part in our consultation. If you're on Agenda for Change terms and conditions in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, do you think 3.6% is enough? Have your say here and spread the word with your colleagues: www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 13/05/2025
Across the UK, UCAS data shows that applications to study nursing have fallen by 34% since 2021. We can’t afford to lose the next generation of nursing staff – sign our petition to demand governments across the UK do more to improve financial support for nursing students ➡️ buff.ly/7LmGXKM
Image displaying the Royal College of Nursing Students logo with text encouraging support for nursing students and inviting them to sign the support register. The background is blue with white text.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12/05/2025
Today, Professor Nicola Ranger, our General Secretary and Chief Executive addressed RCN Congress to set out the RCN’s demands of governments across the UK to better support and value the nursing profession. Watch below, and read more. ➡️ bit.ly/42VtuG7 #RCN25
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Professor Nicola Ranger address RCN Congress 2025
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
It was an honour to address my first RCN Congress as RCN President, on International Nurses' Day no less. Really looking forward to meeting many of you over the coming days and hearing from our members as we set the agenda for nursing. #RCN25 #InternationalNursesDay
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RCN President Bejoy Sebastian addresses RCN Congress 2025
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12/05/2025
Our President, @bejoysebastian.bsky.social, gave his first address at the #RCN25 opening ceremony this morning, before celebrating the achievements of members at the RCN Awards. Read more about the awards and opening ceremony ➡️ bit.ly/43mHmt3
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RCN President Bejoy Sebastian addresses RCN Congress 2025
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Happy #InternationalNursesDay everyone! I want to join so many others around the world to say thank you to nursing staff everywhere. I see the immense contribution you make every day, and as RCN President I will work tirelessly to ensure you get the recognition you deserve.
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Happy International Nurses' Day, from Professor Nicola Ranger and Bejoy Sebastian
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12/05/2025
Nursing staff make the best moments of someone’s life possible, and the worst moments bearable. Join us in celebrating nursing staff everywhere – watch and share our film, and tell us why you agree nursing is worth fighting for. #InternationalNursesDay #NursesDay rcn.org.uk/nursesday
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International Nurses' Day 2025
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Incredible visit to Scotland this week. Powerful member voiced voices— from tackling corridor care in Glasgow to the inspiring Purple Butterfly Project in Edinburgh. Proud to see members & RCN staff working together to drive real change. #Band5Review #FairPay #CorridorCare #RCNCongress
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Great to visit Scotland and hear from some of our members about their work ⬇️
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 25/04/2025
“I realised, if I wanted to make a real difference, I needed to go to the core of the RCN into an elected role.” Get to know your new RCN President, @bejoysebastian.bsky.social, in this RCN Magazine profile ➡️ buff.ly/D4svZgb
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Introducing Bejoy Sebastian, newly elected RCN President
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RCN Northern Ireland @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
RCN Northern Ireland was delighted to welcome the RCN President, Bejoy Sebastian, to Belfast today where he met nursing staff at the Mater Hospital in the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust and heard about some of the great care and treatment in their respiratory wards. @rcn.org.uk
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 14/04/2025
NEW: Nurses' Day 2025! Join us on 12 May to celebrate the incredible skill, dedication and impact of nursing. At RCN Congress, in your workplace, online - be part of it. #NursesDay buff.ly/Fb9X8Sz
Promotional graphic for Nurses' Day by the Royal College of Nurses, featuring two individuals smiling and interacting, with text announcing Nurses' Day on May 12.
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Against all odds, despite all the challenges they experienced, the nursing team at North Middlesex has done a brilliant job, with every layer and level of nursing working together to achieve the best for the patients and communities they serve. Well done Team #NursingBrilliance @rcn.org.uk
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
It’s truly humbling to be among the best in UK nursing, celebrating the nursing brilliance all across the country.
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
From welcoming His Majesty The King to RCN HQ, to attending our Joint Reps Conference in Bristol, it was great to reflect on what's been a busy few weeks in my latest blog 👇🏾
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Great to be speaking at my first Joint Reps Conference as RCN President and hearing from amazing RCN reps from all over the UK in Bristol today. Hoping to meet many of our reps today and continue to understand more about the work you do, and what the RCN can do to keep supporting you.
Selfie picture of me with attendees at the RCN Joint Reps Conference sat around a table.Selfie picture of me with attendees at the RCN Joint Reps Conference stood around a table.
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
It was an honour to meet His Majesty the King today to relaunch the RCN Prince of Wales Nursing Cadet scheme, now the Royal College of Nursing King’s Nursing Cadets. The support of His Majesty has inspired many young people to begin their journey working in health care.
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian meeting His Majesty King Charles at RCN HQ in London. RCN General Secretary and General Secretary Professor Nicola Ranger is stood on the left-hand side.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 11/03/2025
"We've been left behind" 5 years ago today, the WHO declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. It feels like a lifetime ago, and yet also just yesterday. Nursing staff spoke with us about their reflections on the pandemic, and its profound and lasting impact: buff.ly/HqCHWZd
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COVID-19: Nursing staff 'will never forget' pandemic 5 years on
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Happy #InternationalWomensDay everyone! Being part of a female-led profession means getting to work with so many inspirational women. Grateful for the chance to speak about just one of them here, Hannah, my old mentor who taught me so much. Watch below ⬇️ youtube.com/shorts/vqV3u...
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International Women's Day 2025: Inspirational women
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Susan Masters @susanmasters.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
The South West RCN team were delighted to welcome our new President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social to meet nursing teams in various settings in Somerset .
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Nursing Standard :: RCNi @nursingstandard.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Nursing associate job ad calls for ‘registered nurse’ ability NHS trust removes ad for nursing associate to take on ‘all tasks normally undertaken by a registered nurse’, as concerns raised over risk to patient safety and the workforce rcni.com/nursing-stan...
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Nursing associate job ad calls for ‘registered nurse’ ability
An NHS trust has drawn criticism over a job advert for a nursing associate whose duties would be ‘all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced registered nurse’, including assessing ambulance and w...
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Nursing Standard :: RCNi @nursingstandard.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Menopause stigma in nursing: does it make you want to quit? Read about the nurses whose own challenging experiences are now shaping staff menopause support services in the NHS.
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Menopause stigma in nursing: does it make you want to quit?
The nurse workforce has a significant proportion of women in the typical perimenopause and menopause age range. While NHS employers are improving the support they offer women who experience debilitating and often distressing symptoms, some nurses feel they have no choice but to quit their job. Continuing stigma about menopause means some colleagues and managers fail to understand the full impact of menopause symptoms on a nurse’s working life. And overwhelming anxiety compounded by poor sleep can make nurses fearful of making mistakes in clinical practice. Nurses with their own experience of managing menopause at work, explain how they are supporting others to do the same. 
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Nursing Standard :: RCNi @nursingstandard.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
ICU nurses threaten strike over redeployment plan Trust chief nurse says rotating nurses to ICU with more complex patients would keep staff’s skills up to date, but union says longer commutes could risk burnout. rcni.com/nursing-stan...
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ICU nurses threaten strike over redeployment plan
NHS trust wants to rotate ICU nurses who work at Bassetlaw Hospital so they can gain experience of the more complex patients cared for at sister hospital Doncaster Royal Infirmary. But the union Unite...
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Bejoy Sebastian @bejoysebastian.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
I trust in our collective strength as nursing professionals. Let’s work together and make our children and our patients proud of what our generation did for their future. Royal College of Nursing@followers
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 24/01/2025
In his first blog as RCN President, @bejoysebastian.bsky.social reflects on his first month in the role and current issues facing the nursing profession. 📝 Read Bejoy's update and find resources to help you raise concerns in your workplace on our website ➡️ buff.ly/3PPpGyU
A graphic with a photo of Bejoy Sebastian, RCN President. Text reads: In my role as President, I want to do everything I can to ensure the voices of our members are heard loudly by governments and other decision makers.
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