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lcdoncaster.bsky.social @lcdoncaster.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Advanced nursing practitioners use their skills, knowledge and passion to support patients in all areas of nursing. They often take on further qualifications and pressure to ensure all patients receive episodes of care that often goes above and beyond #rcn26 @faerycaramel.bsky.social
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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Essex nurse reflects on 50-year career for Mental Health Nurses’ Day A nurse originally inspired by young patients he met on a football field is celebrating almost 51 years working in mental health care. #nurse #nursing #mentalhealth #careers #mentalhealthnurse www.nursingtimes.net/mental-healt...
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Essex nurse reflects on 50-year career for Mental Health Nurses’ Day
A nurse originally inspired by young patients he met on a football field is celebrating almost 51 years working in mental health care.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 27/01/2026
We send our support to Alex Pretti's family and loved ones, and the global nursing community which has lost a devoted member. No matter where they are in the world, they - and the people they serve - deserve to be safe, both at work and in their communities.
Quote from Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive, that says: "Nursing is a global family, and Alex Pretti’s death in such violent circumstances will be felt deeply. Those who join our profession do so because they are compassionate, and driven by an unrivalled commitment to public service."
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 09/01/2026
How are you standing up for nursing this year? 📣 Join Chair of Council, @faerycaramel.bsky.social, and share your pledge for 2026. Share this post to show your commitment, and find more pledges to share by reading Carmel’s update. ➡️ bit.ly/44I3Y7F
Promotional poster stating "This year, I pledge to stay vigilant, reporting issues and risks to patient safety every time I witness them." Includes the logo of the Royal College of Nursing at the bottom.Promotional image from the Royal College of Nursing encouraging sharing the post to support nursing teams, featuring a paper airplane graphic.
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
@rcn.org.uk Merry Christmas to you all, and to our nursing family, I hope the festive period is calm, I wish you joy and hope for the new year. 🌟💙🌟
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 23/12/2025
In a recent update to members, Chair of RCN Council @faerycaramel.bsky.social encourages everyone to renew their commitment to standing up for change - for themselves, their colleagues and their patients. Read more. ⬇️
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Renewing my nursing resolution: advocating for my value and worth|Royal College of Nursing | Royal College of Nursing
RCN Council Chair Carmel O'Boyle says it's time for nursing staff to advocate for their worth and value in the workplace.
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shibs @drshibley.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
A reflection for xmas. shibley.substack.com/p/last-and-t...
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Last (and this) Christmas
I frequently think about the year 2007 as the point when time fractured for me.
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
On behalf of RCN Council, we send our thoughts and prayers to all lose affected by Storm Melissa. Nursing staff will be directly impacted by this disaster and we know they will be doing all they can to provide care to others. We stand with our nursing colleagues across the Caribbean 💙 @rcn.org.uk
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 02/10/2025
In light of the news of today's horrific attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester, our General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger responds on behalf of the RCN.
Image showing a quote by Professor Sicotara Ranger, condemning violence and expressing thanks to responders and nursing staff for their support and care.
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 27/05/2025
We are deeply shocked and saddened by the incident in Liverpool yesterday. Our thanks are with all those involved in the response. We are here if you need support: buff.ly/ESz6ekd
Quote from Carmel O'Boyle reads: My thoughts are with everyone in my hometown of Liverpool and all those who were involved in the response to yesterday's horrifying incident. Only two weeks since our city welcomed us to Congress, the joy we felt there will be found again. Liverpool is a strong community and will stand together, as always.
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
@rcn.org.uk #RCN25
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Enough is enough. Let’s get loud! The message from #RCN25 is clear: don’t mess with nursing staff. Watch this space! 💚💪
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
@natlou28.bsky.social and I are here! #RCN25 we’re nearly ready! See you soon @rcn.org.uk 💙
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Nat @natlou28.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Myself and @faerycaramel.bsky.social had the honour of representing @rcn.org.uk at Royal garden Party on 7th May 2025 . It was a privilege to represent our amazing members We was able to talk lots people about Nursing and issue nursing is facing .
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Simon Browes @sabrowes.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Nursing student Sean Mahony, from @exeter.ac.uk, speaking eloquently, with insight and empathy, about his practice placement in adult social care nursing at the @rcn.org.uk.
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The Lancet Respiratory Medicine @lancetrespirmed.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
On #WorldAsthmaDay, thelancet.com homepage is highlighting Asthma in focus: bridging care gaps, new therapies, & global trends Check out the highlighted asthma content and explore more in The Lancet Asthma Clinic collection tinyurl.com/yc2nwt8n
Dr administering inhaler with spacer to child

Copyright © 2025 AJ Photo/Science Photo Library
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Well. Congress just got real! Can’t wait to see you @rcn.org.uk a week to go! 💙
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 02/05/2025
With just over a week until Congress, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian looks ahead and considers some of the important issues that will be debated by our members. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3S6aTRz
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian wearing a ceremonial chain, smiling in front of a brick wall with a quote about looking forward to hearing from members at Congress.
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 16/03/2025
“A right for every nurse to work in an environment that looks after and supports them.” Lena, RCN Professional Lead for Nursing Workforce, explains how nursing staff across the UK can engage with the Nursing Workforce Standards to deliver change in their workplaces. ☑️ Learn more: buff.ly/kV4RnDb
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 11/03/2025
Today, cadets demonstrated skills learned as Royal College of Nursing King’s Cadets to HM King Charles III. His Majesty was greeted by Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive, who introduced him to cadets and the staff who run the programme across the UK. ➡️ buff.ly/o9PFsd4
HM King Charles III engaging in conversation with a group of RCN Cadets in a wood-panelled room as part of the relaunch of the scheme.HM King Charles III engaging in conversation with RCN President Bejoy Sebastian at the event in Cowdray Hall at RCN Headquarters, central London. HM King Charles III engaging in conversation with a cadet, who is holding a plaque, inside a room with wood panelling. Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN Chief Executive & General Secretary is present, and introduced him to cadets and the staff who run the programme across the UK.HM King Charles III participates in a CPR demonstration with nursing cadets by his side as they instruct him on the process.
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Nat @natlou28.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
I hope to be supportive Vice Chair of council alongside @faerycaramel.bsky.social we want create and college where every members feels valued and that they have part to play in strengthening the nursing profession and the nursing voice
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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
International Nurses Day 2025 theme revealed The wellbeing of nursing staff will be the focus of the 2025 International Nurses Day (IND), those behind the initiative have revealed. #nursing #IND2025 #IND25 #internationalnursesday #nurse #nurses #nursewellbeing www.nursingtimes.net/nurse-wellbe...
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International Nurses Day 2025 theme revealed
The wellbeing of nursing staff will be the focus of the 2025 International Nurses Day (IND), tho...
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Liam Thorp @liamthorp.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
This week three hospitals in Merseyside have declared critical incidents as the NHS struggles to cope with soaring demand This is what it’s like for patients and staff inside those crisis-hit hospitals 👇 www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
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Critical: Inside our crisis-hit hospitals as emergencies declared
Traumatised patients and exhausted staff speak out after a week that took our NHS crisis to a new, terrifying level
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Abi Merriel @abimerriel.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
I just listened to my amazing colleagues discuss the mirena coil on their new podcast between two ovaries! Really worth a listen for some mirena myth busting open.spotify.com/episode/4lHw...
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Episode 1: Myths about the Mirena Coil
Between 2 Ovaries · Episode
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#MHNursesDay @mhnursesday.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
Our fresh new logo for #MHNursesDay 2025! So glad to have colleagues join us on BlueSky as we begin to disengage from what used to be Twitter. Look forward to joining our global celebrations together on 21st February!
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Harry Eccles @harryeccles.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
Soooo, yes we recognise there is a crisis, and we plan to get to it in 2028? Investing in social care now would relieve pressure on the NHS, and lessening the need to outsource to private providers. www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
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Wes Streeting defends pace of plans for adult social care reform – UK politics live
Health secretary says initial reports from commission led by Louise Casey will come next year
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Wes Streeting @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Today Stephen Kinnock and I announce the biggest funding for hospices in a generation: £100 million for improving buildings, kit and technology £26 million grant for children and young people’s hospices An early Christmas present for hospices that do a wonderful job for families.
Wes and Stephen with Charlie and his family and team
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 22/12/2024
Ouch! Solving the riddle of pain
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Ouch! Solving the riddle of pain
We all know what hurts, but why is it so difficult to describe? Emma Cook meets the neurologists attempting to solve one of medicine’s most enduring issues and what it means for patients – and hears from a woman who has never felt pain Deep in the…
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 14/12/2024
Government has the power to improve nursing pay, but right now the UK govt has suggested only funding a 2.8% pay increase for NHS staff in England next year. We say the PRB process is outdated. It's time for direct negotiations on pay. Agree? Sign our open letter: buff.ly/3VDEkfN
Tell you MP we need direct negotiations on nursing pay.
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Dr Steve Taylor @drstevetaylor.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
#NHS GP for over 30yrs / 100% NHS 90%+ voted for action to highlight the problem of 20% reduced funding, 20% more work, 7% fewer GPs 1/4 under 30s left in the last few years, 3000+ under employed/unemployed The choice for many GPs is to leave GP, NHS, the country @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 15/12/2024
Our forums and networks cover a wide range nursing specialisms and their work helps to shape the nursing profession. Find out how you can get more involved and learn more about the work of your forum on our website. buff.ly/2KQkh93
Forums and networks rcn.org.uk/get-involved/forums
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
The Vimes theory of boots.
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Dr Crystal Oldman CBE, RN, RHV, QN, FRCN @crystaloldman.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
District Nurses are the clinical experts, key coordinators and the glue of community nursing services, ensuring people & their loved ones are cared for at home with professionalism, person centered care & advanced skills. @TheQNI champions the work of DNs every day. qni.org.uk/explore-qni/...
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Donate to the Queen's Nursing Institute online
Donate to The Queen's Nursing Institute and help support working and retired nurses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Nat @natlou28.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
I am honoured to be the new vice chair on council.myself, the new chair of council @faerycaramel.bsky.social and new council are looking forward supporting and developing the college to strengthen the voice of nursing and the value of the nursing profession throughout the UK and beyond .
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Olga Leach-Walters @olgaleachwalters77.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve... Congratulations @Carmel & @natlou28.bsky.social New #Chair and #Vice Chair of @thercn.bsky.social #Council Looking forward to us continuing from Board Chairs to #Council Progressing important issues affecting nursing #Inspire #Lead #Governance #Fairpay #Safestaffing
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New Chair and Vice Chair of RCN Council elected | News | Royal College of Nursing
Carmel O’Boyle will lead the RCN's governing body with Natalie Brooks elected as Vice Chair, from January 2025.
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Dr Julia Grace Patterson @jujuliagrace.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Can I be very honest? Our little non-profit relies on merchandise sales to power our work fighting for the NHS. This year because Twitter imploded, we have had fewer orders and I’m very worried. If you need beautiful Christmas cards, a lovely pen or stocking, please could you support EveryDoctor?💙..
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faerycaramel.bsky.social @faerycaramel.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
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Luke @lukeintohealth.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Newfound admiration for Nicola Ranger @thercn.bsky.social “It's no longer just about a percentage pay rise. “It's what are we doing, particularly in England, to make sure that we both retain and recruit brilliant nurses in every single sector, and that is what we're disappointed about.”
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Ministers urged to engage with RCN on reforms to nursing
The government needs to urgently introduce structural reforms for nursing, if ambitions to move ...
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 11/12/2024
🆕 | New Chair and Vice Chair of RCN Council have been elected. Carmel O’Boyle will lead our governing body with Natalie Brooks elected as Vice Chair. Find out more in our latest member news story ⬇️
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New Chair and Vice Chair of RCN Council elected | News | Royal College of Nursing
Carmel O’Boyle will lead the RCN's governing body with Natalie Brooks elected as Vice Chair, from January 2025.
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Mousey @mouseyali.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Congratulations to @faerycaramel.bsky.social on your elections to Chair of Council and @natlou28.bsky.social to Vice Chair of Council Absolutely the right people for the roles, who have both always had the voices of all @thercn.bsky.social members at the forefront of all they do for the college
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 05/12/2024
Investment in nursing is key to achieving the Prime Minister's plan to cut NHS waiting lists. His Plan for Change needs a plan to turn our profession around. Read our response to today's speech from the Prime Minister: bit.ly/3ZkEmKI
Quote card from Patricia Marquis, Executive Director of RCN England which says: For patients to feel that the NHS is improving over the next five years, the government must prioritise fixing the crisis in nursing. A fairly paid and safely staffed nursing workforce would transform care and positively impact the lives of millions.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 02/12/2024
It's time for direct pay talks with government over NHS pay in England. Your elected Trade Union Committee members have withdrawn the RCN from the outdated NHS PRB process. It’s time for a change. Add your name to call on your MP’s support for negotiations. 📝 bit.ly/4g6AnIa
A square blue graphic, with a yellow circle at the top. Text reads: Tell your MP. We need direct negotiations on nursing pay.
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Liam Thorp @liamthorp.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
I've covered homelessness for many years, here in Liverpool - and in other major cities - things are as desperate as I can remember
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Fears grow for huge numbers of homeless in city as cold bites
Cabinet member confirms plans to bring back homeless hub as numbers on the streets continue to grow
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