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We are the Royal College of Nursing South West region. Follow us for updates. Find out more about us rcn.org.uk/southwest

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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Susan Masters, Director RCN South West is at the South West Community and Primary Care Nursing awards in Taunton today, excited to be presenting an award later this afternoon.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 10/10/2025
🆕 We are pleased to be accrediting neonatal specialty education and training programmes in England. Our endorsement will ensure that education and training for those working in neonatal services is consistent, focused on improving patient outcomes and in line with national standards. Read more ⬇️
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RCN to accredit national neonatal specialty education and training programmes | News | Royal College of Nursing
Our endorsement will ensure that education and training for those working in neonatal services is consistent and focused on improving patient safety outcomes
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
@hsj.co.uk reports today - NHS England has indicated that integrated care boards can scrap the roles of chief nurse and chief medical officer. Read more shorturl.at/Qu96W
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Charlie Faulkner, Senior Regional Officer, and Jenna Williams, Regional Officer, have updated our union board in Musgrove Park Hospital today. They have also visited the wards with some pens to introduce to Jenna who is new to the patch to members
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Our IHSC Lead Nurse, Sarah Winfield-Davies, visited Blossom Fields Nursing Home in Bristol yesterday. Sarah met Manager, Maggie Dance and Deputy, Jude Brain, seeing and hearing about all the great initiatives happening in the home and learning more about the award they recently won.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 09/07/2025
Working with others, we’ve managed to secure some significant improvements in the Employment Rights Bill. Changes we’ve pushed for will make sure statutory parental bereavement leave and pay are made available to people who have experienced pregnancy loss before 24 weeks. Learn more ⬇️
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Employment Rights Bill: what does it mean for nursing staff? | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
The RCN is pushing the UK government to improve the working rights of its members and to protect those rights in law
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
We are very excited to be welcoming the RCN President, Bejoy Sebastian, to the region today. He's visiting Musgrove Park Hospital to #GetOutTheVote on #NHSpay. He'll be with Senior RCN Officer Charlie Faulkner on the concourse outside Marks & Spencer from 11 am until 2:30 pm - drop by and say hello!
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
RCN Stewards Emma Migliari and Mike Paterson are with our Independent Health and Social Care Lead Nurse (South West) Sarah Winfield-Davies this morning at North Devon District Hospital to #GetOutTheVote on NHS pay. They're there until 11am. Have you had your say yet? www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
We were delighted to welcome Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive, to the region this week as we visited St Ann's Hospital, Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust, Dorset. Huge thanks to all the staff there for showing us around on such a beautiful sunny day.
Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive, third from right, on her visit to St Ann's Hospital in Poole, Dorset
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Is a 3.6% pay rise enough to help you pay your bills and feel valued as a professional? #RCN Officer Jessie Tame and Senior RCN Officer Nikki Thomas are at Torbay Hospital today to #GetOutTheVote on #NHSpay. Have you voted yet? MAKE SURE YOU VOTE - go to this page: www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
We've been at Yeovil District Hospital today talking to members about the NHS pay consultation. Have you voted yet? Let us know if you think 3.6% is acceptable. www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Regional Director Susan Masters (pictured) and Regional Communications Manager Tracey Roberts are visiting Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton today. Keep a lookout for them if you're working there and say hello #NHSPay #FairPayForNursing
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
3.6% - is it enough? Our consultation for members in England, Wales and Northern Ireland working on Agenda for Change terms and conditions is open NOW. Have your say: bit.ly/3Hz4BHZ If you are on AfC T&Cs but didn't get our email check we have your correct details at MYRCN my.rcn.org.uk/Login
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Would you like free entry to and travel to and from the Downs for Bristol Pride 2025, along with discounts while there? RCN Greater Bristol branch is giving away Pride supporter wristbands to the first 30 members to book a place to march with them on Saturday 12 July. www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 22/05/2025
The UK govt has announced a 3.6% pay award for nursing staff on Agenda for Change in England - an increase that will be swallowed up by inflation. Our consultation will open soon for you to tell us what you think. Only you and your colleagues can decide if it's enough to value nursing. Read more:
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Nursing pay: Your England NHS Agenda for Change pay award is here | News | Royal College of Nursing
Is this pay increase enough? Get ready to have your say and check your details are up to date
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Are you a nursing support worker who works in Somerset, or do you know one? There are still places left on this free study event, happening online on 21 May. Please spread the word. www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Somerset Branch Nutrition Hydration and Skincare online event for Nursing Support Workers | Royal College of Nursing
Enhance your patient care - attend RCN Somerset's nutrition, hydration and skincare webinar
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Thanks for such a lovely positive post Kirsten - it actually made the Congress media board this morning! 🙂
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Harry Hayes @harryhayes17.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
My speech on the importance of allowing patients to feel heard in order to reduce health inequalities at rcn congress #rcn25 @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social #nursing
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Dorset's BJ Waltho proposed a resolution submitted by the Dorset branch on social care investment, seconded by Gloucestershire's Charlotte Jakab-Hall. Laura Adams (pictured right) also spoke persuasively and passionately on the topic. Read more about it here: www.rcn.org.uk/Congress/Con.... .
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Ewout Jackson @ewout1985.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
I spoke up about a subject close to my heart. It’s about more than visas. What is next? Are they going to look at those living in the U.K. with settled status? An emotive subject but one that needs to happen in light of the released white paper earlier this week. #RCN25
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Kirsten Bland @kirstenbland.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
I'm about to head home from an amazing #RCN25. I absolutely love Congress but this year with NHS job cuts I didn't realise how much I needed Congress. Thank you to all the incredible people I've met. U have reminded me of my value. @rcndorset.bsky.social @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Congress debated an emergency item on the proposed care workers' visa ban this morning. Gloucestershire branch's Ewout Jackson spoke passionately on the topic, having moved here from the Netherlands 15 years ago. The item was passed with overwhelming support shown for international colleagues.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Our newly released report on internationally educated nurses finds many plan to leave the UK due to low wages and the cost of living. They told us their personal stories of the impact of a lack of access to benefits and discrimination at work. bsky.app/profile/rcn....
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BJ @bjgw.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
The awesome members of @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social Learning, sharing, laughing and networking together. #rcn25
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Well done to @rcndorset.bsky.social on getting your matter for discussion on artificial intelligence in nursing accepted onto the agenda and discussed by Congress at #RCN25. Here is RCN Dorset Branch Secretary and South West Board member Kirsten Bland introducing the topic.
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RCN Dorset branch @rcndorset.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Dorset Voting Member Laura Adams speaking in the debate to lobby the government to define a strategy on how Nursing staff can reduce harm associated with the impact of opioids across the UK. Well done Laura 👏👏👏 #RCN25
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Tracey Tibaaga, a south west RCN student ambassador, spoke to a resolution submitted by the Students Committee on international student hardship and the need for more support from universities for this student group. "If we do not support international students we risk losing them", she said.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Emmanuel Asimah from Cornwall came up to the podium at #RCN25 and proposed that we change the item from a matter for discussion to a resolution. The audience agreed and the item was changed to a resolution, recognising its importance and the pivotal role of nursing in combatting human trafficking.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Adeoye Adedoyin from the South West has contributed to a rich debate on the role of nursing in preventing human trafficking - he quoted statistics estimating that 30 million people worldwide are trafficked. Nurses are in an ideal position to screen identify and support victims and we must. #RCN25
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
The debate on the impact of opioids was a matter for discussion at #RCN25 but it got changed to a resolution and it was overwhelmingly passed by the voting members in the auditorium. Wording below.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Lois Obidile-Ikwegbu spoke about synthetic opioids like fentanyl which she said is now the leading cause of drug-related deaths. "As nursing staff we are in a position to help reduce the harm they cause. A powerful tool is naloxone, which can reverse overdoses. We should all learn how to use it."
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Laura Adams, @rcndorset.bsky.social voting member, contributed to the debate on opioid use at #RCN25. "As a palliative care nurse I have time to listen to patients to hear what's brought them to that point. It's so important to focus on the holistic: the spiritual, psychological, & social aspects."
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Lois Obidile-Ikwegbu addressed burnout today at RCN Congress #RCN25 during a discussion item about the need for a better work-life balance for nursing staff. "You cannot give what you don't have", she argued. She ended with a rousing call to action: "We deserve to thrive and not just to survive". 👏
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Happy #InternationalNursesDay. Your Regional Director @susanmasters.bsky.social and the rest of the RCN South West team say THANK YOU for everything you do for those in your care. Take some time to celebrate yourself by watching and sharing this very short film...
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12/05/2025
Professor Nicola Ranger, General Secretary & Chief Executive, is delivering her keynote address to thousands of members at #RCN25 today. She will tell our internationally educated members what the RCN is demanding the UK government do to properly value their contribution to health and care services.
A quote card from Nicola Ranger: Thank you for bringing your skills to this country.  I’m telling [the UK government]: Give people the security, respect and stability they need. Stop the game playing.
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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Nurses must talk more about the “good as well as the bad” parts of the job to avoid discouraging people from joining the profession - but also warned the government not to abuse their love for the job. www.nursingtimes.net/workforce/nu...
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Nurses encouraged to share 'positives' of the job | Nursing Times
Read about a call to action made at RCN Congress 2025 for nurses to speak about the positives of the job to attract more people to nursing.
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RCN Dorset branch @rcndorset.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
@bjgw.bsky.social starting the debates off with and inspiring conversation celebrating the Nursing Profession. #RCN25 #NursesDay2025 @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk
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RCN Dorset branch @rcndorset.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
Some of #RCNDorsetBranch heading to Liverpool for #Congress #RCN25 @rcn.org.uk @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Matthew Stewart from Gloucestershire has been given a prestigious Award of Merit 🏅 at the Royal College of Nursing’s annual Congress in Liverpool. Congratulations Matthew! 👏 www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Gloucestershire nurse receives RCN Award of Merit | News | Royal College of Nursing
Matthew Stewart, lead steward at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, has received the highest honour the RCN can bestow for services to members.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
From your South West RCN Council member Ashleigh Taylor: "I’m finally sitting on a seat on attempt two to start my journey up to Congress 2025 and I reflect what a whirlwind the last few months have been." Read on for your first Council update of 2025... www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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An update from your South West Council member | Blog | Royal College of Nursing
Ashleigh Taylor touches base after a whirlwind first six months in post as the South West representative member on RCN Council.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Happy Nurses' Day. Thank you for everything you do for your patients, for their families, for your colleagues and your profession too. Your strength and dedication do not go unnoticed or unappreciated. We see you and we are grateful for you. fb.watch/zxDCivylXY/
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Want to know more about being a leader in the RCN? Read about our RCN member roles here #getactive #TheRCN
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Elected RCN members | Royal College of Nursing
Here are just a handful of the fantastic RCN members you've elected to represent our membership and take the lead for the nursing profession.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Regional Officer Jessie Tame will be on site at Callington Road hospital next Wednesday. Come and have a chat about the pressures you are experiencing, tell us about your challenges and how the RCN can support you. Wednesday 12 March 2025, 11:00am – 2:00pm Managers Meeting Room
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
A whirlwind visit to Devon last week by Nicola Ranger, RCN Chief Executive & General Secretary, who met teams across South Devon in a range of settings. Nicola said she was struck by the commitment of members to advocate for their service users and is committed to the RCN supporting them.
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RCN South West @rcnsouthwest.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
RCN staff Nicola and Tony are at Oxtalls, Uni of Glos today, ready to meet nursing students
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