Royal College of Nursing Students

28/09/2025

🩺 Spotting skin cancer early can save lives and even as a student nurse, you can make the difference.

As a future nurse, knowing how to assess moles using the ABCDE approach is an important skill that could help catch melanoma before it becomes life-threatening.

Learn the signs with RCN UK Professional Lead for Long Term Conditions, Callum Metcalfe-O'Shea, who breaks down the process for you ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KpKopn

25/09/2025

There’s no future for nursing without student nurses. Financial hardship is pushing people out of training while the NHS needs more staff.

Add your voice: call on UK governments to fund nursing students fairly.

Sign the petition
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The financial pressures on nursing students are putting the future of nursing at risk. Sign the RCN's petition to help protect it, before it’s too late.

24/09/2025

The RCN Awards are a fantastic opportunity for you to celebrate your fellow members.

Do you know an RCN Student Ambassador who has made a difference at your university who deserve extra recognition?

They may have:
💬 established, or re-invigorated, a nursing society at their university
📋 started a petition or campaign on a topical nursing or education issue
💙 provided peer support to help other student nurses

Nominate them by 17 October: https://bit.ly/4nvB8hN

23/09/2025

Royal College of Nursing Libraries isn’t just the biggest nursing resource in Europe, it’s a hub of support, learning and wellbeing for our members across the UK.

From helpful library services to staying up-to-date with thousands of e-journals, access everything you need to thrive in your career from day one.

RCN Students, welcome to the world of nursing. Get started by exploring the RCN Library and Museum's blog ⬇️

The RCN Library and Museum isn’t just the biggest nursing resource in Europe, it’s a hub of support, learning and wellbeing for our members across the UK.

21/09/2025

To support pre-registration nursing students in developing their skills and confidence in presenting at professional conferences, the RCN is offering up to four discretionary funded places at next year’s conference (including support with travel and accommodation costs).

Find out more 👇

Submit an abstract for this leading conference aimed at nurse educators working across health and social care.

19/09/2025

👩‍⚕️ Did you know? By 1971, over 30,000 Irish-born nurses were working in the NHS!
Shortly after its creation in 1948, it led an active recruitment campaign to attract Irish students to train and work as nurses.

In our latest magazine piece, we’re sharing the inspiring journeys of some of those nurses who took the leap. Their stories are full of courage, care, and connection - read the full article at the link below. ⬇️

A leap into the unknown led to lifelong careers in the NHS for thousands of Irish nurses

18/09/2025

💥 First-year nursing students - your first year of RCN membership is free!

Get career tips, financial advice, and personal support. Don’t miss out ➡️ https://bit.ly/4guLr3o

16/09/2025

Starting out as a newly registered nurse is an exciting milestone worth celebrating. Tell us about your experience of finding your first job as a NRN - your insights can inspire student nurses and shape the future of our profession.

Share a short video ➡️ http://www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved/Get-involved-as-a-student ?utm_campaign=student_social&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

15/09/2025

We are almost halfway through our run of 'Prison Nursing Unlocked: A history of care and justice'! Visit us at the RCN Library and Museum in London to catch our latest exhibitions. Find more info on how to visit here: https://bit.ly/3JYLyYK.

13/09/2025

Your nursing journey matters. As a final year student, we know there may be challenges in finding your first permanent nursing role.

Share your story with us in a short video ➡️ https://bit.ly/4peKxvS

12/09/2025

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Luna helps Caroline, who has mobility issues, to live independently and carry out her day-to-day work in general practice

10/09/2025

Free membership for first-year nursing students? Yes please! 🎉

Join the RCN and get access career guidance, financial advice, and personal support ➡️ https://bit.ly/3V6raY1