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#OTD in 1805, Mary Seacole was born. Mary nursed British soldiers at the height of the cholera and yellow fever epidemics. During The Crimean War she funded her journey to the frontlines where she bravely nursed the wounded and gained the sobriquet ‘Mother Seacole’.

#NursingSupportWorkersDay RCN members have access to the complete Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series! Newly published, easy to read, and packed with real-world case studies. Available online and in print (free postage). Check them out now! bit.ly/4d1GIDH

Are you in London today for the #NursingSupportWorkersDay conference? Come say 👋 hello to your RCN library or check our HCAs, APs and TNAs Subject Guide: rcn.org.uk/library/Subjec…

Today we're joining @theRCN in shining a spotlight on nursing support workers across the UK and the vital care they deliver day in, day out. Get involved. #NursingSupportWorkersDay rcn.org.uk/nursingsupport…

Happy #NursingSupportWorkersDay! This year we opened our Shining a Light exhibition: uncover the history of nursing support workers and celebrate the contribution they continue to make. View online or visit in Edinburgh: rcn.org.uk/library-exhibi…

Happy #NursingSupportWorkersDay 2024 to staff at @MarieCurieNI. Hope you enjoyed a well-deserved slice of cake! @theRCN

So you've heard of the RCN Library, but you're not sure where to start or what we provide? Why not attend our quick introductory session, and we'll show you how to make the most of our services! 📚 📅 5 Dec 2024 ⏰ 11:00-11:45 🖥️ Online bit.ly/40HnzDF

"By stepping up, you could make a positive difference in your working life." Nursing Support Worker Sandra-Jane tackled the problem of unpaid breaks in her workplace using the RCN Nursing Workforce Standards. Here's how ⬇️ #NursingSupportWorkersDay bit.ly/3XyvvE0

Read Mary’s Story - Mary Seacole Trust, Life, Work & Achievements of Mary Seacole #Seacole maryseacoletrust.org.uk/learn-about-ma…

#NursingSupportWorkersDay is back on 23 November. This year will focus on the diversity of roles and settings our members work in and the importance of inclusivity in the nursing profession.  It's going to be a special day of celebration. Read more 🔽 bit.ly/3Nw2YKX

Tomorrow marks #NursingSupportWorkersDay. How will you be celebrating? Remember to tag us in your photos and use the hashtag so we can share all your activity 💛 Join in ➡️ bit.ly/3gdE0Cu

Have you ever wondered about the future of your uniforms and PPE? Why not join us tomorrow for a trail of exhibitions at the Fitzrovia Chapel and RCN to explore how uniforms have changed! 🗓️ 23 Nov 2024 ⌚ 11:00-13:00 📌 Multiple Locations Book here: bit.ly/4evVdzJ

Join us next week to learn how to take the stress out of referencing and quickly generate accurate citations with ZoteroBib! This 45-minute, online session is free for RCN members- book now at bit.ly/3UP5RKU 📆 28 Nov 2024 ⌚ 14:00-14:45 💻 Online

"I started scribbling and just kept on scribbling." - Retired nurse Karen felt compelled to document what she saw during the Covid-19 pandemic, completing a series of sketches of her NHS colleagues. Explore her work in our 2023 #RCNMagazines piece ⬇️ rcn.org.uk/magazines/Peop…

Following a successful launch last week, our new exhibition 'You Mean the World: Nursing in a Climate Crisis' is now open at our London Library in Cavendish Square! You can also view the online exhibition here: bit.ly/4cpu952 #HistNursing #NursingHistory #RCNLibraries

#WorldChildrensDay focuses international efforts on improving child welfare globally and locally. Find the latest Children and Young People health research and key resources on our CYP Subject Guides: rcn.org.uk/library/Subjec…

@rcnnilibraries @RCN_NI @RCN_NI_NRN @RCNNI_Students @QUBWellbeing @QUBNSOC @uu_nursociety @OUBelfast Looks amazing!

If you're visiting the library this week, take a moment to do some mindful colouring on our new poster for #SelfCareWeek 🖍️ For more self care resources vist: rcn.org.uk/employment-and… @RCN_NI @RCN_NI_NRN @RCNNI_Students @QUBWellbeing @QUBNSOC @uu_nursociety @OUBelfast

Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual observance on 20th November that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Vigils will take place in Soho, London and across the UK this evening #TransDayOfRemembrance