Bejoy Sebastian
@bejoysebastian.bsky.social
President, Royal College of Nursing
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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.
The support of His Majesty has inspired many young people to begin their journey working in health care.
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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: https://bit.ly/43yDrsQ
Read more: https://bit.ly/43yDrsQ
October 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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: https://bit.ly/43yDrsQ
Read more: https://bit.ly/43yDrsQ
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"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
Read @bejoysebastian.bsky.social's monthly blog: bit.ly/4mM1uLS
September 26, 2025 at 2:09 PM
"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
Read @bejoysebastian.bsky.social's monthly blog: bit.ly/4mM1uLS
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 👇
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 👇
Head to RCN President's @bejoysebastian.bsky.social latest blog to read about:
✅ reflections on his time as President so far
✅ celebrating East and South East Asian Heritage month
✅ the importance of valuing nursing
And more: https://bit.ly/3HYLI1N
✅ reflections on his time as President so far
✅ celebrating East and South East Asian Heritage month
✅ the importance of valuing nursing
And more: https://bit.ly/3HYLI1N
September 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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 👇
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 👇
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
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
August 8, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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
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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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
He reflects on the importance of making our voices heard all year round to achieve meaningful change. Read more ➡️ buff.ly/uvtevnf
August 8, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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
He reflects on the importance of making our voices heard all year round to achieve meaningful change. Read more ➡️ buff.ly/uvtevnf
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...
Every member’s vote strengthens our voice – have your say here: www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
July 8, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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...
Every member’s vote strengthens our voice – have your say here: www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
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.
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.
June 18, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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.
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.
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. 👏
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. 👏
Just launched: our RCN career frameworks – your guide to career development in nursing.
Whether you're a nursing student or aiming for consultant-level roles, this is your one-stop shop to explore career routes across all UK nations and specialisms.
Read more ⬇️
Whether you're a nursing student or aiming for consultant-level roles, this is your one-stop shop to explore career routes across all UK nations and specialisms.
Read more ⬇️
Nursing career development: RCN frameworks to guide staff across nations and specialisms | News | Royal College of Nursing
The career frameworks set out what skills, knowledge and standards are needed for progression
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June 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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. 👏
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. 👏
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
Thank you for everything you do. #CHOW25
This week marks Care Home Open Week and we want to thank all our members who deliver complex and compassionate care to residents every day. ❤️
Are you a member providing care in nursing homes?
Learn more about our Care Home Network ➡️ bit.ly/39AXiig #CHOW25
Are you a member providing care in nursing homes?
Learn more about our Care Home Network ➡️ bit.ly/39AXiig #CHOW25
June 17, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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
Thank you for everything you do. #CHOW25
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.
To all the nurses, families, and communities mourning right now—my heart is with you.
June 13, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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.
To all the nurses, families, and communities mourning right now—my heart is with you.
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...
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...
June 12, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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...
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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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
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
May 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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
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
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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
#RCN25
Professor Nicola Ranger address RCN Congress 2025
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May 12, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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
#RCN25
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
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
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian addresses RCN Congress 2025
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May 13, 2025 at 8:22 AM
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
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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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
Read more about the awards and opening ceremony ➡️
bit.ly/43mHmt3
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian addresses RCN Congress 2025
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May 12, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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
Read more about the awards and opening ceremony ➡️
bit.ly/43mHmt3
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.
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.
Happy International Nurses' Day, from Professor Nicola Ranger and Bejoy Sebastian
YouTube video by RCN
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May 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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.
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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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
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
International Nurses' Day 2025
YouTube video by RCN
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May 11, 2025 at 11:10 PM
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
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
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
May 3, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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
Great to visit Scotland and hear from some of our members about their work ⬇️
It was a great pleasure for us to host @rcn.org.uk president Bejoy @bejoysebastian.bsky.social in the beautiful capital of Scotland 🏴
It was fantastic to meet up with local members and see the patient-centred and transformative work being done in @nhslothian.bsky.social REH
It was fantastic to meet up with local members and see the patient-centred and transformative work being done in @nhslothian.bsky.social REH
April 30, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Great to visit Scotland and hear from some of our members about their work ⬇️
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“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
Get to know your new RCN President, @bejoysebastian.bsky.social, in this RCN Magazine profile ➡️ buff.ly/D4svZgb
Introducing Bejoy Sebastian, newly elected RCN President
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April 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
“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
Get to know your new RCN President, @bejoysebastian.bsky.social, in this RCN Magazine profile ➡️ buff.ly/D4svZgb
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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
April 23, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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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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
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
April 14, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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
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
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
March 22, 2025 at 12:06 AM
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
It’s truly humbling to be among the best in UK nursing, celebrating the nursing brilliance all across the country.
March 21, 2025 at 9:18 PM
It’s truly humbling to be among the best in UK nursing, celebrating the nursing brilliance all across the country.
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 👇🏾
In his latest blog, RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on:
✅ a visit from His Majesty The King to RCN HQ
✅ a new RCN report showing recruits are leaving nursing at every stage between applications to university and early career nursing
✅ RCN Joint Reps Conference
And more: buff.ly/7g04Bmw
✅ a visit from His Majesty The King to RCN HQ
✅ a new RCN report showing recruits are leaving nursing at every stage between applications to university and early career nursing
✅ RCN Joint Reps Conference
And more: buff.ly/7g04Bmw
March 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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 👇🏾