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We champion local issues for RCN members working in Northumberland, Tyne and Wear. Get involved with our branch today and help our work.
November 23, 2025 at 8:23 AM
November 22, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Nursing Support Workers #❤️ #rcn
November 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Take care everyone conditions remain bad for some especially our community workers

To all that are driving or making there way to or from work, please keep safe there’s some hazardous conditions out there

For advice in bad weather follow this link:

www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ac...
November 20, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Applications for voting places at congress 2026 now open, there are only 13 places for the branch and are anticipating lots of applications so please bear this in mind if you don’t get a voting place, you will need to attend branch meetings before and after congress www.rcn.org.uk/Congress/Vot...
October 8, 2025 at 3:29 PM
We are deeply saddened to hear of the horrific attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Crumpsall in Manchester this morning.

If you have been affected by this incident then our member support services are here for you: bit.ly/3HEeQY9
October 2, 2025 at 2:58 PM
*CALLING ALL RETIRED MEMBERS *

There’s a retired nurses meeting at the RCN Office in Sunderland, 8th October 2025 11am to 1pm and will include an activism in retirement update along with updates from the RCN national conference for retired nurses, all retired members welcome, please spread the word
September 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
RCN Northumberland, Tyne & Wear Branch stands united: we will not tolerate any kind of abuse including Racism, Homophobia and Transphobia. #NoToAbuse #UnitedInDiversity
September 17, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Today, we honor the lives lost on 9/11 and the courage of those who rose in tragedy’s wake. This day reminds us of resilience, unity, and strength as we carry their memory with gratitude.
September 11, 2025 at 6:24 AM
The union forever defending our rights
Down with the blackleg, the workers unite
With our brothers and our sisters from many far-off lands
There is power in a union
September 8, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Good luck to all members and others running the Great North Run today
September 7, 2025 at 10:02 AM
!!REMINDER!! 🚨Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if it is discovered. You can opt out in your settings
September 3, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Nursing has its roots in ancient caregiving traditions, but it began to professionalize in the 19th century through the work of pioneers like Florence Nightingale. Her efforts during the Crimean War laid the foundation for modern nursing education and practice.
August 23, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Good luck to all the budding nurses out there picking up there GCSE results, the future is with you, no matter the result be proud of who you are and what you strive to achieve
August 21, 2025 at 8:45 AM
🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm

The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if it is discovered.

You can opt out in your phone’s settings
August 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM
"On VJ Day, we honour not only the end of a devastating war but also the unwavering compassion and courage of nurses, whose tireless service brought healing and hope amid humanity's darkest hours."
August 15, 2025 at 11:07 AM
In a world where we can be kind, a little sign to show you care is all it takes 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
August 11, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Nursing roles of all shapes and sizes matter, no matter your contribution, look after yourself and each other, we are worth fighting for ❤️
August 3, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Well done to speakers from @rcn.org.uk for there impassioned speeches, nursing staff in prisons will not be forgotten, along with speakers from @bma.org.uk , @unison.org.uk, prison officers association, other unions involved and to front line staff, (JUPA) Joint Unions in Prison Alliance
July 8, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Today marks the 77th birthday of the NHS. The NHS, the largest employer in the UK and one of the largest in the World, 1.7 million people in England alone. To find out more go to: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles Thank you for all the hard work and commitment
#futurecarers
#futurenurse
#NHS
July 5, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Voting has opened - click here to vote now

www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved...
June 9, 2025 at 11:25 AM
vote ❌ vote ❌ vote ❌

Consultation Vote opens - 12pm on 9th June make sure your details are up to date

www.rcn.org.uk/myrcn

Get Out The Vote Toolkit

www.rcn.org.uk/-/media/Roya...
June 8, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Consultation Vote opens - 9th June make sure your details are up to date

www.rcn.org.uk/myrcn

Get Out The Vote Toolkit

www.rcn.org.uk/-/media/Roya...
June 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
#PrideMonth2025 #PrideInNursing #RCN

Why not order your free badges to hand out to your colleagues here shop.rcn.org.uk/collections/...
June 1, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Well done to Chioma, Branch member on discussing this important resolution #rcn25
May 15, 2025 at 12:49 PM