RCN Scotland
Representing nurses, nursing support workers, nursing students and midwives across Scotland
We campaign on issues of concern to nursing staff and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.
RCN Employment Survey 2025: Scotland summary
This report provides a summary of the views of RCN members in Scotland and paints a detailed picture of members’ professional lives across the NHS and the independent health and social care sector.
Review of band 5 nursing roles roadshows
As part of our commitment to supporting members taking part in the review of band 5 nursing roles, we're coming to meet with you as part of our roadshow programme across Scotland. Come and talk to us about how we can support you and raise your concerns.
Band 5 nursing roles review
Find out more about the review process which is now open for submissions. Download resources to assist you in completing your application.
RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards 2026
Nominations have closed and judging has begun for Scotland’s most prestigious nursing awards, with the title of RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year 2026 up for grabs.
Nursing Workforce in Scotland 2025
Our latest report shows the pressures on Scotland’s health and care system and the ongoing nursing workforce crisis have shown little sign of improvement.
Scotland's Nursing and Midwifery Taskforce
Scottish government has published its report 'Delivering Together for a Stronger Nursing and Midwifery Workforce'. Read more about their recommendations that were shaped by the nursing voice and that reflect our priorities for action.
Nursing pay in Scotland
Safe staffing in Scotland
Our Learning Hub
Learn about the RCN Scotland Library services available to you and how to visit the space.
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RCN Magazine
The RCN Magazine has gone digital. Visit our new online platform for all the usual unmissable features, incisive analysis and expert opinion.
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2 Dec 2025
RCN Scotland publishes State of the Profession Report
We’re calling on Scottish government to take urgent action on delivering the recommendations from the Nursing and Midwifery Taskforce and the Agenda for Change Review to retain existing nursing staff and ensure a sustainable nursing workforce for the future.
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27 Nov 2025
Assisted Dying Bill completes stage 2 in the Scottish Parliament
RCN Scotland secures important changes to improve the safeguards for nursing staff.
Contact RCN Scotland
Find out who to contact and how to find us.
Arrange a meeting in the RCN Scotland HQ in Edinburgh in advance by calling 0345 772 6100.
Latest blog posts
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25 Nov 2025
Have you had your flu vaccination yet?
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21 Nov 2025
Time to celebrate Scotland's nursing support workers
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28 Sep 2025
'I rediscovered a sense of value'
Page last updated - 05/12/2025
