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Supporting our members who work in care homes

We're committed to supporting our members who work in care homes with information and resources relevant to you.

Learning resources designed to support your practice and accessible at any time


Journey

Care home journey

An online resource to support nursing care in older peoples care homes. It allows you to follow a resident’s care home journey through from pre-admission to end of life, meeting learning needs and seek clinical inspiration.

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Clinical resources

Caring for older people with a diverse set of needs requires diverse expertise. Find resources and guidance on the key issues related to the care of older people, including delirium, falls, frailty and mental health.

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Subject guides

Use our library guide to find information about care homes, nursing homes and residential care for older people including books, reports and journal articles.

Independent health and social care

Find useful information and resources about independent health and social care in Scotland.

Online training opportunities

We offer a range of free learning sessions for care homes including accountability, record keeping, social media, dignity and dementia.  Contact us at LDScot@rcn.org.uk

Learning for NSWs Care Homes

We offer a range of learning opportunities specifically for nursing support workers, including education events in workplaces across Scotland and webinars.

RCN Learn

RCN Learn supports nurses, students, nursing support workers, midwives and health care professionals at all stages of your career. Unlock expert, quality assured evidence-based education for CPD and learning, whenever and wherever suits you.

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Peer support and networking

Opportunities to connect with other nursing staff working in care homes across the UK.


Join our Facebook group for NSW members working in Scotland. Here you can share ideas with other NSWs and stay up to date with developments.

A supportive environment to share best practice, offer solutions and help improve care, open to members who provide care in homes across all clinical needs.

Representing members with an interest in the health care of older people. Find out more about their projects and get involved in issues around older people's nursing.

RCN Scotland Care Home Nursing for Older Adults Community of Practice

Are you passionate about care home nursing? Join our community of practice for registered nurses working in care homes for older adults. This community is a place for you to learn, share ideas and build your professional support network.

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