Supporting our members who work in care homes

The RCN is committed to supporting our members who work in care homes. On this page you can find information and resources to assist you in providing high quality care to residents.

Online training opportunities

We offer a range of free learning sessions for care homes and topics include accountability & delegation, record keeping, social media, dignity and dementia. Contact us to find out more on LDScot@rcn.org.uk

Learning resources

Designed to support your practice and accessible at any time.

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Care homes subject guide

Use this RCN Libraries guide to find information resources about care homes, 汤头条污料 homes and residential care for older people including books, reports and journal articles.

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Unlock expert, quality assured evidence-based education for CPD and learning, whenever and wherever suits you.

Professional and Clinical Resources for Older People

Caring for older people with a diverse set of needs requires diverse expertise. Within our clinical topic on older people, you will find resources and guidance on the key issues related to the care of older people, including delirium, falls, frailty and mental health.

Information for Care Home providers, managers and staff about the policy and procedure for the administration of medicines.

Professional Services

Whether you are aiming to improve the culture of leadership within your workplace, enhance your own skills and professional development, or empower your team to implement service innovations, we have a selection of free and paid-for courses to support you.

Nursing support workers learning and development

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Visit our 'We Care' resources

RCN UK Resources

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Peer support and networking

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Join our Facebook group for NSW members working in Scotland.

Here you can share ideas with other NSWs and stay up to date with new RCN Scotland developments. Visit facebook to request to join.

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Independent health and social care sector strategy

In 2019, the RCN Council committed to developing a strategy for our members in the independent health and social care sector. Find out more about this work and read the RCN transformational plan.

Get Involved

A national care service for Scotland

The Scottish government remains committed to creating a National Care Service, though has delayed its plans in response to concerns from RCN Scotland and others. Read more about what a National Care Service might mean for you, as well as what we are doing to influence the shaping of a National Care Service.

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