Royal College of Nursing

Our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant

The RCN are part of the Armed Forces Covenant which sets out the relationship between the nation, the nation, the government and the armed forces, with current exception to Northern Ireland. The covenant recognises that the whole nation has a moral obligation to members of the armed forces and their families, and establishes how they should expect to be treated.

We are committed to honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and supporting the Armed Forces Community. We will take action to meet the commitments required of the Armed Forces Covenant regarding employment, granting leave and offering support to our local cadet units.

One of those commitments is to seek to support the employment of veterans young and old and strive to support the employment of service spouses and partners.

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About us

At the Royal College of Nursing, we have the same voice when it comes to changing the shape of the health policies of the future. And as the largest trade union of nursing staff and students in the UK– all we can see are the infinite possibilities for a brighter future. Join us and you will too.

Imagine being faced with a world of exciting possibilities that could ultimately enable you to support our members and help shape the health policies of the future. As the UK’s largest trade union and professional body for nursing, we support our close to half a million members with unwavering loyalty and total commitment. We represent and develop them, support their practice and lobby on their behalf to make a positive difference to their working lives.

We're accredited with Investors in People Gold Standard. Our people are our greatest asset, and we want people who can contribute to our purpose in line with our values.