3 Nov 2025
Itβs #LearningDisabilityNursesDay π
Today we recognised our incredible Learning Disability Nurses across the Trust and the difference they make every day π
Thank you for your compassion, commitment and for always advocating for those with learning disabilities π
ALT Three healthcare workers in scrubs, each wearing a badge, standing together in a room with a "Wall of Fame" banner in the background.
ALT Group of healthcare professionals standing in front of informational banners at a health event.
ALT Five healthcare professionals smiling in a well-lit room, standing next to an informational display. They are wearing different uniforms, signifying varied roles.
ALT A vertical banner from the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust featuring the logo "Registered Learning Disability Nursing" and text discussing the role of Learning Disability Nurses. The banner includes the NHS logo, a group photo of three nurses with a patient, and a QR code at the bottom for more information.
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Happy #LearningDisabilityNursesDay π
Thank you to our amazing nurses for the care, compassion, and difference you make every day ππ½
Be part of something special - join #TeamMerseyCare, check out our learning disability nursing vacancies ππ½
bit.ly/mcft-nursing-jobs
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Today (1 November) is National Learning Disability Nurses' Day. This is the annual day to celebrate learning disability nurses and to raise the profile of their profession. π§ββοΈ
As part of Learning Disability Nursesβ Day, our External Relations Officer, Hayley Newman, and her daughter Natty, shared their story of how she overcame her fear of blood tests with the support of a learning disability nurse.
You can read the blog here: downs-syndrome.org.uk/news/nβ¦
#LearningDisabilityNursesDay
ALT Natty is pictured just after having her blood test and is then pictured enjoying a nice hot chocolate with Helen after. There is also an image of a blood desensitisation kit
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βIβve always wanted to be the voice of people who didnβt have a voiceβ
Today is #LearningDisabilityNursesDay!
Five LD nurses tell us why they were drawn to the speciality and how it continues to inspire them > rcni.com/learning-disabilityβ¦
#ChooseLDNursing
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Hear hear, the value of learning disability nursing is key in ensuring better care for those with LD/Autism
Josanne Wadsworth
Connor Sparrowhawk
Richard Handley
Oliver McGowan & sadly others remind us of the essential need of nursing expertise
#LearningDisabilityNursesDay
"Governments must prioritise investment in learning disability nursing."
On #LearningDisabilityNursesDay, our General Secretary & Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger highlights the vital contribution of this specialism to the lives of those they work with and why it must be supported and invested in.
Learn more: bit.ly/3z2g0vC
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Our final thank you for #LearningDisability Nurses' Day is from Maureen Roberts, Consultant Nurse for Learning Disability.
#LDNurseDay
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As we celebrate #LearningDisabilityNursesDay, @JonathanBeebee, RCN Professional Lead for Learning Disability Nursing, highlights the work of learning disability nursing staff and explores how to raise the professionβs profile.
π bit.ly/4fidxgE
ALT An inspirational quote about the importance of learning disability nursing by Jonathan Beebee, Professional Lead for Neuroscience and Learning Disability at Royal College of Nursing, set against a crimson background.
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#LearningDisabilityNursesDay HCSW Tracy shares her current journey towards becoming a Learning Disability Nurse through the Open University.
Full video: youtu.be/aDsowMYeW3w
#ProudToBeNHSG #ChooseLDNursing #InspireLDNursing #LDNurseDay
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Happy #LearningDisabilityNursesDay! β€οΈ
Today some of our LD Nurses attended the launch of the Equity of Access and Outcomes report at Stormont.
Weβre incredibly proud of our dedicated Learning Disability Nurses for championing equitable healthcare every day! β¨
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Happy #learningdisabilitynursesday to all my nursing colleagues, you really are a fabulous bunch of people to work with π
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As we celebrate #LearningDisabilityNursesDay we revisit Patrina's story, which tells of her inspiring journey into learning disability nursing, supporting her fellow university students and overcoming work placement nerves.
Read more β¬οΈ rcn.org.uk/magazines/People/β¦
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#LearningDisabilityNursesDay In this video, Vikki, a Deputy Charge Nurse at Royal Cornhill Hospital, shares her journey in the field of LD nursing.
Full video: youtu.be/Uby2i_x82Fc
#NHSGrampian #HealthcareHeroes #ProudToBeNHSG #ChooseLDNursing #InspireLDNursing #LDNurseDay
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Happy #LearningDisabilityNursesDay - thanks for all you do!
We would love to have more LD Nurses getting involved in shaping the future of nursing. Come and get involved!
Find out more here: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved
"Governments must prioritise investment in learning disability nursing."
On #LearningDisabilityNursesDay, our General Secretary & Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger highlights the vital contribution of this specialism to the lives of those they work with and why it must be supported and invested in.
Learn more: bit.ly/3z2g0vC
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#LearningDisabilityNursesDay Suzie shares her experiences of working in the community as an LD Nurse.
Full video: youtu.be/SUqycEGEPJg
#NHSGrampian #HealthcareHeroes #ProudToBeNHSG #ChooseLDNursing #InspireLDNursing #LDNurseDay
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Next up for #LearningDisability Nurses' Day, a thank you message from Sonya Hanna, our Nurse Development Lead for Learning Disability.
#LDNursesDay
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Wishing all LD Nurses a very happy #LearningDisabilityNursesDay!
To celebrate, some fab colleagues from the LD Nursing Shared Decision Making Council made this short video. Please watch n share! ππ» π#ChooseLDNursing #RNLDDay2024 #InspireMe @teamCNO
youtu.be/3v7h7rmBU3I?si=N371β¦
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Today is #LearningDisabilityNursesDay, raising the profile of nurses who chose to focus their career on helping those with learning disabilities to live their best lives. The work you do is important and has a profound impact on your patients and their families. π
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#LearningDisabilityNursesDay Today our LD Nurses have showcased their incredible work - highlighting not only the importance of their contributions but also inspiring the next generation of LD Nurses. π
#ProudToBeNHSG #ChooseLDNursing #InspireLDNursing #LDNurseDay
@SNGMHLD
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Worth a re-share today #LearningDisabilityNursesDay #chooseLDNursing @JonathanBeebee @jimgblair @theRCN Took the Hat to highest peaks π
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Three countries,three peaks in three days in this van #scary #hardwork #bennevis #scafellpike #snowdon #learningdisabilitynurses @WeLDnurses @nandwics @familyvoicenfk @NHSEastEngland @cypnursing @NorfolkCYP
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