Why we’re the best choice for international nurses looking to boost their income through agency work
For international nurses settled in the UK, understanding how to find your next career can be challenging. This is where HCRG Workforce Solutions can help. As a leading healthcare recruiter, with relationships with NHS trusts and Private Healthcare Providers up and down the country, we’re experts in matching skilled nurses with rewarding permanent job opportunities. However, we can also help you broaden your skills, boost your income and gain valuable experience in a range of different settings. Read on to find out more.
How does HCRG Workforce Solutions differ from other recruiters?
We pride ourselves on offering overseas nurses a full concierge onboarding service that goes beyond traditional recruitment practices, providing personalised support throughout your journey into a fulfilling role within the UK.
One of the key things that makes us stand out from competitors is a recognition that each nurse’s journey is unique. As such, we tailor our onboarding processes to meet your individual needs. From support with relocating to the UK and professional registration to induction into our national healthcare system, we ensure that every nurse is thoroughly prepared for their new position. This hands-on approach helps nurses understand the nuances of living and working in the UK, boosting their confidence and readiness to succeed in their new roles.
How can we help you once you’re settled in a permanent NHS role?
We can also help nurses with Health and Care Worker Visas to secure up to 20 hours of additional work each week through agency placements. Agency work is a fantastic way for nurses to gain more varied experience, working in various locations or developing new skills within the same trust as your permanent placement. It’s also the perfect opportunity to bring in some extra income with shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
To be eligible to work as an agency nurse, you will need:
- A valid NMC PIN (personal identification number): Most international nurses can earn an NMC PIN within three months of starting work in the UK but it can take longer if you don’t pass your OSCE exam straightaway.
- To have completed at least six months of full-time permanent nursing work in the UK.
Why choose HCRG Workforce Solutions?
A key reason to choose us is our strong relationships and agreements with NHS trusts across the UK. These connections enable us to offer a wide range of opportunities to overseas nurses no matter where you’ve chosen to settle. Whether you’re keen to build experience in a busy city hospital or try something new in a quieter community setting, we can match you with assignments that match your skills and preferences.
These relationships are built on trust and a proven track record of providing highly qualified candidates. As a result, we’re often able to offer preferential shifts and always the best rates of pay. This ensures that overseas nurses looking to begin agency work can access a wide range of potential employers and roles, increasing their chances of finding agency work that perfectly suits their professional ambitions and lifestyle.
If you’re an overseas nurse who has been in the UK for a while and think you would make a good agency nurse then get in touch to find out more about the ways we can support you.