1. What is next after a successful completion of OET /IELTS?
The next and immediate step soon after you reached an acceptable score in IELTS or OET is to create an online account with NMC to begin. Contact us via info@steer2uk.co.uk or WhatsApp link to see how we make this process easier for you.
2. I am experiencing problems with my primary registration authority verification. Will I be able to complete NMC registration
Yes, This is possible. Contact us via info@steer2uk.co.uk or WhatsApp link to see how we make this process easier for you.
3. NHS or Private nursing homes? Which one should I opt for?
You must be registered with NMC to practice as a Nurse in NHS Hospitals or Nursing Homes.Working as a nurse in the NHS and nursing homes are two different experiences. In the NHS, nurses work in hospitals and clinics where they provide care to patients who are acutely ill or have chronic conditions. They work in shifts and are responsible for administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. In contrast, nursing homes provide long-term care for elderly patients who require assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Nurses in nursing homes work closely with other healthcare professionals to develop care plans for their patients and ensure that they receive the appropriate care.
Nurses working in nursing homes can often find that they can work more flexible hours than those working in the NHS. There is also a real sense of teamwork in a care home which can lead to higher job satisfaction¹. Looking after someone with dementia and making sure they have a good quality of life can be extremely rewarding and enjoyable¹.
4. Do I need NMC registration to work in a care Home?
Yes, You MUST hold an NMC registration in order to work as a registered nurse in NHS /Nursing homes
5. Will I be paid more in NHS hospitals?
Nurses work for NHS is paid based on the pay scale approved by the UK government and is based on different bands. But the pay rate for the care homes are solely depends on the Care home Management and is often higher than NHS pay and are always negotiable.
6. Will I get pension in care Homes?
Yes, you will get pension when you work in care Homes, and you will have a choice to opt in or out from pension in both NHS and care Homes. But the only difference is pension contribution, but the employer is often higher in NHS compared to care Home and is beneficial in Longterm
7. What is CBT or the Computer Based Test?
After a professional who is applying for a nursing job in the UK passes the eligibility stage, the next step is to sit for the CBT or the Computer Based Test. This is essentially a test of theoretical knowledge of the candidate and it can be taken in multiple test centres around the world. The format of this test includes multiple-choice questions.
A candidate is allowed three attempts to pass the CBT as part of one application with a minimum gap of ten days between every sitting. Every candidate needs to pass the CBT within six months of completing the eligibility stage. In case the candidate is unsuccessful during the third attempt then the application closes and the candidate needs to wait for another six months to start the application process again.
8. What is OSCE or the Objective Structured Clinical Examination?
OSCE or the Objective Structured Clinical Examination is a test that is taken as a second part of the assessment for registration as an overseas nurse. It is actually a practical test that involves acting out some scenarios that are commonly faced by nurses while in healthcare situations.
You can book the OSCE after arriving in the UK and take the test at the prescribed centres. For arranging the OSCE examination, it is important to contact the centres and book a slot for yourself.
OSCE is a test that simulates a clinical environment and patient scenarios that all registered nurses and midwives are highly to encounter at the time when they plan, implement and evaluate care. It is a test based on the UK’s pre-registration standards. There are three attempts given at the OSCE as a part of one application. For every sitting, a gap of ten days is mandatory.
9. Is a Visa required to work in the UK?
For all international nurses who want a nursing job in the UK, a Tier 2 Visa or a work permit is required to work in the UK. While applying for a nursing job in the UK, nurses can get a Certificate of Sponsorship from their respective employers. This certificate will be helpful in applying for your Visa. Once a Visa is issued, the applicant will be allowed to travel in and out of the UK very easily.
10. Are the nurses allowed to bring their families to the UK?
Yes, the nurses are allowed to bring their families to the UK but the family member must apply for a visa. You must seek to join a relevant trust that helps to take your family members along. Speaking to your recruitment consultant about the benefits of working with the NHS can give you a clear picture of this.
Other than this, it is recommended to not bring your families to the UK until the OSCE test has been cleared successfully. This puts the nurses on a safer side. Once the test has been passed, the nurses can feel free to call their families to the UK.
11. Are the nurses given accommodation to stay while working in the UK?
Yes, a three months long paid accommodation is provided on arrival. More often than not, this accommodation is only for the nurses and not for the families. However, there are some cases when a recruitment consultant might offer accommodation for the family as well. The nurses must ask the consultants about all details for a better clarification.