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JOBS IN UK

What are the process steps to work in the UK?

  1.  Degree or Diploma in Nursing
  2.  Registered as a nurse in your home country
  3.  Eligible to register with UK NMC
  4.  12 months of nursing experience
  5.  Successfully passed IELTS or OET

Will my children get free schooling?

  1.  We will provide you with information about schools for your children.
  2.  Public schools are free of cost.

Do I need 1 year of experience to apply for a job in the UK?

  1.  The NHS uses pay scales called ‘Bands’. Each Band represents a level of experience and the salary for every Band is different.
  2.  Every year, the NHS pay scales are reviewed. The scales are uniform for every NHS Trust throughout the UK.
  3.  When you first come to the UK, you will be a Band 3 healthcare assistant with a salary of between £21,730 - £23,177 per year, depending on your experience.
  4.  After successfully registering with the NMC and receiving your NMC pin, your Band will increase to Band 5, with a salary of between £27,055 - £32,934 per year.
  5.  Your role will be based on full-time hours of 37.5 hours per week.

What is a Band and why are there different numbers?

  1.  The NHS uses pay scales called ‘Bands’. Each Band represents a level of experience and the salary for every Band is different.
  2.  Every year, the NHS pay scales are reviewed. The scales are uniform for every NHS Trust throughout the UK.
  3.  When you first come to the UK, you will be a Band 3 healthcare assistant with a salary of between £21,730 - £23,177 per year, depending on your experience.
  4.  After successfully registering with the NMC and receiving your NMC pin, your Band will increase to Band 5, with a salary of between £27,055 - £32,934 per year.
  5.  Your role will be based on full-time hours of 37.5 hours per week.

What happens if I need medical care?

  1.  You are covered by the National Health Service (NHS)
  2.  This includes hospital, Accident & Emergency (A&E) care, General Practitioner (GP) visit or Clinic visits at any NHS network hospitals or clinics.

What are the benefits of working in the NHS?

  1.  Band 5 Salary from £27,055 - £32,934 (once you possess NMC PIN number).
  2.  Full-time permanent positions, 37.5-hour working week
  3.  Flights into the country reimbursed
  4.  Visa fees refunded
  5.  Assistance and support with accommodation
  6.  OSCE test fee paid upfront by the hospital
  7.  OSCE training provided by the hospital
  8.  Career progression/professional development opportunities
  9.  Extra pay for shift differential, overtime & weekend shifts
  10.  Paid annual leave: 27 days per annum plus 8 public holidays
  11.  Access to generous NHS Pension scheme

Why should I work with Global Nurse Force?

  1.  We don’t charge any placement or processing fees
  2.  We work with the best hospitals throughout the UK
  3.  We always provide open, accurate and consistent communication
  4.  We support our nurses throughout the NMC registration process
  5.  We offer free training materials for the Computer Based Test (CBT)
  6.  Our hospitals provide excellent training for the OSCE and pay for the exam
  7.  We will support you through the Tier 2 visa application process
  8.  We will arrange airport pickup & free temporary accommodation
  9.  We adhere to the UK Code of Practice for International Recruitment

What is the NMC?

  1.  The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is the regulator for nursing and midwifery professions in the UK.
  2.  The NMC maintains a register of all nurses, midwives and specialist community public health nurses eligible to practise within the UK.
  3.  Your application to work as a registered nurse in the UK is considered by them.

What is the CBT?

  1.  This is a test of your theoretical practice-based nursing knowledge.
  2.  This multiple-choice test and can be taken at test centres around the world.
  3.  Global Nurse Force will provide you training materials for the CBT

Can I take my family with me?

  1.  Your first few months in the UK will be challenging since you will be focusing on your new living and working environment, learning new systems and procedures, preparing for your OSCE and taking care of other responsibilities.
  2.  Unless you already have a support system in the UK, we would not advise you to bring family members this early on. Rather, they should join you after a few months once you have cleared OSCE and settled into your new environment.

Who pays for my flight?

  1.  Your airfare to the UK will be paid for by your employer.
  2.  You have to pay for flight expenses for your family members.

Will my spouse have permission to work in the UK?

 Your spouse can work at any job in the UK

What is the OSCE

  1.  The Objective Structured Clinical Exam will assess your clinical knowledge and can only be completed in the UK.
  2.  The test will be administered by one of the NMC’s approved university test centres.
  3.  Our hospitals will provide you training for the OSCE and pay for it

How long is my employment contract?

  1.  The position you will be offered is permanent. Overseas Nurses are required to commit to their position within the NHS Trust for at least three years, which is also the visa duration.
  2.  After your contract period is over, your employer will consider extending your contract if your work has been satisfactory. You can also decide that you no longer want to work there and go somewhere else.
  3.  After a period of 5 years in the UK, you will qualify for indefinite leave to remain and can obtain a British passport.

How much tax will I pay in the UK?

  1.  Income tax will be automatically taken from your monthly salary, so the amount of money you take home will be lower.
  2.  To work out how much tax will be taken from your salary, you can use an online tax calculator.

What do nurses do in the NHS?

  1.  INewly qualified nurses work as a part of a team and provide direct patient care
  2.  As you progress, you can specialize in areas such as theatre nursing, pediatric nursing, mental health nursing, community nursing or undertake further postgraduate studies to become a district nurse, health visitor or advanced clinical practitioner
  3.  Some nurses move into roles in management, clinical research or teaching

What are the process steps to work in the UK?

  1.  Clear IELTS with 6.5 in writing and 7 in remaining / OET with C+ in writing and B in remaining
  2.  Attend Skype or Face to Face job interview through Global Nurse Force & secure a job offer
  3.  Create online account with NMC and complete eligibility and qualification application
  4.  Pass the Computer Based Test (CBT) to prove your knowledge and skills in nursing
  5.  Get your Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) from your UK employer
  6.  Apply for your Tier 2 Visa
  7.  Book your flight & arrive in the UK
  8.  Start working as an assistant nurse
  9.  Take the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) within 12 weeks of your start date
  10.  Complete NMC registration process & start working as a Band 5 Registered Nurse

In case you have any questions that haven’t been answered

 Please email us on info@globalnurseforce.com or call us on +91 8111845500

What is the difference between IELTS & OET

  1.  The IELTS test is for people applying for higher education or professional registration in an English-speaking environment. The NMC accepts this test to meet the standard of its English language requirement to work in the UK.
  2.  Occupational English Test (OET) is an international English language test that assesses the language communication skills of healthcare professionals who seek to register and practise in an English-speaking environment. The NMC accepts this test to meet the standard of its English language requirement to work in the UK.

What should I bring with me?

  1.  The UK’s climate may be quite different from the country you are travelling from. We can guide you on suitable clothing to take with you.
  2.  Bring UK adaptors for charging your mobile phone and personal computer so you can communicate with friends and family after your arrival.
  3.  Do not bring substances or medications for which you do not have valid prescriptions, or which violate air travel regulations.
  4.  Bring all your original documents with you. Your GNF consultant will advise on which documents to carry.

How much money should I take?

  1.  Since your first few months of rent have been paid for by your employer, you will only need enough money to cover your grocery, transportation and miscellaneous expenses for the first few months.
  2.  £1000 should be sufficient. Speak with your GNF consultant if you’d like to discuss your personal circumstances.

JOBS IN IRELAND

What are the eligibility requirements for Ireland?

  1.  Degree or Diploma in Nursing
  2.  Registered as a nurse in your home country
  3.  Eligible to register with NMBI
  4.  1 Year recent work experience
  5.  Successfully passed IELTS or OET

What are the process steps to work in Ireland?

  1.  Clear IELTS or OET with below scores:

IELTS Academic Test

Minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Score

Listening

7.0

Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in any one module.

Reading

7.0

Writing

6.5

Speaking

7.0

Overall

7.0

What is NMBI?

  1.  NMBI stands for Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
  2.  It is the health regulator that all nurses and midwifes working in Ireland must be registered with, like the NMC in the UK.

What is the HSE?

  1.  The HSE stands for the Health Service Executive.
  2.  They are responsible for creating the best health service in Ireland through values such as care, compassion, trust and learning
  3.  
  4.  Every year, the NHS pay scales are reviewed. The scales are uniform for every NHS Trust throughout the UK.
  5.  When you first come to the UK, you will be a Band 3 healthcare assistant with a salary of between £21,730 - £23,177 per year, depending on your experience.
  6.  After successfully registering with the NMC and receiving your NMC pin, your Band will increase to Band 5, with a salary of between £27,055 - £32,934 per year.
  7.  Your role will be based on full-time hours of 37.5 hours per week.
  8.  

What are the types of nursing available in Ireland?

  1.  There are typically 4 branches of nursing practiced in Ireland
  2.  These include general adult nursing, intellectual disability nursing, psychiatric nursing and children’s nursing

If you have additional questions about nursing in Ireland

  1.  Please email us on info@globalnurseforce.com or call us on +91 8111845500

How long does the NMBI process take?

  1.  Once NMI receives all the correct forms and documents, they will provide an assessment within 90 days.

What is the difference between the Overseas Aptitude Test and the NMBI Adaptation & Assessment Test?

  1.  The Overseas Aptitude Test is coordinated and managed by the Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery in the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI). This test doesn’t require an employer to sponsor you (although you can choose to obtain employer sponsorship) whereas the Adaptation and Assessment Test does.
  2.  The Adaptation and Assessment Test states that you must find an employer to sponsor you to work as a nurse in Ireland. This is a supervised assessment where you will work in an Irish healthcare facility for 6 weeks. If you complete this successfully, you will receive an official nurse pin and can complete registration with the NMBI.
  3.  The Overseas Aptitude Test only takes around 10-14 days to complete but the Adaptation & Assessment Test can take several months.

What are the benefits of working at HSE Hospitals?

  1.  Salary from €29,860 – €46,501 per annum based on years of experience
  2.  Permanent, full-time contracts
  3.  39 hours of work per week
  4.  24 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays
  5.  Accommodation assistance and support
  6.  Professional development and educational opportunities

Why should I work with Global Nurse Force?

  1.  We don’t charge any placement or processing fees
  2.  We work with the best hospitals throughout Ireland
  3.  We always provide open, accurate and consistent communication
  4.  We support our nurses throughout the NMBI registration process
  5.  The following costs will be reimbursed to you upon successful completion of the adaptation program/ RCSI exam.
    1.  Accommodation
    2.  Flight
    3.  NMBI application
    4.  ATWS application
    5.  Visa Fee
  6.  We will support you through the visa application process
  7.  We will ensure you receive airport pickup & temporary accommodation

JOBS IN USA

What are the eligibility requirements to secure a job in the U.S.?

  1.  Hold a BSc. Degree or Diploma in Nursing
  2.  Hold a current nursing license in your home country
  3.  Have at least one year of experience in an acute care hospital
  4.  Willing to clear the NCLEX-RN exam
  5.  Willing to clear English language test accepted for US migration

What are the process steps to work in the US

  1.  Meet the educational & licensure requirements in home country.

    You’ve graduated from an accredited nursing program

    You’re licensed as a registered nurse in your country

    You’ve worked as a RN for at least one year

  2.  Pass an English language test accepted for US migration
  3.  Pass your National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX)
  4.  Register with Global Nurse Force so we can arrange job interviews for you.

    Tell us about your nursing experience and where you’d like to work and we’ll find the perfect employer for you.
  5.  Attend Interview & Accept Job Offer

    We’ll prepare you for your clinical interview and guide you through your employment contract
  6.  Get an RN immigrant visa/green card.

    To get an immigrant visa, you’ll need the following:

    US-based employer who will be the petitioner for your immigrant visa.

    A Visa Screen Certificate (VSC) issued by the CGFNS (www.cgfns.org)
  7.  Complete medical exam and immigrant visa interview.
  8.  Arrive in the US, secure your nursing license & start your new job

What is the NCLEX exam

  1.  The NCLEX determines if it is safe for you to begin practicing as a nurse in the U.S.
  2.  You can obtain a U.S. RN license only after you pass the NCLEX exam

What is a VisaScreen Certificate?

  1.  The VisaScreen certification ensures that you have the necessary qualification to work as a registered nurse in America.
  2.  This certificate is required for all healthcare workers seeking an occupational visa to work in the U.S.
  3.  You will need to present your VisaScreen Certificate at your official embassy interview.

Can I bring my family with me to the U.S.?

 Your spouse and children under 21 will also receive green cards and can accompany you to the U.S.

Why should I choose a nursing job in the USA through Global Nurse Force?

  1.  Our clients are prestigious hospitals throughout the U.S.
  2.  You’ll learn cutting edge skills and advance your nursing career
  3.  We do not charge any kind of recruitment or processing fees
  4.  We will guide you through the VisaScreen certification & licensure process
  5.  We will assist you & your immediate family to receive green cards
  6.  We’ll book your flight, pick you up at the airport and arrange temporary accommodation
  7.  We’ll be by your side during your first week in America to make sure you and your family are comfortable and settled.
  8.  

Which IELTS do I need to take?

  1.  You will need to pass the academic IELTS with 7 in speaking and 6.5 overall.

Does the NCLEX expire?

  1.  Once you’ve passed the NCLEX, you’ll never need to take it again
  2.  Even though your U.S. state nursing license may expire, your NCLEX never expires.
  3.  Our licensure team will help you endorse your NCLEX to the state where you’ll work.

What type of Visa will I receive?

  1.  You will receive a green card which will allow you to stay in the U.S. permanently
  2.  You can apply for US citizenship after 5 years

Do I have to sign an employment contract?

  1.  Yes! You will need to commit to work for your employer for 2-3 years
  2.  The amount of time you will need to work for your employer varies by hospital
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