10 May How to Become a UK Travel Nurse with Agency Work
Travelling is a dream a lot of us have, right? Who doesn’t want to see the world and all it has to offer? New cultures, foods, and scenery make it as if you’re in another world! Especially within the UK, with its dynamic variation in scenery, language, culture, and people. The UK is diverse in its beliefs, people, and traditions. What better way to explore our gorgeous country as a nurse than travel nurse agency work?
This blog will teach you everything you need to know about being a travel nurse in the UK: how to apply, what a typical day might look like, and why you should consider it if you want to explore the UK.
Why be an agency travel nurse?
Having an agency rooting for you is essential when travelling to different places– if something goes wrong, like a spat between you and your supervisor, or if you administer the wrong medication, an agency can advise you on what to do and provide adequate protection against any adverse measures that could be taken against you.
Plus, an agency can negotiate wages and length of assignment for you. So, if you want to nurse in an area for say only three or four months, the agency can notify the facility of this. This way, you have more flexibility when travelling. Try nursing in London for three months, then Dublin for three months, Oxford for three months, and so on. You can also choose whether you want to work during the day or night, Monday to Friday, or only at weekends. Perhaps you could party at night or explore your destination of choice on the weekends.
With Proximity Healthcare, you can sort out all your documentation, compliance, and shift placements online, and travel nurse completely hassle-free.
How to become an agency travel nurse
Becoming an agency nurse is as simple as joining a healthcare employment agency, really. Let them know of your intentions to do shorter placements so that they can find roles right for your agency nursing goals.
To join our healthcare employment agency (Proximity Healthcare), follow these simple steps:
- Fill in our registration form, which asks you for your employment history and certifications.
- One of our team members will get in touch for more information about your clinical skills via a short interview.
- You’ll need to send us all the information we need to comply with UK laws, like verified proof of address and a copy of your ID. You also may have to complete a skills test.
- We’ll ask you to do an online interview with us so we can decide what facility(s) you should be placed at together.
- Get your shifts!
Basically, it’s as easy as sending us your documents and chatting with us. Ta-dah! You’re an agency travel nurse. And, we’ll stick with you every step of the way and have your back. We’re all in this together.
A day in the life of an agency travel nurse
Are you excited to be an agency travel nurse? Get in touch with us or complete our registration form today to start the adventure of a lifetime!