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Hi Elle, So if you read through the previous posts on the thread, the procedure is pretty much the same. Look on the NMConline.com website for details regarding registering as an overseas nurse. Once you start the registration process it will gu...

Hello Jeunge, You've got some good time until 2024 to research and gain a great understanding before you go. Email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to share my recruiters with you. Good Luck.

THANK YOU so much Alyssa!! 🙂 I will email you - thank you so much x

Thank you so much Alyssa! 🙂 Really very helpful, thorough and transparent. I'm registered to take my OSCE in early December at Oxford Brookes so any advice will be appreciated - thank you. I'm planning to purchase the Marsden book once I'm in London ...

Hello Alyssa, Would you mind sharing your experience of working in the UK as a nurse so far? I'm set to relocate in early Nov. Would it be okay if I emailed you? Thank you, Sofin 🙂

Hello Jeunge, There is a lot of information via this site for relocating into the UK as a nurse, so try to filter to what applies to your situation. I'll tell you what I know, but unfortunately I don't know about UK visa/immigration as I am a ci...

Hello Madeline, Hope all is well with you. Would you mind providing an update please? How have things been moving along so far with the process, HCA, etc. Thank you! I will be taking my CBT this month and anticipate relocating within the next few mon...

Gosh 3 years is a lot! I'm currently pursuing with Continental, but will explore a bit more after the holidays. I think I'll be in a better position to search after I complete my CBT. I currently work for HCA and have considered applying with them.

This all sounds very straight forward and simple - that's awesome. I think that's the fastest turnaround I've read about! ? Thank you for suggesting to call the BON - I'll definitely do that. Yes, the private salaries are higher as I've compared...

Hello Ahmed, thanks again for that. How's it going so far? Can you please tell me more about the charting system and patient ratios. Has the role been more or less challenging that the U.S? Thank you ?

Hello Lauren. Fall 22 seems far away, but apparently the processing takes a while, esp due to Covid. Are you planning to do L&D in the U.K? Whereabouts?

Hello Madeline. That's brilliant! So will you start as a Band 4 initially before passing the OSCE? I can't imagine you'd need much time studying either, I'm sure it's more of a refresher really. Like Lauren said, please give us a timeline of your app...

Hello Madeline, I spoke to a recruiter and they advised buying The Royal Marsden Book to review. I believe the 10th e is the latest as I looked on their website. There are a lot of good Youtube videos that review for CBT and OSCE so I will also ...

Hello Ahmad, hope you've been well there. Have you already given the OSCE? If so, how was it? Any advice? Did you purchase the Royal Marsden book to prepare?I looked into the websites you provided - thank you. The length of time you mention (ap...

Hello, hope you're well. It seems maybe GrumpyRN and Ahmad may have answered your initial concerns. I haven't worked as a nurse in the UK, but have lived and worked there (London, Newcastle & Glasgow). Scotland is stunning and I absolutely love t...

Hello Lauren, hope you're well. Have you heard from the NMC yet? Probably too soon. I just applied and can update you when it progresses. I've lived and worked in London and Scotland, but not in a nurse capacity. So, happy to answer any general quest...

@EenoliaHello. Sorry for the delay in responding. Yes, I'll be happy to help, but as this page is only for UK discussions, please contact me through the BC email portal as I still have access. Look for Sofon K*** and we'll chat further. Take care ?

Hello Lauren, I haven't started yet, however am at the initial stages of exploring the NMC website in order to prepare myself to apply soon. I'll keep you posted with my progress. Thank you and good luck

Hello Ahmad, Hope you've been well. Can you please provide an update as to the process/NHS/your role thus far? Thank you.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I'll definitely use the website as my resource to prepare. Good luck with everything and thank you again for all your help. Enjoy London.

Thank you so much for this informed advice. I will certainly do my research before I make the decision. I love the NHS and do aim to work for them on a permanent basis. Can't beat the NHS benefits! Are you already set to take the OSCE yet or wi...

Thank you for this advice! Writing it off is a golden idea! I looked into Continental, but they never respond. It seems their rates are higher than direct NHS at times, hence I understand the negotiation tactics. Were you able to get the Trust you wa...

Okay thank you, that's great! I will begin my application process in the next couple of months. Will def look at both agencies and NHS. Best of luck and thank you.

Thank you so much for your reply Ahmad. Best of Luck to you! Sincerely appreciate your response and advice. Could you please let me know if the agencies offered any assistance with relocation? Thank you ?

Congratulations!! So pleased for you ? London is absolutely amazing! Have the NHS helped you with a relocation package of any sort? How long did the CBT, IELTS, etc process take? Thank you so much and best of luck