Working a country different to that in which you are registered.

[oldbean]

Hi all.

Considering a move back home (back to NI) I would be back in my home city Derry however I have had a job offer in Donegal and I'm wondering about keeping keeping my registration with the NMC or if I should let it lapse once registered with An Bord Altranais. However it as NI is technically part of Britain I'm not sure if I would be better maintaining my UK registration. Anyone been through similar? Also how easy would it be to re-register with the NMC if I did let it lapse but continued to work as a nurse with my Irish registration in the republic?

Thanks a million

Oldbean

[K+MgSO4, BSN]

Hi oldbean

I am sure NMC has a similar thing that An Bord has. I am still registered with An Bord but registered as working overseas so I don't have to meet any requirements but they have my details so if a job pops up in LGH that I would like, it is easier for me to activate my registration. Hope you have a good Christmas, it is currently in the mid thirties here at might so melting in Melbourne!

Where did you get a job offer if I can be so nosey? I am not coming home any time soon, in the process of buying a house here but just curious to see the job situation in Donegal.

[oldbean]

Hi K+MgSO4,

Thanks for you reply, the job situation back home is still chronic, the job I've been offered is in a nursing home, its not my dream job and my background is all acute but I'm desperate to get back home. My partner is from Rathmines and the plan is to relocate there eventually! So excited though :-)

Oldbean

[K+MgSO4, BSN]

Thanks for that. I hope you enjoy your new job. If you ever get near Donegal town have a drink in the Abbey hotel for me? I worked there throughout my training and after helping out with big events that needed experienced bar staff. Happy Christmas.

[oldbean]

I will do! Have a lovely Christmas.

Oldbean