Nursing as a profession
Start your nursing career in the United Kingdom with confidence. The UK offers one of the world’s most respected healthcare systems, excellent working conditions, and long-term settlement opportunities for international nurses and midwives. With structured guidance, competitive salaries, and clear career progression pathways, the UK is an ideal destination to build a secure and rewarding future in nursing.
Working as a Nurse or Midwife in the UK
All nurses and midwives seeking employment in the United Kingdom must register with the NMC. The NMC register is divided into three sections.
Nurses
The nurse part of the register is divided into four fields of practice
- Adult nursing
- Mental health nursing
- Children's nursing
- Learning disabilities nursing
Midwives
Register as a qualified midwife to practice in the UK
Midwives provide care and support to women and their families during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postnatal period.
SCPHN
Speciality Community Public Health Nurses
Specialist community public health nursing focuses on promoting health and preventing disease in communities.
Registration Requirements
You can apply to be on the nurses or midwives parts of the register, as long as you meet our standards. If you’ve trained as a general nurse, you should apply for registration with NMC as an adult nurse.
If you want to register on more than one part of the register or field of practice, you should apply for each part/field at the same time.
Once you’re registered, you can work in the National Health Service (NHS) or private health care.
Four Fields of Nursing Practice
Choose your specialization and build expertise in your field of interest
Adult Nursing
Care for adults across a wide range of health conditions, from acute illnesses to long-term care needs.
- Work in hospitals, clinics, and community settings
- Diverse patient population
- Multiple specialization opportunities
Mental Health Nursing
Support individuals experiencing mental health challenges, providing therapeutic care and emotional support.
- Psychiatric hospitals and community care
- Crisis intervention and prevention
- Holistic mental health approach
Children's Nursing
Specialize in the care of children and young people from birth to adolescence in various healthcare settings.
- Pediatric hospitals and clinics
- Family-centered care approach
- Growth and development focus
Learning Disabilities Nursing
Provide specialized care and support for people with learning disabilities to enhance their quality of life.
- Community-based care
- Advocacy and empowerment
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Why Choose the UK?
Discover the comprehensive benefits and opportunities that await you as a nurse in the United Kingdom. From competitive salaries to career advancement and family support.
Salary and Benefits at a High Level
The term ‘competitive pay’ refers to employers who pay salaries that are equal to or greater than the industry standard for equivalent jobs in the same geographical area.
- Competitive pay equal to or above industry standard
- Relocation package included
- Paid maternity leave
- Free travel tickets
- Free temporary housing
Possibilities for Professional Growth
Employee motivation and productivity are increased as a result of career development. NHS provides various career advancement opportunities.
- Free higher education opportunities
- Paid leave for training
- Continuous professional development
- Career progression pathways
- Skills development programs
Employers and Employment Opportunities
A pinned nurse can find work in a variety of settings in the United Kingdom. Nurses can choose to work for various Trusts and private care homes.
- Work with world-class premier institutions
- NHS Trusts for starting careers
- Private care homes for experienced nurses
- Unlimited opportunities yearly
- Permanent positions with job security
Respected and Valued for Your Abilities
To be valued means you are recognised and appreciated for your contribution to the NHS. Your skills and achievements are highly valued.
- Recognition for contributions
- Appreciation for hard work
- Valued expertise and experience
- Professional respect
- Meaningful impact on healthcare
Better Quality of Life for Your Family
When compared to the vast majority of other countries, the UK offers a significantly greater quality of life with excellent opportunities.
- Wide variety of employment for partners
- Excellent free educational opportunities for children
- International exposure and experience
- Financial independence opportunities
- Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
Immigration & Settlement
Build your future in the UK with clear pathways to settlement and citizenship
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
Settlement after 5 years
Having lived in the United Kingdom for five years without interruption, you will be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain, sometimes known as ‘Settlement’.
Once you have obtained ILR, you will no longer be required to be sponsored by your company.
- 5 years continuous residence required
- Freedom from employer sponsorship
- Path to British citizenship
Further Leave to Remain (FLR)
Visa extension after 3 years
You will be able to apply for FLR to extend your stay in the UK for an additional two years after completing three years of continuous residence in the UK.
Some employers have agreed to cover the cost of visa extension. Check with your employer before assuming anything.
- 5 years continuous residence required
- Freedom from employer sponsorship
- Path to British citizenship