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The Agency Nursing Report: Unveiling Motivations and Challenges
The National Health Service (NHS) faces unprecedented challenges, with rising patient wait times and immense pressure on Healthcare Professionals. In this environment, Agency Nurses play a vital role, offering much-needed flexibility to the healthcare system. But what are the experiences of these Agency Nurses? Find out in our 2024 Agency Nursing Report. A Diverse Voice: […]
The Importance of Insourcing for NHS Clinical Services
What is Insourcing in Healthcare? Insourcing in healthcare refers to the practice of contracting external healthcare providers to deliver services within NHS facilities. This approach differs from outsourcing, where services are provided off-site. Insourcing helps fill staffing gaps, manage peak periods, and ensure continuous patient care. NHS trusts use insourcing to maintain high standards of […]
Q&A: Stepping Up from SHO to Middle Grade & exploring life outside of Medicine
We spoke to Dr Blakey, an SpR Acute Medicine Doctor who stepped up as a Locum Doctor from an SHO role. Dr Blakey shares where his passion for medicine came from, his experience of progressing through grades as a locum Doctor, and his experience with ID Medical! Pursuing a career in Medicine What led you […]
A Complete guide to Clinical Services: Information & Resources
Contents: Introduction Clinical Services for helping NHS trusts reduce patient waiting times Clinical Services Insourcing – A seamless extension to your Trust’s existing service Clinical Services Outsourcing to extend patient capacity off-site Clinical Services mobile units to maximise patient capacity Virtual Services for Remote Triaging and Consultations ID Medical Clinical Service specialties Why choose ID […]
New £82m ARRS Funding: How to Secure a GP Practice Role
Navigating the job market as a newly qualified GP – or indeed, as any Healthcare Professional – can be daunting, especially in the ever-evolving landscape of primary care. Fortunately, the UK Government’s new £82 million Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) funding is designed to alleviate some of this pressure. This significant financial boost is aimed […]
A Guide to Understanding the NHS Nursing Banding System
NHS nurses are paid according to where they sit on the salary scale and how much experience they have, so we want to give you a complete insight into the NHS Nursing Banding System, job role responsibilities and of course, expected pay! What is the nurse banding system? The NHS nursing banding system was created […]
Essential Questions To Ask At The End Of An NHS Interview
Your ability to successfully secure an NHS job and pass your NHS interview is all down to your approach and preparation. When the time comes to ask your own questions in an interview, it gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your professionalism, thoughtfulness and commitment. However, for some they don’t ask any questions or worse, […]
The 3 Ways to Evidence Your English Language Skills to the NMC
To work as a nurse or midwife in the UK – you must successfully register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Nurses, midwives and nursing associates play a vital role in the provision of healthcare in the UK. To register, you must make it your responsibility to make the safety and wellbeing of those […]
Why the NHS Needs International Doctors Now More Than Ever
International Doctors have always been a vital part of providing outstanding patient care for the NHS. However, with Covid 19 abating and trusts looking to resume ‘normal operations’, they’re going to be needed more than ever… It is global knowledge that the NHS offers some of the highest-quality, most efficient and most accessible healthcare systems. […]
NHS Doctor Jobs: Essential Career Information
Are you interested in a career with the National Health Service and want to apply for NHS doctor jobs? The NHS is considered to be one of the best healthcare systems worldwide, helping more than 1 million patients every 36 hours. It’s also the largest employer in the UK (and the fifth largest in the […]