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Adult nurses form the largest group within the profession. Healthcare in the community, health education and minor surgery in GP clinics means there are plenty of alternatives to working in hospitals.
The majority of adult nurses continue to work within NHS Authorities and Trusts , although, according to the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) around a quarter work outside the NHS.
Opportunities for experienced nurses can also be found in:
Others are employed by general practices (GPs), nursing agencies, community and school health education units, air ambulance services, the armed forces, holiday companies and emergency helplines.
There may be new opportunities for professional development as a result of changes in the boundary between medical and nursing staff. Nurses are increasingly taking on extra responsibilities such as drug prescribing and roles within surgery.
For nursing jobs in the armed forces, see:
There are many specialist nursing agencies that recruit for both permanent and temporary positions, in the UK and overseas. They include:
The Nursing Agencies List is an extensive directory of agencies of all sizes.
Get tips on job hunting, CVs and covering letters and interviews.
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