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Nursing Overview – Making Friends UK

September 8, 2020/in Advice & Tips, Nursing /by CCM

Making friends

Moving anywhere new can be daunting, never mind the other side of the world! Luckily the UK hosts a large multinational culture so you can expect to make friends from all over the world. The healthcare system in the UK hires internationally so you can expect a welcoming attitude from your colleagues. However, anyone who has moved overseas, or even interstate, knows that even in the most-friendly environments, making friends can often be a challenge.

Here are our top tips for making friends in the UK:

  • Give yourself a good 3 – 6 months before you feel like you’ve settled in. During this time, you’ll discover how independent you can be; you’ll be able to find the people and socials scenes that suit you just right.
  • Ask if your ward does days/nights out. Many wards will organise social events outside of the annual staff Christmas Party to boast morale; encourage the team to bond and get to know each other.
  • Say yes to invitations. Whether it be a ‘team night out’, a chilled drink at the pub or just a walk in the park. You may not enjoy that particular activity but it will help you build a friendship and then you can choose the next activity!
  • Volunteer at your local community group, join a local sporting team, introduce yourself to someone in a class at the gym. Whatever your hobby is,find a group that does it, and do it with them.
  • Facebook has lots of groups for expats, its easy to search for one that you find interesting.
  • Check out Girlcrew.com,it’s an online platform that helps women find friends in their local area. It began in Dublin but now is used globally.
  • Bumble BFF.It’s not just a dating site! Lots of expats use this as a way to connect with people and build up friendships.
  • https://www.meetup.com/cities/gb/ is a site where you can select your local region and join a group for a local meetup. From hiking to book clubs, there is something for everyone. Can’t find your local region, you can start a new group and organise your own trips or gatherings for hobbies for yourself and locals.
  • For those who prefer more “me time”, the UK is ideal as the towns, attractions and shopping are easily accessed by foot or public transport and it’s safe. You will enjoy a balance of doing your own thing plus spending time with new found friends.
  • Like any relationship, you need to put in the effort to make friendships and it does take time – it’s almost like dating! You have to follow up with a phone call after the first coffee date. But if you put yourself out there, it’s worth it and you’ll soon have a friend for life!

 

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Nursing Overview – Accommodation In The UK

September 1, 2020/in Advice & Tips, Nursing /by CCM

Accommodation

Where will I live? How do I find accommodation? How much is the rent? What’s a good area? They’re all really important questions! So, we’ve given you a breakdown below.

Where will I live

Most of the hospitals we work with offer free accommodation for the first 2-6 weeks to allow you to settle in and find your feet. After that, you’ll need to find your own accommodation. Where that is depends on your own wants and needs. Ask yourself – Do you want to live closer to the city or in a smaller town? Do you want to live by yourself or with housemates? How many housemates? Travel links with buses and trains are good within the UK within towns and cities but some of the more rural areas will work on a reduced service. It is important to look at the local transport links and find out what bus/rail services you will need to take and if these times coincide with your shift patterns. Hospitals will also provide parking for a fee if you wish to drive, make sure you are checking out how busy the morning/evening commute will be first.

Types of Accommodation

The most common types of accommodation you will find will be flats, studio apartments, semi-detached and terraced houses. As you move out into the suburbs and into the rural areas and villages you will find more multi-bedroom houses but usually with a garden and a bit more space. Depending on what you choose, accommodation can range in price, as with all major cities the closer to the city central you are, the more expensive it will be.

How to find accommodation

Ask if there are longer term housing options with your hospital. Some hospitals have on site nursing accommodation which you can rent, these rental prices will usually include bills and you will have shared living spaces. There are also some more options such as:
• https://www.spareroom.co.uk/ – for rooms available in shared houses
• https://www.rightmove.co.uk/ – for properties to rent/buy
• https://www.zoopla.co.uk/to-rent/ – for property to rent
• Local estate agents will also advertise properties to rent on their websites
• Find out if your hospital has a staff notice board, sometimes people may advertise rooms/properties for rent.

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Throughout our site/blog you may find links to external websites. These links are being provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only and are not affiliated with CCM Recruitment International. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them. Please read the terms and conditions or terms of use policies of any other company/website you may visit from our website.

 

Nursing Overview – Living & Working in the UK

August 25, 2020/in Advice & Tips, Nursing /by CCM

The process of moving overseas to work can take a minimum of 6-12 months; so it is good to plan ahead. If nursing overseas is something you’ve always wanted to do, now might be a great time to consider where you see yourself in 2021 and how to get there.

Fun facts about UK

  • It has a population of approximately 66.65 million.
  • England is famous for its Fish and Chips.
  • Wales is surrounded by sea on three sides.
  • Scotland is home to the tallest waterfall in the UK.

The UK is a vibrant, bustling, multicultural nation. It is famous for its long history, easily seen in tours throughout the UK or in local museums, galleries and heritage sites. Historic landmarks, local music venues, historic theatres and stunning scenery attracts millions of tourists each year. There’s so much to explore in the UK.

Working in the UK requires you to have some post registration experience and you will need to register with the NMC. There are lots of benefits to living and working in the UK, from educational, to travel and making new friends; it really does offer a whole host of new opportunities.

With opportunities to work in the Public or Private sector, there are a range of benefits to working in either. The healthcare system in the UK has been highly ranked. For the next couple of weeks we will be posting a series of blog posts every TUESDAY which will talk about living and working in the UK.

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International Nursing Jobs Information Sessions – Dublin & London

August 15, 2018/in Events, Nursing /by CCM

Nursing, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals, CCM Recruitment are on the road again to spread the word about the latest employment opportunities from around the world.

We will be hosting open days in Dublin  and London this August and September.

Along the way we would love to meet registered nurses, midwives and allied health professionals for informal chats. Come and ask us about our experiences, current vacancies, relocating overseas and how to apply. If you are a nurse/midwife or allied health care professional and are ready for a change or a chance to see the world while enhancing and developing your career in some of the most prestigious hospitals around the globe, then this information evening is for YOU!

Bring a friend or meet new people with similar interests to you.

Explore your career options and see where CCM can take you.

Open Day Dates:

Dublin 28th August. Click here to register.

Dublin 11th September. Click here to register.

London 17th September. Click here to register.

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