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The average salary for:

nurse
is £49,920

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The average annual salary for a nurse is £49,900. Salary estimates are based on jobs posted to Pertemps for nurse jobs.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job holders in this group perform a variety of roles not elsewhere classified in Unit group 2237: Other nursing professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualification as a nurse is via a diploma or degree course, both of which are provided by universities, or through an apprenticeship. Courses comprise both theoretical and practical work, including placements in hospital and community settings. Full time diploma courses last three years; degree courses last three or four years. Accelerated programmes are available to graduates with a health-related degree.

TASKS

  • Assists medical doctors and works with other healthcare professionals to deal with emergencies and pre-planned treatment of patients.
  • Cares for the physical and emotional wellbeing of patients in their care.
  • Informs and advises patients and their relatives on their health problems and how to care for themselves.
  • Manages own case load.
  • Monitors patient’s progress, administers drugs and medicines, applies surgical dressings and gives other forms of treatment.

Salaries from this search have been calculated using current and historical roles, which have been advertised with Pertemps in the last 2 years. Data is updated in real time as jobs are posted, and the search results calculate averages of all job posts that fit the role category.

Salary comparison results are intended as a rough guide only. Actual salaries may vary based on qualifications, experience, location and company type. Salary figures do not include bonuses or benefits.

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