Army Nursing

 As a Registered Nurse, you'll command a team that provides the highest standard of care.

Our nurses work within the Army Medical Services (AMS) to maintain the health of soldiers and care for the sick and injured.

We understand that Army nursing can be a challenge, so we'll provide you the best possible military and professional training. You can develop your skills throughout your career with further study up to and beyond MSc level, funded by us.

Depending on your experience, you will also have the opportunity to commission as an Officer.

Nurses who have a qualification within Emergency, Intensive Care, Theatres or Burns & Plastics may be eligible for a £20,000 bonus after military training.

Reservists 

If you are looking for more flexibility with your civilian career and home life, become a reserve.

Reserve Nurses are paid a day rate between £46.42 - £65.24 and receive joining incentives and tax-free lump sums after training. 

Training

  • Join the army and pass a fitness assessment which will include strength and stamina tests
  • Military training -
  • Transition to Military Practice Course then assigned to a Defence Medical Group Hospital (DMG) to commence your preceptorship and rotation programme

After Training

Once you have completed your training you will begin your journey as an Army Nurse.

To determine your specialism, you will need to complete a Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP) qualification.

This will give you the opportunity to work in Primary Health Care, Emergency Nursing, Critical Care, Burns & Plastics, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Sexual Health, General Medicine or General Surgery.