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Explore Registered General Nurse jobs across the UK, with competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities in NHS and private settings. Find your next RGN role with Your World.
Registered General Nurse pay rates are primarily governed by the NHS Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales. The table below outlines the annual salary brackets for RGNs in England, effective from April 2026.
RGN pay typically ranges from £30,000 to £53,000+, depending on experience and banding. Locum roles can offer higher hourly rates and flexible working options.
| NHS Banding | Experience Level | 2026/27 Annual Salary (April 2026+) |
| Band 5 | Entry to Intermediate | £30,223 - £36,571 |
| Band 6 | Senior/Specialist RGN | £37,614 - £45,212 |
| Band 7 | Nurse Specialist/Team Leader | £46,512 - £53,124 |
For those seeking greater flexibility or enhanced earning potential, we offer a wide array of locum Registered General Nurse jobs across the UK. Our locum RGNs benefit from competitive hourly rates, weekly pay, and the ability to choose shifts that suit their personal schedules.
We offer Registered General Nurse jobs across the UK, with opportunities in major cities and regional healthcare settings. Whether you are looking for flexible locum work or a long-term role, you can find RGN jobs in locations that suit you.
We also offer RGN jobs across additional locations throughout the UK.
Registered General Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system, providing essential care across diverse clinical environments. We specialise in placing RGNs into the following settings:
Working within acute hospital environments, RGNs manage patient Admissions, recovery, and emergency interventions. Roles often span across medical and surgical wards, A&E, and Intensive Care Units (ICU).Explore available Hospital Nursing jobs.
Community-based RGNs provide vital care to patients in their own homes, GP surgeries, or residential clinics. This setting focuses on long-term condition management, wound care, and palliative support, requiring high levels of autonomy.Explore available Community Nursing jobs.
Partnering with Your World Nursing provides you with more than just an agency job; it grants you access to a dedicated support network designed to advance your nursing career.
Dedicated Recruitment Consultants: You will work with a specialist nursing agent who understands the nuances of the RGN job market.
Broad Access: We hold preferred supplier status with numerous NHS Trusts and private healthcare providers nationwide.
Your Loyalty Programme: Our unique rewards scheme allows you to earn points for every hour worked, which can be redeemed for professional development or personal rewards. Learn more about Your Loyalty.
Compliance Support: Our clinical governance team ensures your documentation and training remain up to date, making the transition between roles seamless.
Professional Standards and Requirements
To practice as a Registered General Nurse in the UK, you must maintain active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). This includes adherence to the Professional Code of Conduct and regular completion of Revalidation.
Education: A degree in Adult Nursing from an NMC-approved institution.
Registration: Valid NMC Pin.
Compliance: An enhanced DBS check and up-to-date mandatory training.
As part of the wider nursing community, RGNs are encouraged to stay informed via the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)and theRoyal College of Nursing (RCN).
Looking for your next RGN role? Browse current opportunities or speak to our nursing team to find shifts and placements that match your experience.
Whether you are looking for a permanent position to build your career or a locum Nursing role to increase your flexibility, Your World Nursing has the expertise to place you in the perfect environment.
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