Compliance Support
for Agency Nurses

Before starting any agency assignment with us, you must provide valid proof of your right to work in the UK. This is a legal requirement under the Immigration Act and part of the framework compliance checks.

• Acceptable evidence includes a valid UK or Irish passport, a share code for online Home Office checks, or other approved documents listed in the NHS Employment Check Standards. These checks protect you and ensure we meet legal obligations, giving you peace of mind that everything is fully compliant.

To work as a nurse in the UK, you must hold a valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration. This ensures you meet professional standards and can practise safely.

At Medacs Healthcare, we support you every step of the way, from guidance on maintaining your registration to help with revalidation and compliance checks. Your NMC PIN is your professional identity, and we’ll never compromise it.

To work in any NHS setting, you’ll need a valid DBS Enhanced Certificate. This is a legal requirement under framework agreements and ensures patient safety and compliance.

Your DBS check must be current and include both the Adult and Child Workforce sections. If you’re registered for the DBS Update Service, we can verify your certificate online, making the process quicker and easier.

Before starting any NHS assignment, you’ll need occupational health clearance to confirm you’re fit to work and protect patient safety. This includes providing evidence of required immunisations, such as Hepatitis B, MMR, TB, and Varicella, in line with NHS and HTE framework standards.

Medacs Healthcare makes this process simple by guiding you through what’s needed and helping you gather the right documentation, so you can start your role with confidence and peace of mind.

To work safely and meet compliance standards, all agency nurses and midwives must complete mandatory training before starting an assignment. These modules ensure you’re up to date with best practice and patient safety requirements.

Core Modules Include:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Manual Handling
• Infection Prevention & Control
• Safeguarding Adults & Children
• Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
• Health & Safety
• Fire Safety
• Information Governance
• Conflict Resolution

Training must be completed through an approved provider and certificates should be valid and in date. If you need help accessing training, Medacs Healthcare can guide you to trusted providers and make the process simple, so you’re ready to start your role with confidence.

To keep patients safe and maintain your compliance, we need a minimum of two professional references covering the last three years of your employment history (or as much as possible if you’ve worked for less time). These references should come from managers or senior colleagues who can confirm your job title, dates of employment, and suitability for the role.

At Medacs Healthcare, we make this process simple. We’ll guide you through what’s needed and help you gather the right details, so your compliance checks are completed quickly and you can start your new role without delays.

To register with us you must provide an up-to-date CV and covering the last 10 years of employment (or since qualification).  Any gaps in employment must be explained and documented.

CV's must include:

• Full name and contact details
• Chronological employment history (with start and end dates)
• Explanation for any gaps
• Relevant qualifications and professional registration (e.g., NMC PIN)

To maintain your NMC registration, you must meet revalidation standards every three years. This includes:

• Practice Hours: At least 450 hours of practice (or 900 if dual-registered), with clear evidence of dates, locations, and roles.
• CPD: A minimum of 35 hours of continuing professional development, including 20 hours of participatory learning.
• Feedback & Reflection: Collect practice-related feedback and complete five reflective accounts linked to the NMC Code.
• Reflective Discussion: Have a documented discussion with an NMC-registered Nurse about your reflections.
• Health & Character Declaration: Confirm fitness to practise and disclose any cautions or convictions.
• Professional Indemnity: Provide proof of indemnity cover.
• Confirmation: A signed statement from a confirmer verifying all requirements.

Every nurse working through Medacs Healthcare must have appropriate professional indemnity insurance in place before starting any assignment. This is a requirement under the NMC Code and the HTE framework to ensure your protection and patient safety.

Indemnity cover can be provided through your agency, your own policy, or membership of a professional body such as the RCN. It safeguards you against claims of negligence or professional errors, giving you peace of mind while you focus on delivering excellent care.

To make sure you’re paid promptly for your shifts, we’ll need your correct payment details before you start your new role. This includes your bank account information, national insurance number, and any required tax details.

At Medacs Healthcare, we keep this process simple and secure. Once your details are verified, you can relax knowing your payments will be accurate and on time, so you can focus on doing the job you love.