Create a separate pay-scale for NHS nurses

Background

We believe Agenda for Change doesn't adequately recognise the complexity of nursing, the level of clinical decision-making or the significant responsibility nurses hold for patient safety & outcomes. A separate nursing pay scale would ensure nurses are fairly valued for the essential role they play

Additional details

We believe nurses should have a dedicated pay scale that recognises clinical expertise, experience, responsibility and specialist skills. Pay progression should reward years of service, additional qualifications and clinical responsibility, without requiring nurses to move into management. We feel this would better value nursing as a skilled profession, improve recruitment and retention, and recognise nurses’ vital contribution to patient safety and NHS care.

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