For many nurses, revalidation can feel like another thing to fit around an already busy workload. Between shifts, personal commitments and day-to-day responsibilities, knowing where to start, or finding time to stay organised, can sometimes feel overwhelming.
At Jane Lewis, we understand those pressures. That’s why supporting our nurses through revalidation is an important part of how we work. Whether you’re newly qualified, returning to nursing, or an experienced agency nurse working across different settings, we want revalidation to feel manageable, supported and stress-free!
What Is Revalidation?
NMC revalidation is the process nurses complete every three years to maintain their registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). It’s designed to encourage reflection, professional development and safe practice throughout your career.
While the process involves requirements such as practice hours, CPD and reflective accounts, it’s ultimately about recognising the skills, learning and experience nurses already build every day through their work.
Why Revalidation Can Feel More Difficult for Agency Nurses
For agency nurses, revalidation can sometimes feel more complicated than it does for permanent staff. Working across multiple services and locations can make it harder to:
- Keep track of practice hours
- Collect feedback
- Access training opportunities
- Find the right person for reflective discussions or confirmation
This is something we’re very aware of and exactly why we make supporting our nurses a priority!
How Jane Lewis Supports Nurses with Revalidation
Flexible Work That Helps Maintain Practice Hours
One of the key requirements for revalidation is completing enough nursing practice hours over a three-year period. By offering flexible shifts across a wide range of services, we help nurses continue building those hours in a way that works around their lifestyle.
Whether you’re looking for regular work or occasional shifts, agency nursing can still fully support your revalidation journey.
Access to Training and CPD Opportunities
Continuing professional development is a vital part of revalidation, and we know how important accessible learning opportunities are for nurses.
At Jane Lewis, we provide access to training and development opportunities that help nurses:
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge
- Build confidence in practice
- Work towards required CPD hours
- Continue growing professionally
For many nurses, having training support available through their agency can make a huge difference in feeling prepared and organised.
Ongoing Support from Our Team
Revalidation can sometimes feel confusing, especially if it’s your first time completing it or if circumstances have changed since your last renewal.
Our teams are here to help guide nurses through the process wherever possible – whether that’s answering questions, helping provide evidence of shifts worked, or simply offering reassurance and support along the way.
We know that sometimes just having someone to ask can make the process feel far less stressful.
Supporting Reflection and Professional Growth
One of the most positive aspects of revalidation is the opportunity to reflect on your achievements, experiences and development as a nurse.
As healthcare professionals, it can be easy to move from one shift to the next without recognising the impact you make every day. Revalidation encourages nurses to pause, reflect and acknowledge the difference they make to patients, families and services.
At Jane Lewis, we see that impact every day through the dedication, compassion and professionalism of our nurses.
A Guide for Staying on Top of Revalidation
- A few small habits throughout the three-year cycle can make revalidation much easier:
- Keep a folder for certificates and training records
- Save positive feedback and compliments
- Make short reflective notes after meaningful experiences
- Log practice hours regularly
- Check your renewal date early
Staying organised little and often can remove a huge amount of pressure later on!
You’re Not Alone in the Process
Revalidation doesn’t have to feel overwhelming – and you shouldn’t feel like you have to navigate it alone.
At Jane Lewis, we’re proud to support our nurses not only with flexible work opportunities, but with ongoing guidance, training and encouragement throughout their careers.
Because supporting nurses means supporting the future of healthcare too!
