Plan to boost jobs for newly-qualified nurses and midwives

New government measures aim to boost job opportunities for newly qualified nurses and midwives in England, addressing concerns of more graduates than vacancies in some health service areas. By simplifying regulations and allowing trusts to hire based on anticipated needs, the move seeks to facilitate easier recruitment. The Royal College of Nursing supports the initiative but emphasizes the importance of graduates securing actual jobs. With thousands of nursing and midwifery graduates exceeding available positions, the changes also include converting support worker roles to midwifery positions to create more job openings.