Privacy Policy

LocumNurse.co.uk ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services. By using LocumNurse.co.uk, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide to us when registering, creating a profile, or using our services, including:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, address, email address, phone number, and professional registration details (e.g., NMC number).
• Employment Information: CVs, work history, references, and availability.
• Financial Information: Bank details for payment processing.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
• Communication Data: Emails, messages, and other communication records between you, us, and clients.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To match locum nurses with job vacancies and facilitate bookings.
• To communicate with you regarding job opportunities, updates, and relevant services.
• To process payments and manage financial transactions.
• To improve our services, website functionality, and user experience.
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

• Clients: To facilitate job placements, we share locum nurses' profiles, including relevant work history and qualifications.
• Service Providers: Third-party providers who assist us with IT support, payment processing, marketing, and other business operations.
• Legal Authorities: Where required by law, regulation, or court order, or to protect our rights and property.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
• Restriction: Request to restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information for specific purposes.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

LocumNurse.co.uk uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, improve site functionality, and provide a better user experience.

7.1 How do I disable/enable cookies?

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Below are instructions for the most common browsers:

Google Chrome

• Click the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner
• Select "Settings" → "Privacy and security" → "Cookies and other site data"
• To disable cookies: Select "Block all cookies" or "Block third-party cookies"
• To enable cookies: Select "Allow all cookies" or "Block third-party cookies in Incognito"
• You can also manage cookies for specific sites by clicking "See all cookies and site data"

Mozilla Firefox

• Click the three-line menu (☰) in the top-right corner
• Select "Settings" → "Privacy & Security"
• Under "Cookies and Site Data", choose your preferred option:
  • "Accept cookies and site data" (enable)
  • "Block cookies and site data" (disable)
  • "Block cookies and site data from unvisited websites" (partial)
• Click "Manage Data" to view and delete specific cookies

Microsoft Edge

• Click the three-dot menu (⋯) in the top-right corner
• Select "Settings" → "Cookies and site permissions" → "Cookies and site data"
• To disable cookies: Toggle "Block all cookies" to On
• To enable cookies: Toggle "Block all cookies" to Off and select "Allow all cookies"
• You can manage exceptions for specific sites under "Allow" or "Block"

Apple Safari

• Click "Safari" in the menu bar → "Settings" (or "Preferences")
• Go to the "Privacy" tab
• To disable cookies: Check "Block all cookies"
• To enable cookies: Uncheck "Block all cookies"
• You can also select "Prevent cross-site tracking" for additional privacy
• Click "Manage Website Data" to view and remove specific cookies

Opera

• Click the Opera menu icon → "Settings" → "Privacy & security"
• Under "Cookies", select your preferred option:
  • "Allow local data to be set" (enable)
  • "Keep local data only until you quit your browser"
  • "Block sites from setting any data" (disable)
• Click "All cookies and site data" to manage specific cookies

7.2 What happens to cookies that have been downloaded in the past?

When you change your cookie settings or disable cookies in your browser, the following applies to cookies that have already been downloaded:

• Existing cookies remain stored: Cookies that were already downloaded to your device will remain in your browser's storage until they expire or are manually deleted.
• No new cookies will be set: Once you disable cookies, websites will not be able to set new cookies on your device.
• Existing cookies may still function: Websites may still be able to read and use cookies that were previously stored, even after you disable new cookies.
• To remove existing cookies: You can manually delete all cookies through your browser settings:
  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Clear Data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data
  • Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove All
  • Opera: Settings → Privacy & security → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data
• Impact on website functionality: After clearing cookies, you may need to log in again to websites, and some preferences or settings may be reset.

Note: If you want to completely prevent websites from using any cookies (both existing and new), you should disable cookies in your browser settings and then clear all existing cookies and site data.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and, where appropriate, notified to you by email. Please check back regularly to stay informed of any updates.