Sri Lanka to Grant Permanent Nursing Appointments by June 10

The Ministry of Health and Media has announced a significant step towards stabilizing the nursing workforce in Sri Lanka. Acting Minister Dr. Hansa Wijayamuni confirmed that 517 graduate nurses, who have successfully completed their six-month training, will receive their permanent appointments on or before June 10, 2026. This move addresses a long-standing need for permanent positions, offering job security to these vital healthcare professionals.

The government is prioritizing the strategic deployment of these nurses to government hospitals nationwide, ensuring that their skills are utilized where the demand is greatest. Discussions have been held at the Ministry of Health and Media to finalize the allocation process, including securing the necessary funds from the Treasury and marking the selection choices for each hospital by May 24.

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Permanent appointments will be given on or before June 10 to graduate nurses who have completed the six-month training course in nursing establishment and integration.

This initiative is crucial for the healthcare sector, as it not only provides a career path for qualified nurses but also strengthens the capacity of public hospitals to deliver essential services. The timely appointments are expected to boost morale among healthcare workers and improve patient care across the island.

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Attention is being paid to assigning the graduate nurses who receive appointments to central government hospitals across the island according to the need.