But the club have also confirmed that centre Heath Stevens, who joined from London Welsh in December, and loose-head Marc Thomas have both left the Island.
Head coach Harvey Biljon said: ‘Nick’s a pedigree player with considerable experience in the Premiership, Championship and Pro 12; he hasn’t played much rugby so far this season – he’s really keen to get out on the pitch and get stuck in over the coming weeks.
‘Nick’s availability came at a good time for both the club and himself, with Heath Stevens leaving us. Heath had the offer of a really good opportunity to start preparing for life beyond rugby and I appreciate his reasons for wanting to make the move – we wish him all the best.
Thomas signed a contract with Cardiff Blues, and made his debut in last week’s Anglo-Welsh Cup tie against Sale Sharks.
‘We’re disappointed to lose Marc, but the Blues have had injuries in the front row this season and this was an opportunity for him to move back home and get established as a Pro 12 player,’ added Biljon.
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