NMBI monthly eZine, February 2023, Issue 075

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February 2023 I Issue 075

Message from our President, Dr Louise Kavanagh McBride

Firstly, I would like to say that I am privileged and honoured to be elected as President of NMBI.

Having served on the Board since 2015, I am immensely proud of the positive changes we have made to ensure NMBI is a modern and progressive regulator. As President, I am dedicated to performing this important role to ensure that the Board operates in line with best practice in all areas of our work.

Your Feedback Needed on Digital Health Competencies for Undergraduate Nursing and Midwifery

Feedback

We are inviting members of the public to have their say in a consultation on the standards and requirements for digital health competencies within undergraduate education programmes.

New Education Standards to Support Nurses to Undertake DXA Scanning

Earlier this month, we published new educational standards and requirements to regulate the practice of DXA scanning.

Our CEO, Sheila McClelland, Appointed to Higher Education Authority Expert Advisory Panel

Our CEO is part of an Expert Advisory Panel to review opportunities for new nursing education programmes.

Thanks to Registrants for Engaging in 2023 Annual Renewal

The 2023 annual renewal window closed earlier this month and we would like to thank all our registrants who completed the process.

Supports for Ukrainian Nurses and Midwives Seeking to Practise in Ireland

We are aware of the challenges faced by Ukrainian nurses and midwives now living in Ireland.

Presentation at Migrant Nurses Ireland Conference

Last month, our Director of Registration, Dr Ray Healy, presented at the Migrant Nurses Ireland Conference in the Richmond Education and Event Centre.

Carolyn Donohoe and Dr Louise Kavanagh McBride

NMBI Presents at QQI Finding Common Ground Event

We presented at the QQI 'Finding Common Ground' event for professional statutory and regulatory bodies on Monday, 20 February.

Midwifery and Older Person Care Experience Needed to Join Expert Witness Panel

We are seeking registrants with experience in midwifery and/or care of the older person to join our Expert Witness Panel for fitness to practise inquiries.

Decisions Following Fitness to Practise Inquiries

The Board of NMBI has made decisions as to findings and sanctions arising from two complaints received.

The findings are published in full on NMBI's website.