In a special message, Paul Gallagher, the President of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI), describes the Code as being “akin to a constitution” for the nursing and midwifery professions. Read more
Access the Code in new section of NMBI website
A new Code section has been added to the NMBI website with ten pages of content. It’s also possible to download a PDF of the Code from this new section.
Understanding professional responsibilities is central to the new Code
The Code aims to help nurses and midwives understand their professional responsibilities and guide them in their day-to-day practice. This will facilitate safe, ethical and effective care for patients. Learn more
A-Z of terms within the Code
To assist in understanding the Code, a full Glossary of words and phrases have been published in A-Z format. Access the Glossary
MOU between PSI and NMBI to support patient safety
The Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI) and NMBI have signed a memorandum of understanding to support patient safety through increased co-operation.