NMBI monthly eZine, July/August 2026, Issue 106

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July/August 2026 I Issue 106

Professional Competence Scheme Pilot Findings Report Published

We have published the Pilot Professional Competence Scheme Findings Report, marking an important milestone in the development of Ireland's first Professional Competence Scheme for nurses and midwives.

Meet us at the 2026 Ploughing Championships! 

We are delighted to announce that will be at this year’s National Ploughing Championships to promote our role in public protection and supporting safe, high-quality healthcare.

NMBI and ONMSD Return to Irish Times Higher Options

We will be attending the Irish Times Higher Options careers fair, along with our colleagues from the Office of Nursing and Midwifery Service Director (ONMSD) and our Student Ambassadors.

Medical Independent Features Interview with NMBI CEO

Our CEO, Carolyn Donohoe, recently spoke to the Medical Independent about our work to support safe, high-quality care across Ireland's health services.

Webinar to Launch Standards for Radiological Referral

We held a webinar on 25 August to launch our Standards for Radiological Referral by Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (Third Edition).

Catch Up on the Latest Episodes of NMBI Voice

Have you listened to the latest episodes of NMBI Voice? The podcast series continues to explore the key issues affecting nursing, midwifery and professional regulation in Ireland, with new episodes released on the first Monday of each month.

First Committee Report Published Following Fitness to Practise Inquiry

NMBI has published a Fitness to Practise Committee report for the first time, providing greater insight into the regulatory process.

NMBI Publishes First Fitness to Practise Inquiry Transcript

NMBI has published a transcript of a Fitness to Practise Inquiry on its website for the first time, marking a significant step in its ongoing commitment to openness and transparency.

Site Inspection Report for DKIT Published

We have published the site inspection summary report for Dundalk Institute of Technology (DKIT).

Practice Standards Published for NMBI Registered Midwives

We have recently published the Practice Standards for NMBI Registered Midwives.

Our Director of FTP Shares Her Story of Recovery and Resilience

Our Director of Fitness to Practise, Orla Crowe, has shared her remarkable recovery journey following a serious road traffic collision that left her with serious injuries and months of rehabilitation.

Celebrating 80th Independence Day of India

Our CEO, Carolyn Donohoe was delighted to attend the 80th Independence Day of India celebrations on 15 August at the Embassy of India in Dublin.

Decisions Following Fitness to Practise Inquiry

The Board of NMBI has published the outcomes of three complaints following the fitness to practise process. The findings are published on NMBI's Findings and Decisions page.