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The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) (Benefits to service users of…
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
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The regulatory body for nurses and midwives in England, Wales, Scotland and NI
The code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives
Reason to Exist
Set standards for the education, training, conduct and performance of all midwifery staff so that the high-quality healthcare can be delivered.
Have a role in ensuring that staff maintain their skills, knowledge and professional standards.
Responsible for investigating the conduct and behaviour of staff when issues arise.
They maintain a register of all nurses and midwives eligible for practise in the UK
Benefits to service users of Codes of Practice
Encourages individuals to take part in decisions about their care
Pays attention to individuals well-being
Preserves Safety
Open and honest about care
Respects dignity, privacy and confidentiality
Benefits to staff of Codes of Practice
Preserve Safety
Practise effectively
Keep colleagues informed when sharing care of others
Work with colleagues to monitor quality of care